The Miami Dolphins are in a precarious situation at the moment. Their season has been full of highs and lows, and it doesn’t stop anytime soon. Even their top performers, like Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill, have been riddled with injuries and niggles, reducing any possibility of a continued winning streak.
However, players like Jaylen Waddle have held their own even in dire straits, producing performances every week that instill confidence in the rest of the team members. But now, even his availability hangs in the balance.
Ravens vs Dolphins Injury report
The Baltimore Ravens have pretty much been the team to beat in the last few weeks. With the likes of Lamar Jackson on their side, the team looks to be peaking at the right time, securing a playoff spot in the process. However, they can still prove to be an obstacle too big for the Miami Dolphins on their road to playoff contention, with many players still unavailable.
The #Dolphins ruled out WR Jaylen Waddle (ankle) for Sunday's pivotal matchup vs. the Baltimore Ravens. pic.twitter.com/HXdowMQT5W
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) December 29, 2023
One of the biggest no-shows in the game against the Ravens would be franchise QB Tua Tagovailoa and star WR Jaylen Waddle. The absence of Waddle would create an imbalance on the offensive end of the spectrum, creating more pressure on the defensive unit to limit the high-flying Ravens. Owing to an ankle injury, Waddle has been ruled out for the game against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.
Dolphins playoff picture going into Ravens game
The Dolphins are in a straightforward position – they need to win their remaining two games to secure the AFC’s No. 1 seed. For that to happen, they will have to go through the mighty Ravens. It’s no easy task, though, especially with the 49ers dominating on the road and the Ravens on top.
Adding to the challenge, the Bills are on a three-game winning streak heading into Week 17. However, if the Dolphins can beat Baltimore in the final week, they will edge the Ravens out despite both of them ending up with a 12-4 record to their name. However, their quest for a top seed could be in vain if Baltimore beats Pittsburgh on week 18.
Thus, the equation is pretty simple: win the next two games, and your fate will remain in your hands. Lose either, and the situation becomes much more precarious than ever before.
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