Jaylen Waddle injury update: Will Dolphins WR play vs Buffalo Bills today? Final verdict out

The Miami Dolphins received some good news ahead of their Week 3 matchup against the Buffalo Bills on Thursday.

Published on: Sep 19, 2025, 04:49:17 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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The Miami Dolphins received some good news ahead of their Week 3 matchup against the Buffalo Bills on Thursday. Searching for their first win of the season, Mike McDaniel and co posted their latest injury list, and Jaylen Waddle might be suiting up. The wide receiver (shoulder), defensive tackle Benito Jones (oblique) and edge rusher Chop Robinson (knee) were all listed as questionable.

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) celebrates with wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) (IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)

However, NFL Network’s Cameron Wolfe reported that Waddle will not only suit up but is also projected to play a significant role in Miami’s offense. “They need him,” Wolfe posted on X, platform formerly known as Twitter, further noting there was “not much doubt” about his availability.

The update comes as a relief for Miami fans. Waddle had been limited in practice all week after sustaining the shoulder issue, leading to uncertainty around his status.

Still, he has shown flashes of being a key contributor despite coming off a down year in 2024, when he recorded career lows in catches, yards and touchdowns.

Just last week against the New England Patriots, the 25-year-old receiver delivered one of Miami’s few highlights, catching five of six targets for 68 yards and a touchdown. His ability to stretch the field and complement Tyreek Hill remains vital for an offense under pressure to find rhythm.

That urgency is heightened by the opponent. Buffalo leads the league in total yards per game through two weeks, putting Miami’s defense in a difficult position. To keep pace, the Dolphins will almost certainly need a strong showing from their passing attack — a task made more feasible with Waddle back in uniform.

At 0-2, the Dolphins are already in an early hole in the AFC East. Thursday’s matchup carries added weight not only because of the opponent’s fast start, but also because divisional games are often pivotal in playoff races.

For Miami, the return of Waddle could mark a turning point. A healthy contribution from the former first-round pick might provide the spark needed to avoid a deeper slide and keep the team within striking distance of the Bills in the standings

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Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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