Wilson reverted to the Dolphins' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction report.
Wilson was elevated to the Dolphins' active roster for a second straight week but saw minimal work on special teams during Sunday's 33-27 loss to the Patriots. The veteran running back is eligible to be elevated from the practice squad one more time, at which point the Dolphins would have to sign Wilson to the active roster in order for him to be available for the rest of the season.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Joins active roster
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Wilson was elevated from the Dolphins' practice squad to the active roster Saturday.
The 29-year-old will now join the Dolphins' active roster for the second consecutive week, providing extra depth at running back due to Jaylen Wright (knee) likely being out again in the Week 2 matchup against the Patriots. Wilson played just one offensive snap in Miami's Week 1 loss, so he's likely to play a depth role in the team's backfield once again Sunday.
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Jeff Wilson: Returning to practice squad
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Wilson reverted to the Dolphins' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Wilson was elevated to the active roster to provide depth in the backfield for Week 1 against the Colts after Jaylen Wright (knee) was ruled out, but the former played just two snaps on offense without showing up on the box score otherwise. Wilson would be a top candidate to be elevated for Miami's Week 2 AFC East clash against New England if Wright remains sidelined.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Elevated for Week 1
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The Dolphins have elevated Wilson to the active roster from the practice squad Saturday in advance of Sunday's regular-season opener on the road at Indianapolis.
Wilson is primed for the No. 3 role in Miami's backfield Week 1 behind De'Von Achane and Ollie Gordon, a gig he could be asked to handle as long as Jaylen Wright (knee) remains sidelined. The 29-year-old Wilson suited up for 19 regular-season games with the Dolphins in 2023 and 2024.
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Jeff Wilson: Joining Dolphins' practice squad
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Wilson is signing with Miami's practice squad Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Wilson is familiar with coach Mike McDaniel's rushing scheme and gives the Dolphins some depth at running back, with De'Von Achane (calf) injured but expected to be ready for Week 1 but Jaylen Wright (leg) a candidate to miss a bit of time early in the year. If Miami's backfield health doesn't improve in time to face off against the Colts in Week 1, it's possible Wilson gets elevated from the practice squad, though if Achane is healthy Wilson would figure to work, at best, in a reserve No. 3 capacity behind Ollie Gordon.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Free agency looms
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Wilson rushed twice for minus-4 yards during Sunday's 32-20 loss to the Jets.
Wilson handled a depth role early in the year and down the stretch for Miami, though he was a healthy scratch for much of the middle of the season. Across nine regular-season appearances, the veteran running back tallied 16 carries for 57 yards and secured all three of his targets for 19 yards. The 29-year-old is slated to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Works as No. 3 back again
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Wilson rushed three times for five yards during Sunday's 20-3 win over the Browns.
Wilson again worked as the third backfield option for Miami behind De'Von Achane and Raheem Mostert, but none of the Dolphins' running backs were able to get much going on the ground versus Cleveland. The veteran is likely to continue working ahead of Jaylen Wright during Week 18's regular-season finale against the Jets, though his role isn't one that carries notable fantasy value.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Involved in win over former team
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Wilson rushed twice for 12 yards during Sunday's 29-17 win over San Francisco.
Wilson worked over Jaylen Wright as the No. 3 back behind starter De'Von Achane and backup Raheem Mostert during Sunday's win over the 49ers, after having been inactive for seven straight games from Week 5 to Week 12. It's unclear whether Wilson has officially surpassed Wright on the depth chart, or if the Dolphins simply opted to involve him more in the game plan due to the Week 16 matchup. Wilson's next chance to compete for depth snaps will come Week 17 versus Cleveland on the road.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Returns to inactive list
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Wilson (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Texans.
After he was inactive for a stretch of seven straight games from Weeks 5 through 12, Wilson had suited up for both of Miami's last two contests. He played just five snaps on offense between those two games, carrying one time for four yards and gaining seven yards on his lone reception. With Raheem Mostert (hip) back in action this Sunday after a one-game absence, Wilson will return to the inactive list while the Dolphins opt to have only three running backs dress for the Week 15 game.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Inactive for Week 8
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Wilson (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.
Wilson will be a healthy scratch for a third straight game as the Dolphins go with a three-man backfield comprising De'Von Achane, Raheem Mostert and Jaylen Wright. Wilson last appeared in Week 4 against the Titans, but he played just two offensive snaps in that game and didn't record a stat.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Sitting out in Week 5
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Wilson (coach's decision) is listed as inactive Sunday in New England.
With Raheem Mostert (chest) available for the first time since Week 1, Wilson will don street clothes while De'Von Achane, Mostert and rookie fourth-rounder Jaylen Wright man the Dolphins backfield Week 5. Miami has a Week 6 bye, so it remains to be seen if this will be Wilson's reality moving forward.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Limited in practice
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Wilson (knee) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Wilson took two snaps on offense and none on special teams after injuring his knee during pregame warmups prior to Monday's eventual loss to the Titans. His ability to play at all and then take part in a walk-through practice a few days later suggests his injury is a minor one, but his chances for Week 5 involvement at New England also depend on Raheem Mostert's recovery from a chest injury. Mostert missed the past three games and also was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's practice report.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Quiet in loss to Seattle
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Wilson rushed three times for 14 yards during Miami's 24-3 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.
Wilson handled a similar volume to Jaylen Wright (two carries for 17 yards) behind De'Von Achane with Raheem Mostert (chest) being sidelined again, but the game script didn't favor Miami's running game. The Dolphins' offense struggled mightily with Skylar Thompson (ribs) and Tim Boyle under center versus an aggressive Seattle defense. Wilson and the Dolphins' offense will look to improve in Week 4 against the Titans on Monday Night Football.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Logs full practice Thursday
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Wilson (oblique) practiced fully Thursday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Wilson was ruled out late in last Thursday's loss to the Bills with an oblique injury, but after a limited session to begin Week 3 prep Wednesday, he was able to handle every rep one day later. Fellow running back Raheem Mostert's (chest) reps again were capped Thursday, though, so there remains a question mark in the Dolphins backfield behind No. 1 option De'Von Achane. If Mostert is inhibited or even out Sunday at Seattle, Wilson would be the top candidate to fill in behind Achane.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Limited practice Wednesday
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Wilson (oblique) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.
Along with Wilson, fellow running back Raheem Mostert (chest) was also a limited participant after missing the Dolphins' Week 2 loss to the Bills. The status of both backs is thus worth tracking in advance of Sunday's game against the Seahawks, with Wilson's chances of making a mark this weekend largely tied to Mostert's availability.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Oblique injury not severe
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Wilson (oblique) has avoided a major injury after being forced off the field late in Thursday's 31-10 loss to the Bills, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Wilson avoiding a serious health concern is one bright spot for Miami's offense, which is treading uncertain waters following the placement of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa into the concussion protocol. The team could have to rely on Skylar Thompson under center Week 3 versus the Seahawks, by which time Raheem Mostert (chest) might be a candidate to retake the field. Wilson didn't log a carry before being ruled out Thursday versus Buffalo, though he did secure both of his targets for 12 yards.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Exits late in Thursday's loss
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Wilson exited Thursday's game with an oblique injury and was ruled out from returning, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
Wilson was expected to see an expanded role in the absence of Raheem Mostert (chest), though he ultimately managed only two catches for 12 yards with no rushing attempts. It's unclear if the injury caused his limited workload, though Wilson will now have 10 days to recover until Miami's Week 3 matchup against Seattle.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Could get expanded workload
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Wilson may be in line to handle increased backfield work Thursday against Buffalo with Raheem Mostert (chest) ruled out for the contest and De'Von Achane (ankle) considered a game-time decision, Chris Brown of the Bills Radio Network reports.
Wilson was already involved in Miami's running back rotation during the team's Week 1 win over Jacksonville, as his five carries for 26 yards ranked a close third on the team behind Achane and Mostert. For Week 2, Wilson should at the very least handle expanded reps with Mostert out, but if Achane also ends up unable to play or is limited, the bulk of the Dolphins' backfield reps may fall on the veteran's shoulders. Rookie fourth-round pick Jaylen Wright is also likely to have a role after having been a healthy inactive Week 1, but this early in the season, Miami may want to lean on more experienced options.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Back from broken nose
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Wilson rushed four times for minus-1 yard and caught two of three targets for 21 yards in Friday's 24-14 preseason loss to the Buccaneers.
It was revealed during the game that Wilson broke his nose earlier in August, per Alain Poupart of Sports Illustrated, which explains his absence from Miami's second preseason game. Wilson didn't do much in this preseason finale, but he scored a touchdown in the preseason opener against the Falcons. Miami will definitely keep Raheem Mostert, De'Von Achane and rookie fourth-round pick Jaylen Wright on the roster at running back, so Wilson's at risk of being a surprise cut prior to the Sept. 8 regular-season opener against the Jaguars.
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Dolphins' Jeff Wilson: Not in uniform Saturday
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Wilson, Ahmed and Jaylen Wright aren't in uniform for Saturday's preseason game against Washington, Hal Habib of The Palm Beach Post reports.
The Dolphins are expected to play a lot of their key players, possibly including RBs Raheem Mostert and De'Von Achane. However, it'll be surprising if either of those guys plays beyond the first few drives, which means Chris Brooks should get a ton of playing time if Wilson, Ahmed and Wright are all held out.
