The Miami Dolphins appear to be in line for some reinforcements this week after their first loss in nearly two months at the hands of the Denver Broncos. The Dolphins had their fair share of trouble tracking down the Denver rushing attack in Week 11 and as a result the Dolphins weren’t able to make the plays necessary to secure their 6th-straight win of the season. With the Dolphins now looking to start a new winning streak, the team does appear to be in position to get some reinforcements back this week ahead of their clash with the New York Jets — most notably former 1st-round pick Christian Wilkins along the defensive line.
Wilkins, who has been on the Dolphins’ reserve/COVID-19 list since ahead of Week 10 against the Los Angeles Chargers, was spotted on Wednesday afternoon with the rest of his teammates practicing for the first time in two weeks.
Christian Wilkins is back at practice after missing the past two games due to COVID-19. Myles Gaskin (IR) is back too. Lawson, Kindley missing.
— Adam Beasley (@AdamHBeasley) November 25, 2020
Wilkins, who is a talented spark plug for the Dolphins’ defensive front seven, will undoubtedly be raring to go this weekend provided he continues to clear the COVID-19 testing protocols and is confirmed back to 100% health. With Miami looking to continue their push to a winning season; a healthy, rested Wilkins may be the spark the Dolphins need to get back to their dominant defensive ways and put the clamps on the New York Jets in Week 12.
The Dolphins have yet to make an official announcement regarding Wilkins’ status, but we should expect one this afternoon given his presence with the team at practice this morning.