The Splash Zone 10/7/22: Skylar Thompson Ready When Needed

Skylar Thompson is one play away from being under center for the Miami Dolphins. With Tua Tagovailoa ruled out for the New York Jets game on Sunday, Teddy Bridgewater will be starting in his place while Thompson serves as the QB2. Thompson has been a feel good story since joining the Dolphins as a seventh round pick this year. The rookie had a great training camp, followed by an amazing preseason that showcased that he could play in the NFL. The Dolphins didn’t want to risk losing him by trying to place him on the practice squad, so Thompson made the teams final 53 man roster and has been learning behind Tua and Bridgewater.

You can check out that story here, and the rest of the day’s round-up below.

New Dolphins backup QB Skylar Thompson says he's ready: 'I feel very prepared' | Habib
Miami Dolphins' Skylar Thompson, elevated to backup to Teddy Bridgewater while Tua Tagovailoa it out, says he always prepares as if he's the starter.

Mike McDaniel

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There are 10 new NFL head coaches in 2022. How have they fared through a month of action, and what challenges are on their radar?

Dolphins Wide Receivers

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Wide receiver Tyreek Hill was added to the Week 5 Miami Dolphins injury report following their Thursday practice

Dolphins Tight Ends

Miami Dolphins TE Mike Gesicki Continues to Have Diminishing Role - Sports Illustrated Miami Dolphins News, Analysis and More
Despite having the second-highest 2022 cap number on the Miami Dolphins, tight end Mike Gesicki has become almost an afterthought on offense

Dolphins Defense

After four games, the Dolphins defense doesn’t look like 2021. What to make of the unit
There is a bit of cognitive dissonance when examining the Dolphins’ defense in the first month of the NFL season.

Phinsider News You May Have Missed

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Welcome to the Splash Zone, the quickest way to get your day started off right. We bring you a rundown of Miami Dolphins news from the last 24 hours.

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The Dolphins rank 29th in rushing yards per attempt.

Will I see the Dolphins vs. Jets game? 2022 Week 5 television coverage map - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins face AFC East rivals the New York Jets on Sunday. But the game is barely getting regional coverage.

Pro Football Focus grades Miami Dolphins rookie CB Kader Kohou as a top-10 cornerback, highest-graded rookie defender in NFL after four games - The Phinsider
The FORCE is strong with this one

The latest on Tua Tagovailoa’s injury, Teddy Bridgewater’s readiness, and what the Miami Dolphins must do to beat the New York Jets - The Phinsider
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