Dolphins Face Multiple Injuries, Questionable Starters vs Colts Week 1

The Miami Dolphins face several injury concerns ahead of their Week 1 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, with starting right guard James Daniels questionable after leaving the game with a pectoral injury, compounding a prior ankle issue. Tight end Darren Waller, running back Jaylen Wright, and cornerback Ethan Bonner are officially ruled out, while wide receiver Dee Eskridge is questionable but practiced fully on Friday. Despite offseason tensions, wide receiver Tyreek Hill has reportedly resolved his issues with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and is expected to have a strong start, continuing his history of scoring in season openers. The Colts are relatively healthy, with running back Tyler Goodson listed as questionable due to an elbow injury sustained in preseason, and defensive tackle DeForest Buckner resting but likely to play. The Dolphins will rely on reserve offensive lineman Kion Smith to fill in at right guard if Daniels cannot play, despite Smith's limited experience at that position in regular-season games. Both teams are managing their rosters carefully as they prepare for the season opener.