Dolphins Promote Quinn Ewers to Backup QB for Browns Game

The Miami Dolphins have promoted rookie quarterback Quinn Ewers to serve as the backup to starter Tua Tagovailoa for their Week 7 game against the Cleveland Browns, marking Ewers' first activation for an NFL game. Ewers, a 2025 seventh-round pick, has impressed during training camp and preseason, leading the Dolphins to elevate him above Zach Wilson on the depth chart. Wilson, who was signed as Tagovailoa's backup with hopes of capitalizing on his prior high draft status and potential, has been relegated to the emergency third quarterback role and will not dress for the game. It remains unclear whether this change signifies a permanent shift or a temporary move to evaluate Ewers' potential in live game action. The Dolphins' decision reflects their interest in developing their rookie talent while monitoring Wilson's performance. This adjustment comes as the team also deals with several injuries, including the absence of key defensive players, heading into the matchup against the Browns.