Dolphins' cornerback Darrell Baker Jr. remains out for Week 9
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 5:46 PM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
The Miami Dolphins will not see the return of cornerback Darrell Baker Jr. from the PUP list in Week 9, according to head coach Jeff Hafley. Baker, who has been sidelined due to a lower-body injury, has missed half of the 2026 season. The Dolphins have relied on a young secondary during his absence, featuring players like Dante Trader Jr. and Jason Marshall Jr. Baker, 28, joined Miami this offseason after stints with several teams and has recorded 130 tackles in his career. With the November 5 matchup against the New England Patriots approaching, Miami continues to seek depth in their defensive backfield.
- •Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley confirms Baker won't return in Week 9.
- •Baker has been out since the start of the season due to injury.
- •Miami has a young secondary with newcomers like Chris Johnson and Michael Taaffe.
- •Baker has played in 51 NFL games and recorded 130 tackles overall.
- 5:46 PMYahoo Sports — Injured Dolphins CB isn't ready to return from PUP in Week 9
"The Miami Dolphins have a veteran cornerback who is eligible to return from the PUP list, but Jeff Hafley says it won't happen this week.
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