Dolphins enter Week 8 with two starters in concussion protocol
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 4:40 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
The Miami Dolphins are beginning preparations for their AFC East game against the New England Patriots without two key players in concussion protocol. Left guard Kadyn Proctor and cornerback JuJu Brents will miss practice on Wednesday after showing symptoms earlier this week. Proctor has been a consistent starter, and his absence could see Jarrett Kingston step up. Brents, who has played a significant role on defense, may lead to more playing time for Jaylin Simpson. Both players have time to clear protocol before Sunday’s game.
- •Kadyn Proctor and JuJu Brents are in concussion protocol.
- •Dolphins practice begins ahead of the Patriots matchup.
- •Jarrett Kingston may fill in for Proctor if he cannot play.
- •Jaylin Simpson might see increased playing time in Brents' absence.
- •Both players have until Sunday to clear concussion protocol.
- 4:40 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins starting Week 8 with two starters in concussion protocol
"The Dolphins have been fairly lucky when it comes to the health of their players, but they have two players in concussion protocol to start Week 8
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