Dolphins not ruling out surgery for Malik Willis amid injury concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 6:17 PM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026
Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis, dealing with a core muscle injury, may require season-ending surgery, according to coach Jeff Hafley. Despite some optimism for a four-week recovery, Willis will continue to seek medical opinions. In his absence, Kyle McCord is set to start against the Indianapolis Colts, with Brady Cook elevated from the practice squad as backup. Hafley emphasized the need for Willis to rest and recover fully before returning to the field.
- •Malik Willis has a core muscle injury and could face surgery.
- •Kyle McCord will start for the Dolphins against the Colts.
- •Brady Cook is elevated to backup quarterback.
- •Willis needs rest to avoid further injury risk.
- •Josh Uche promoted to team captain.
- 6:17 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins not ruling out season-ending surgery for Malik Willis
"Jeff Hafley says Malik Willis still will be the Dolphins' quarterback when he returns but there is doubt that he will be back and may need season-ending surgery.
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