Dolphins tackle Austin Jackson ejected from joint practice with Giants
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:52 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Miami Dolphins right tackle Austin Jackson was ejected from a joint practice with the New York Giants on August 20, 2026. Jackson received the penalty after throwing a punch at a Giants player, leading to his immediate removal from practice. The situation escalated amid frustrations common in joint sessions, although other incidents did not involve punches. Jackson's ejection means he will miss valuable repetitions as the Dolphins prepare for the regular season. The Dolphins and Giants are set to face each other in a preseason game on August 22, 2026.
- •Austin Jackson was ejected for throwing a punch during practice.
- •The incident occurred during a joint practice on August 20, 2026.
- •Frustrations led to multiple incidents, though few escalated severely.
- •Jackson's absence impacts the offensive line ahead of the season.
- •Dolphins play the Giants in a preseason game on August 22, 2026.
- 3:52 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins tackle Austin Jackson ejected from Giants joint practice
"Miami Dolphins right tackle Austin Jackson was removed from the team’s joint practice with the New York Giants on Thursday.
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