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Alexander Mattison to Miss Season After Preseason Neck Surgery

Miami plans to host veteran Jamaal Williams for a workout to shore up short-yardage depth behind starter De’Von Achane.

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Overview

  • Alexander Mattison underwent season-ending neck surgery after his injury in Sunday’s preseason opener against the Chicago Bears.
  • He was transported by ambulance to a Chicago hospital before undergoing the procedure, according to ESPN and Sun Sentinel reports.
  • The Dolphins have invited 30-year-old free agent Jamaal Williams for a workout today to provide the power back role that Mattison was signed to fill.
  • De’Von Achane remains the undisputed starting running back despite limited snaps in the opener, recording 22 yards on three carries.
  • Second-year back Jaylen Wright and rookie Ollie Gordon II showed flashes in training camp and the opener but have yet to prove themselves in critical short-yardage situations.