Overview
- Coach Jeff Hafley confirmed Friday that edge rusher Chop Robinson sustained a concussion during Wednesday practice and will not play in Week 2 at the San Francisco 49ers.
- Robinson was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday, did not practice Thursday, and entered the NFL concussion protocol which requires a symptom-free progression and a full-contact practice before game clearance.
- Miami plans to use Josh Uche, Robert Beal Jr., Malik Herring and Zeek Biggers as primary depth and may elevate veterans from the practice squad such as Clelin Ferrell or rookie Max Llewelyn if needed.
- The loss of Robinson exacerbates a pass-rush problem exposed in Week 1 when the Dolphins produced little pressure and no sacks, creating scheme and personnel challenges against a strong 49ers offense.
- Robinson’s recent concussion history, the team’s limited practice-squad elevation slots, and separate injuries to Ronnie Harrison Jr. and long snapper Tucker Addington raise short-term roster risks and shape how Miami manages player health and workloads going forward.