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Dolphins cornerback JuJu Brents in concussion protocol
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MIAMI GARDENS ― Miami Dolphins left guard Kadyn Proctor and cornerback JuJu Brents are in concussion protocol ahead of the New England Patriots game.
Coach Jeff Hafley said that Jarrett Kingston would take Proctor's practice reps on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Proctor, a first-round rookie, has not allowed a sack in six games this season.
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The strength of the Dolphins at the moment is their massive and aggressive offensive line, which has helped the team top 100 rushing yards in five consecutive games.
Kingston performed admirably in relief of right guard Jonah Savaiinaea when he was injured in a game earlier this season.
Proctor was not seen working during Wednesday's practice.
Brents has not allowed a touchdown in 13 games as a Dolphin and has proven to be an excellent waiver claim from the Indianapolis Colts.
Oct 11, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins cornerback JuJu Brents (8) and Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) battle for the ball during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
If Brents were unable to join Chris Johnson and Jason Marshall in the starting lineup, Jaylin Simpson would be an option to see more playing time.
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Brent was seen working outside with a trainer on Wednesday.
Aug 8, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor (74) speaks to reporters after practice at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Will the Dolphins be active at the NFL Trade Deadline?
Asked if the Dolphins are planning to stand pat or listen to trade offers, coach Jeff Hafley said: "So, you know, we'll have those conversations as we go. But there is no A or B. We talk about everything, so it's a little of all of the above."
Miami could listen if anyone were to call on players such as: Zach Sieler, Austin Jackson, Josh Uche, Jaylen Wright or JuJu Brents. The rebuilding Dolphins probably have no choice but to listen.
Chris Bell working to gain confidence
Chris Bell, who is coming back from a torn ACL, has said he's not fully confident yet.
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"Chris, he should be confident right now, and I've had that conversation with him," Hafley said. "I mean, the way he's playing, his effort, his physicality, the way he's catching the ball and running and making plays. He should be a confident player right now. I do think sometimes that's hard for a rookie. You kind of ride this wave of every game, how you did affects my confidence. And I think that's our job to help him so it doesn't, he should be confident."
Dolphins solid on special teams
"I thought they did a nice job," Hafley said of special teams play in the win against the Jets. "I thought it was improved. You know, we had the one penalty on the one hold, but besides that, we were penalty free. We had some good returns. We set up good field position. I felt like the field position, for the most part, was pretty good. I know we kicked a bunch of touchbacks in the game, but when we had to cover, we did cover, which I think is very important."
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