The Miami Dolphins did a conversion on cornerback Jalen Ramsey's contract on Monday to clear $19.912 million in salary cap space. In addition to Ramsey, the Dolphins also restructured the contracts of tight end Durham Smythe, fullback Alec Ingold and defensive tackle Zach Sieler on Monday to get themselves under the 2024 salary cap. The move to convert the 29-year-old Ramsey's contract means that he'll be staying in Miami this year. The seven-time Pro Bowler only played in 10 games due to injury in his first year with the Dolphins in 2023, recording 22 tackles (18 solo), three interceptions and five passes defensed. Miami is going to need Ramsey to stay healthy in 2024 as their top cover corner in the secondary.
Jalen Ramsey Will Play Sunday, Xavien Howard Inactive
Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey (knee) is active for Week 8 against the New England Patriots. He had been listed as questionable after practicing in a limited capacity this past week, but the fact that Miami activated him from injured reserve on Saturday was a clear sign that he'd be able to suit up. All eyes will be on Ramsey as he makes his Dolphins debut at home against a divisional foe. Although Miami's shiny offseason addition is back, the bad news for the Dolphins is that fellow cornerback Xavien Howard (groin) won't be able to suit up on Sunday. Safety Jevon Holland (concussion) is also unavailable this week. Ramsey will have his work cut out for him versus a Mac Jones-led squad fresh off an upset win over Buffalo.
Miami Dolphins defensive back Jalen Ramsey (knee) has been officially activated off the injured reserve on Saturday. The six-time All-Pro is expected to make his team debut versus the New England Patriots in Week 8. The 29-year-old is a difference maker when healthy, so his presence should be a significant boost for this Dolphins defense. The Miami secondary is banged up with Xavien Howard (groin), and safety Jevon Holland (concussion) both questionable for this contest. It appears Ramsey came back at the right time with the Dolphins possibly shorthanded this weekend.
Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey (knee) returned to practice last week for the first time since suffering a torn MCL during training camp. The six-time Pro Bowler did not suit up against the Philadelphia Eagles last week, but he could make his 2023 debut in a matchup with the New England Patriots in Week 8. However, defensive coordinator Vic Fangio it's "yet to be determined" if Ramsey will play. He was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. The 29-year-old would provide a huge boost for the Miami secondary, especially since defensive backs Xavien Howard (groin), Kader Kohou (neck), Nik Needham (Achilles), and Cam Smith (foot) are all dealing with bumps and bruises.
Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey (knee) has been ruled out for Week 7 versus the Philadelphia Eagles. Ramsey was limited in practice all week long but will not be activated from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's contest. It's tough news for the Dolphins as they face a strong Eagles offense, though it's hardly a surprise. Miami was expected to slowly phase Ramsey back into its plans, making sure he's 100 percent before taking the field for the back half of the season.
Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey (knee) has been designated to return from Injured Reserve and will practice on Wednesday for the first time since undergoing meniscus surgery. The six-time Pro Bowler suffered a torn meniscus during training camp but is reportedly ahead of schedule in his recovery. It could still be a longshot for him to play in Week 7 against the talented Philadelphia Eagles' wide receivers, but his return to the field signals he could suit up very soon. Assuming he's healthy when he returns, Ramsey will provide a boost to the Dolphins' secondary.
Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey (knee) is "far ahead of schedule in his recovery" and could return to practice as early as next week, per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. The Pro Bowler will gradually be ramped up to game speed, so he might not play in Week 7. Nevertheless, his return will come earlier than anticipated, giving Miami much-needed reinforcements on the defensive side of the ball.
The Miami Dolphins placed cornerback Jalen Ramsey (knee) on Injured Reserve on Thursday, meaning he'll have to sit out the first four games of the 2023 regular season. Unlike running back Jeff Wilson Jr.'s (undisclosed) placement on IR on Thursday, the move for Ramsey isn't a surprise after he had surgery in late July to fix a torn meniscus in his left knee. The 28-year-old All-Pro defensive back will be out well beyond four games, and the Dolphins are hoping he can return at some point in December. Along with Ramsey, Nik Needham (Achilles) is also beginning the year on IR. Second-round rookie Cam Smith is going to be thrown into the fire right away across from Xavien Howard in Miami's secondary.
Miami Dolphins defensive back Jalen Ramsey (knee) was carted off the practice field on Thursday due to injury. The organization has announced that the superstar defensive back is going to be sidelined for quite some time. Ramsey underwent a full meniscus repair surgery and will be out until December. It's a tough blow to the Dolphins defense, but at least they will get Ramsey back for a playoff push. The expectation is that second-round pick Cam Smith will get more playing time in the absence of Ramsey.
No firm determination will be made until Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey (knee) has surgery, but the likely outcome is a full meniscus repair, according to sources. If all goes well with Ramsey's rehab, it means he could be back by December. NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported earlier that the 28-year-old All-Pro is expected to miss six to eight weeks after injuring his left knee at training camp while colliding with receiver Tyreek Hill on Thursday. It's a big blow for the Dolphins after they acquired Ramsey in an offseason trade with the Los Angeles Rams, and his absence will make Miami's still-strong secondary a bit more vulnerable for the majority of the 2023 season.
