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Dolphins LB Johnson Lands on IR
13 Dec
Summary
- Linebacker Johnson placed on injured reserve due to shoulder injury.
- Injury sustained in Week 14 game against the Jets.
- Johnson will miss the remainder of the regular season.
The Miami Dolphins have officially placed linebacker Johnson on injured reserve, sidelining him for the remainder of the regular season. The critical defensive player suffered a shoulder injury during the team's Week 14 matchup against the New York Jets.
Johnson's injury was deemed severe enough to warrant his placement on injured reserve, ending his season prematurely. The 27-year-old linebacker will now focus on recovery, with his only hope of returning to the field this season hinging on a potential Dolphins wild-card push.
With Johnson out, the Dolphins' defensive unit will look to K.J. Britt and Willie Gay to step up. Both players are expected to receive increased playing time at the strongside linebacker position as the team navigates Johnson's absence.
