The Miami Dolphins dominated the New York Jets 34-13 on Black Friday, but the win was marred by a devastating injury. Star pass rusher Jaelan Phillips went down with a non-contact injury to his right calf early in the fourth quarter, later confirmed as an Achilles injury. Phillips was seen visibly upset as he was carted off the field, and Dolphins head coach, Mike McDaniel, expressed concern about the extent of the injury.
Despite the setback, Phillips expressed optimism in a social media post, vowing to come back stronger. However, the MetLife Stadium turf came under heavy criticism following the injury. Players from both the Dolphins and opposing teams have called out the turf for its history of causing injuries, with some labeling it as “trash.”
The game also saw Dolphins safety Jevon Holland sustain an injury in the fourth quarter, adding to the controversy surrounding the turf. Both Holland and other players emphasized the urgent need to address the safety concerns posed by the playing surface.
As the Dolphins await confirmation on Phillips’ injury, the team is hopeful that he has not suffered a season-ending setback. If his season is indeed over, Phillips will finish the year with impressive statistics, underscoring his importance to the team’s defense.
