The Miami Dolphins had two big losses Tuesday, neither involving the trade deadline. Quarterback Malik Willis (groin) and defensive tackle Zach Sieler (ruptured bicep) both landed on injured reserve, with the latter set to miss the entire season.
It's becoming increasingly likely the Dolphins pick top three in the 2027 NFL Draft, as they're 1-7 and firmly the league's youngest team. There's still plenty of football to go, however, and Kyle McCord will be an integral component.
McCord, who played for Syracuse and Ohio State collegiately, will start at quarterback for the Dolphins while Willis is sidelined. Miami acquired him from the Green Bay Packers for a sixth-round pick back in August, a day after they dealt Quinn Ewers to the Jacksonville
Jaguars for a sixth.
Here's how McCord could impact Ollie Gordon, Caleb Douglas and the Dolphins in fantasy.
How does Kyle McCord starting affect Dolphins in fantasy football?
McCord isn't a great athlete, especially considering the juxtaposition between him and Malik Willis. So, Miami's running game could take a hit, as Willis' speed makes defenses have to account for him potentially taking off. Willis' injury is bad news for Caleb Douglas, an emerging vertical threat who Willis liked to launch the deep ball to frequently. Malik Washington and Greg Dulcich are largely unaffected by the switch, though there's a chance McCord directs more underneath targets their way as he's not as aggressive of a passer as Willis.
This article originally appeared on For The Win: Dolphins fantasy football fallout as Malik Willis (groin) lands on IR
