The Miami Dolphins are losing one of their promising rookies for a significant stretch. Linebacker Trey Moore will undergo ankle surgery, a tough blow confirmed by head coach Jeff Hafley. While the team expects Moore to return at some point during the season, Hafley made it clear it’s gonna take a while for him to get back on the field.
A Fourth-Round Pick’s Rough Start
Moore, a fourth-round pick in this year’s draft, was looking to make an impact. He started his college career at UTSA before spending the last two seasons playing for Texas. Rookies always have a steep climb, but getting sidelined this early with surgery just adds another mountain to that journey. It’s a bummer for a young guy trying to prove himself. You gotta wonder how this changes the defensive picture early on without his presence.
Other Defensive Dings for Miami
It’s not just Moore dealing with injuries for the Dolphins’ defense. Hafley also noted that defensive lineman Kenneth Grant is currently considered week to week, which is never good news. On a slightly brighter note, defensive lineman Zach Sieler is apparently getting close to returning to the field. Still, having multiple guys dealing with injuries, especially a rookie who was supposed to be a depth piece and possibly more, definitely isn’t ideal as the season gets rolling.
It’s a waiting game now for Trey Moore and Dolphins fans. Getting him back “at some point” in the season means they’ll be without him for a good chunk of time. They’ll need other guys to step up in his absence and keep that defense locked in until he’s healthy and ready to hit the gridiron.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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