Credit: AP Photos Miami Dolphins edge rusher Jaelan Phillips ' season has come to an abrupt end. The talented defender announced on social media that he would require reconstructive surgery on his knee following an injury sustained during the team's loss to the Tennessee Titans . Also Read: From Sky to Sideline: Jerry Jones stuns Cowboys players with Helicopter handing, disrupting practice in a bold fashion Jaelan Phillips’ Injury: A Setback for the Dolphins In a moment of unfortunate collision, Jaelan Phillips collided with his teammate Jordan Poyer, which ultimately led to a partial tear in his right ACL.
Despite the pain, he bravely continued to play, even receiving a brace at halftime to support his injured knee. However, in the third quarter, the situation worsened, and Phillips was seen slamming his fist on the ground in frustration after falling to the turf again. After trainers assisted him, he walked off the field, visibly upset, and did not return to the game.
Coach Mike McDaniel described the injury as a “freak” occurrence, occurring during a play involving Titans running back Tony Pollard. As Poyer attempted to tackle Pollard, his helmet inadvertently struck Phillips’ knee, leading to the injury. This incident marked a challenging turn for Phillips, who had only recently worked his way back from an Achilles tendon tear that had sidelined him for the last seven games of the previous season.
Reflecting on his current situation, Phillips expressed resilience .