As has often been the case every Saturday for a while now, the Miami Dolphins made a series of roster moves the day before their Week 17 matchup against the Tennessee Titans — and the Titans did the same.
The Dolphins’ moves involved eight players, with the biggest news being safety Brandon Jones and defensive lineman Adam Butler being activated off the Reserve/COVID-19 list.
In addition, linebacker Brennan Scarlett was activated off injured reserve; wide receiver Kirk Merritt and center Cameron Tom were elevated from the practice squad as COVID-19 replacements; DB Chris Milton was moved up from the practice squad as a standard elevation; and defensive backs Noah Igbinoghene and Sheldrick Redwine were placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list.
It’s quite a bit to unpack, but we’ll start with Jones and Butler, who aren’t guaranteed to play against Tennessee but at least now have the chance if…