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Dolphins Predicted to Release Former Playoff Starting Quarterback

   

Skylar Thompson took over in a pinch for the Miami Dolphins late in the 2022 season, starting in the team’s wild-card playoff game and nearly leading an upset win over the Buffalo Bills.

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Now, the third-year quarterback could be facing a fight for his spot on the team.

Reporter Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald predicted that Thompson would land on the outside of the roster bubble and may need to outshine a crowded group of quarterbacks to keep a spot on the active roster this summer. But Kelly added that starter Tua Tagovailoa’s uncertain contract situation could hand Thompson a big opportunity as training camp nears.

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Kelly noted that a new rule allowing teams to elevate an emergency quarterback from the practice squad could add a new challenge for Thompson in making the final roster. He predicted that “Thompson must shine to keep his 53-man status.”

But Kelly added that Tagovailoa’s unresolved contract situation could give both Thompson and Mike White an opportunity to prove themselves once training camp opens later this month.

“Tagovailoa is engaged in a complicated negotiation for a long-term deal, and it’s possible he could limit — or sit out entirely — portions of training camp until a five- or six-year deal gets done that compensates him as if he’s a top-10 quarterback,” Kelly wrote. “Going that route could stress White and Thompson’s arm, but provide the Dolphins a thorough examination of both backups.”

Thompson already has some NFL experience under his belt, starting two games at the conclusion of the 2022 season when both Tagovailoa and backup Teddy Bridgewater were out with injuries. He went 1-1 during that stretch, completing 57.1% of his passes for 534 yards with 1 touchdown and 3 interceptions.

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