The Jets may have to try and stop Miami’s offense Friday without nickel cornerback Michael Carter II. After missing Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills, Carter is looking unlikely to play Friday against the Dolphins after missing practice Wednesday with a hamstring injury following him being listed as out during Tuesday’s walkthrough. It may be another week with Brandin Echols in the slot.
The other big story of the week involves offensive tackle Duane Brown (hip). The Jets have to make a decision on Brown by Thursday, as that is the final day of his 21-day practice window to be activated from injured reserve. If the Jets do not activate Brown Thursday, then he is out for the rest of the season. Brown has been listed as a full participant since having his window opened but it may be a 50/50 chance of him returning.
Mekhi Becton (ankle/knee) is pushing to play Friday but the injury was affecting him during Wednesday’s practice. He was limited Wednesday. He could be a game-time decision. The good news up front for New York is that the Jets should at least have Billy Turner available if need be. Turner practiced in full after missing time with a finger injury.
In terms of available players, everyone practiced in some capacity except for Carter and everyone who did practice was a full participant except for Becton and linebacker Sam Eguavoen (hip).
Jets-Dolphins injury report: Mekhi Becton (ankle) was clearly dealing w Sunday’s injury earlier, but making a push to play. Not looking good for Michael Carter (hamstring). Final injury report tomorrow, when Jets must make a decision on Duane Brown as his practice window closes. pic.twitter.com/aLYZ5woXMn
— Andy Vasquez (@andy_vasquez) November 22, 2023
