Dolphins Move Willis to Injured Reserve: McCord Set to Start Against Colts
Malik Willis will miss at least four games due to a groin injury, forcing backup Kyle McCord into the starting quarterback role for the Week 8 matchup.
By Oliver Bennett ·
The Miami Dolphins placed starting quarterback Malik Willis on injured reserve on Tuesday. The move sidelines the 27-year-old signal-caller for a minimum of four weeks, effectively ending his current streak in the lineup.
Willis has managed a nagging groin injury throughout the season. His mobility was visibly restricted during Sunday’s 19-9 loss to the Detroit Lions. Head coach Jeff Hafley noted that Willis could not fully open up during the contest. Hafley acknowledged that Willis still gained yards by pulling the ball and running against a stout defensive line, but the coach stated he was unable to reach full speed.
Willis currently holds a 121-of-208 passing record for the 1-7 Dolphins. He has thrown six touchdown passes and six interceptions this season. The Ringer first reported the injury status, indicating it is not expected to end the campaign. The team’s next opponent is the Indianapolis Colts.
Kyle McCord will assume the starting quarterback duties for that game. The Dolphins acquired McCord from Green Bay in August. He previously spent the 2025 season on the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad after being drafted in the sixth round. The Packers signed McCord on Jan. 20, 2026, and he appeared in three preseason games with that team.
During his time with Green Bay, McCord completed 46 of 70 passes for 446 yards. He threw four touchdowns and no interceptions while being sacked six times. The Dolphins also placed defensive lineman Zach Sieler on injured reserve on Tuesday. Sieler suffered a ruptured biceps during the loss to Detroit.
