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Dolphins Lose Veteran Defensive Tackle Zach Sieler to Ruptured Biceps, AP Source Says
The Dolphins will lose one of their top defensive leaders after surgery, and the injury ends any chance of a trade before the NFL deadline.
- On Tuesday, Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Zach Sieler was ruled out for the remainder of the 2026 season with a torn biceps. The injury occurred on the first play of Sunday's 19-9 loss to the Detroit Lions.
- Despite the severity of the injury, Sieler finished the game, logging 49 snaps on defense and special teams. The 31-year-old had been remarkably durable, missing only two games over the past six seasons.
- The injury effectively ends speculation regarding a potential trade before today's 4 p.m. ET deadline. Sieler, the longest-tenured member of the roster, had reportedly been attracting interest from contenders.
- Coach Jeff Hafley now turns to young defensive tackles Kenneth Grant, Jordan Phillips, and Zeek Biggers to fill the void. Hafley previously called Sieler 'one of the best people ever' regarding his leadership.
- Sieler faces a 5-6 month recovery timeline following season-ending surgery. The Dolphins must navigate his future with a $23.7 million cap hit in 2027, potentially requiring contract restructuring.
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Dolphins Take Major Hit as Zach Sieler Ruled Out Rest of the Season After Ruptured Biceps
The Miami Dolphins entered Sunday at 1-6, and the day got worse. Defensive tackle Zach Sieler played through the entire 19-9 loss to the Detroit Lions on November 8 with a ruptured biceps. As a result, he will now miss the rest of the 2026 season. Sieler is expected to undergo season-ending surgery, with a […]
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Report: Dolphins DT Zach Sieler (biceps) out for season - Regional Media News
By Field Level Media Nov 10 (Field Level Media) - Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Zach Sieler will undergo season-ending surgery on his ruptured biceps, ESPN reported on Tuesday. Sieler was hurt on the first play of Miami's 19-9 loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday. [...]
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