- Malik Washington
- #83
- Team MIA
- Pos WR
- Status AActive
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Finishes with 28 yards Sunday
Washington brought in three of four targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 29-17 win over the 49ers.
Analysis: Washington was expected to take on an expanded role sans starter Jaylen Waddle (knee). Unfortunately for speculative fantasy managers, the wideout finished with less yards and receptions than he did filling in for Waddle in the second half of last week's loss to the Texans. Waddle's status for Week 17 is still up in the air, but Washington would still boast the potential for those in deeper formats should the star wideout miss next Sunday's tilt against the Browns.
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 9:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for expanded role
With both Jaylen Waddle (knee) and Dee Eskridge (knee) listed as doubtful and Tyreek Hill (wrist/personal) questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Washington is likely to see an expanded role on offense, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.
Analysis: Washington and River Cracraft are the Dolphins' lone healthy wide receivers currently on the 53-man roster. Miami does have a trio of wideouts on the practice squad, which includes Erik Ezukanma, Tarik Black and Isaiah McKenzie. After Waddle got hurt last week versus Houston, Washington stepped in and played a season-high 59 percent of the offensive snaps while leading the team in receiving with a 5-52-0 line on six targets.
Published: Fri, Dec 20 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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Breaks out in Week 15 loss
Washington secured five of six targets for 52 yards during Miami's 20-12 loss to the Texans on Sunday.
Analysis: Washington led the Dolphins in receiving yardage, though Tyreek Hill (2-36-0 on seven targets) and tight end Jonnu Smith (9-48-1 on 11 targets) were both peppered by Tua Tagovailoa with more opportunities. Still, following the Dolphins' decision to move on from Odell Beckham, it's encouraging to see Washington making the most of his No. 3 role, which earned him increased involvement after Jaylen Waddle (knee) departed in the first half Sunday. Washington's next task will be to keep up his…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 7:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Shines in return game Week 14
Washington failed to secure his only target during Sunday's 32-26 overtime win over the Jets.
Analysis: Washington wasn't able to record any offensive stats during Sunday's divisional win, but he did return three kickoffs for 95 yards, with a long of 45. The rookie sixth-round pick also took his only punt return for a gain of 10 yards. Veteran Odell Beckham was barely more effective than Washington, as he secured his only target for one yard. Washington and Beckham will figure to continue splitting No. 3 reps behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle on the road versus Houston in Week 15.
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 3:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Draws four targets in loss
Washington secured two of four targets for eight yards during Miami's 30-17 loss to the Packers on Thursday.
Analysis: Washington drew the highest target total of his career during Thursday's loss, a game that featured the Dolphins' offense attempt to come back from an early deficit. The rookie sixth-round pick hasn't yet scored or racked up 20 yards in a single game this season, but his growing involvement on offense is somewhat encouraging. He remains an unlikely candidate for notable fantasy production heading into a Week 14 home game against the Jets, though.
Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in win over New England
Washington secured one of two targets for one yard during Sunday's 34-15 win over the Patriots.
Analysis: Washington also gained two yards on his only carry and returned two punts for a total of 15 yards. The rookie sixth-round pick remains relegated to a depth role, but he's demonstrated versatility in recent weeks, having logged exactly one carry in each of his last four appearances. Still, as long as Washington and veteran Odell Beckham continue to split No. 3 reps behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, neither player will have a path to the volume necessary for notable fantasy production.…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Four touches against Raiders
Washington caught all three of his targets for 11 yards and added one rush for seven yards in Sunday's 34-19 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Washington's 40 percent snap share Sunday was his largest of the season, though the rookie wideout was unable to produce much on his four total touches in the contest. The Dolphins have made it a point to get the ball in his hands a few times in recent weeks, hoping for a spark in what has been an underwhelming offensive attack compared to Miami's high-powered offense in 2023. Even so, Washington lacks enough usage to make him fantasy relevant behind fellow wide receivers Tyreek Hill, Jaylen…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 20 at 2:51am by Rotowire.com
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Scores first career TD
Washington secured one of two targets for 17 yards during Monday's 23-15 win over the Rams. He also scored an 18-yard rushing touchdown on his only carry.
Analysis: The rookie sixth-round pick showcased his dynamic speed, with his first career touchdown coming on an end-around in which he benefited from De'Von Achane acting as a decoy. Washington also worked as the Dolphins' top punt returner, racking up 21 yards on three fielded returns. After a strong prime-time performance, Washington may be able to push for more usage versus the Raiders in Week 11.
Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 12:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to one carry in Week 9 loss
Washington was not targeted during Miami's 30-27 loss to the Bills on Sunday. He rushed once for nine yards.
Analysis: Washington played nearly double the amount of offensive snaps (35 percent) as Odell Beckham, but the veteran wideout managed to draw three more targets. A rookie sixth-round pick, Washington's only offensive touch Sunday came in the form of a nine-yard carry, and the only punt return he fielded went for minus-1 yard. Washington will look to make more of an impact on the road versus the Rams on Monday Night Football.
Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Records two grabs versus Indy
Washington secured two of three targets for nine yards during the Dolphins' 16-10 loss to Indianapolis on Sunday.
Analysis: Washington worked as Miami's No. 3 wide receiver behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, handling 25 offensive snaps while Odell Beckham played just 11. Beckham may still be ramping up after returning from a hamstring injury, but Washington's involvement is somewhat encouraging, even if the Dolphins' offense without Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) has been a massive disappointment. Tagovailoa may be a candidate to return from IR in time to play in Week 8 against the Cardinals, but that would…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 7:54am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Week 5
Washington (quadriceps) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.
Analysis: Washington was limited in all three of Miami's practices but will play through his injury for the second consecutive game. He played only 14 snaps on offense in his NFL debut Week 4, and the rookie sixth-round pick likely will be deployed in a limited role again Sunday.
Published: Fri, Oct 4 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited session Wednesday
Washington (quadriceps) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: The rookie wideout played through his quadriceps issue in Week 4's loss to the Titans, hauling in his only target for eight yards across 14 offensive snaps. Washington is projected to continue playing through this quadriceps injury in Week 5 unless his practice participation is downgraded either Thursday or Friday.
Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs first career catch
Washington secured his only target for eight yards during Miami's 31-12 loss to the Titans on Monday night.
Analysis: Washington played 26 percent of the offensive snaps in his NFL debut. The rookie sixth-round pick missed the first three games of the season due to a quadriceps injury, but he played the same amount in Monday's loss to Tennessee as Braxton Berrios and Dee Eskridge, who was elevated from the practice squad. Washington will look to earn a bigger role against the Patriots on the road in Week 5.
Published: Tue, Oct 1 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Active versus Titans
Washington (quadriceps) is listed as active for Monday night's game against the Titans.
Analysis: Washington thus is slated to make his regular-season debut after missing the Dolphins' first three games. In his return to action, the 2024 sixth-rounder will be in the mix (along with Braxton Berrios and Dee Eskridge) to log snaps behind top wideouts Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, but until Washington gets a full and productive game in, the rookie out of Virginia will remain a speculative fantasy option.
Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Could return Week 4
Washington (quadriceps) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday night's matchup against the Titans, C. Isaiah Smalls II of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: The 2024 sixth-round pick has yet to make his NFL debut after sustaining a quadriceps issue in early September, but following a week of limited practice sessions, he's got a chance to suit up Monday night. Miami currently has just three wide receivers on its active roster without an injury designation, so Washington could see a decent amount of work if he's able to play through injury in Week 4.
Published: Sat, Sep 28 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited again Friday
Washington (quadriceps) remained limited in Friday's practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: The sixth-round rookie wideout has yet to play in a regular-season game for Miami, as he's dealt with the quad issue since the practice week leading up to Week 1.
Published: Fri, Sep 27 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Still limited in practice
Washington (quadriceps) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Washington was also practicing on a limited basis Week 3, prior to being ruled out for Miami's loss to the Seahawks. The rookie sixth-round pick will now work to get healthy in time to make his regular-season debut versus the Titans on Monday. Washington may need to log at least one full practice session Friday or Saturday in order to be cleared for Week 4.
Published: Thu, Sep 26 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
Washington (quadriceps) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Analysis: Washington, who was limited in all three of the Dolphins' practices this past week, approached the contest listed as doubtful. With Washington's NFL regular-season debut still on hold, Braxton Berrios is on hand to work as the team's No. 3 WR behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, with practice-squad elevations Dee Eskridge and Erik Ezukanma also available as depth options versus Seattle.
Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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Doubtful for Week 3
Washington (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Washington was limited in all three of Miami's practices during the week, but it looks like the rookie sixth-round draft pick's NFL debut likely will have to wait another week. Even if Washington were to suit up Sunday in Seattle, his impact would likely be minimal, with Miami's entire passing game expected to be held back by the downgrade from Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) to Skylar Thompson under center.
Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited again
Washington (quadriceps) was a limited participant in practice for the second straight day Thursday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: The 2024 sixth-round pick missed all three sessions leading up to Week 2, so he's making progress toward his NFL debut. Washington's status Friday will be worth monitoring ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks. The wide receiver might be able to challenge Braxton Berrios for Miami's third receiver spot behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle.
Published: Thu, Sep 19 at 5:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice Wednesday
Washington (quadricep) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice session, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Washington was unable to play the first two games of the regular season due to the quad injury he sustained in early September. He missed all three practices leading up to Week 2 against the Bills, but the rookie sixth-round pick returned to the field Wednesday. If Washington can continue to make progress this week, then he could be cleared to make his NFL debut Sunday against the Seahawks. When healthy, Washington will likely operate in a depth role behind Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle, though he…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 4:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice Wednesday
Washington (quadricep) is participating in Wednesday's practice, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: Washington wasn't able to practice in any capacity Week 2 before being ruled out ahead of the Dolphins' loss to the Bills, but according to Schad, the receiver is feeling good after Wednesday's session. The rookie sixth-round pick will work to keep making progress and get the green light for his regular-season debut during Sunday's game against Seattle. Skylar Thompson will start at quarterback for Miami after Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.
Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 2
Washington (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Bills, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Washington will miss a second consecutive game, and the 2024 sixth-round draft pick's next opportunity to make his NFL debut will come Sept. 22 in Seattle in Week 3. Perhaps the extended break between games will provide enough recovery time for Washington to heal, but he didn't appear particularly close to playing Thursday, having failed to practice in any capacity leading up to the game.
Published: Wed, Sep 11 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as DNP again
Washington (quadriceps) is listed as a non-participant on Tuesday's practice report, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Dolphins only logged a walk-through practice Tuesday and released an estimated injury report Monday, but it's worrying to see Washington listed as a non-participant twice in a row. The rookie sixth-round pick missed Week 1 and looks like he could be in danger of also having to sit out Thursday's game against the Bills.
Published: Tue, Sep 10 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Starts week with DNP
Washington (quadriceps) was listed as a non-participant in Monday's practice estimate, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Washington missed the team's Week 1 win over the Jaguars with the injury,and given the short week ahead, may be in danger of missing Thursday's game against the Bills. However, it's worth noting that the Dolphins didn't hold an actual practice Monday, so Washington's participation level was just an estimate. More clarity on his potential to suit up Week 2 should be available Tuesday.
Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't make debut Week 1
Washington (quadriceps) did not practice Friday and is ruled out for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Jaguars, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Washington began the week with back-to-back limited practices before being downgraded to a non-participant Friday. The rookie sixth-round pick was facing notable opportunities to contribute Week 1, with both Odell Beckham (undisclosed) and River Cracraft (upper body) out until Week 5 at the earliest, but he'll have to first return to full health. Braxton Berrios thus will serve as Miami's third wide receiver behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, with Grant DuBose positioned as the team's No. 4…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Not spotted at Friday's practice
Washington (quadriceps) is not present at the portion of Friday's practice open to the media, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Washington was limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday due to a quad injury, so if he's been downgraded to a non-participant Friday, it will bode poorly for his chances of suiting up Week 1. Friday's official practice report will provide Washington with an injury designation for Sunday's game against Jacksonville.
Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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Limited to begin week
Washington was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a quadricep injury, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.
Analysis: Washington remained healthy throughout the preseason, but he's nursing what seems to be a minor injury heading into Sunday's season opener versus the Jaguars. The rookie sixth-round pick is facing immediate opportunities to contribute if he can get healthy, with both Odell Beckham (undisclosed) and River Cracraft (upper body) ruled out for at least the first four games of the season. Braxton Berrios has the experience to immediately work as the No. 3 receiver behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 4 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Racks up 120 all-purpose yards
Washington caught his only target for seven yards and rushed once for 40 yards, while adding a 45-yard kickoff return and a 28-yard punt return in Friday's 24-14 preseason loss to the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Washington has proven capable of making plays in a variety of situations with the ball in his hands throughout the preseason. The rookie sixth-round pick probably won't see consistent playing time at wide receiver, but his versatility should help him secure a roster spot, and Miami's coaching staff may continue to scheme the ball into Washington's hands on gadget plays or in special-teams situations after the regular season kicks off Sept. 8 against the Jaguars.
Published: Fri, Aug 23 at 9:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Flashes all-purpose skills in win
Washington rushed once for 21 yards, hauled in one of four targets for five yards, returned two kickoffs for 46 yards and ran back four punts for 21 yards in the Dolphins' 20-13 preseason win over the Falcons on Friday night. He also fumbled once but recovered.
Analysis: The rookie sixth-round pick had impressed during joint practices with the Falcons this week, and he was able to carry some of that momentum into Friday night's preseason opener. Washington wasn't able to maximize his opportunities through the air, but he flashed with his work as a rusher and on returns. The night was a positive initial step overall in Washington's quest for a roster spot, and he should see his fair share of touches again in the Dolphins' second exhibition game versus the…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 9 at 8:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Building momentum at camp
Washington has stood out in back-to-back joint practices with the Falcons, and he connected on a deep target from quarterback Skylar Thompson for a highlight-reel play Wednesday, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: Washington is listed as a fifth-string wide receiver on Miami's first unofficial depth chart of the preseason, but he still has plenty of time remaining to make his case for a spot on the 53-man roster. The rookie sixth-round pick has impressed in recent practice while Jaylen Waddle (undisclosed) and Braxton Berrios (undisclosed) have missed time, and he took advantage of Tyreek Hill logging limited work Wednesday. Head coach Mike McDaniel praised Washington's early development during…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 7 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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