Dolphins Make Surprising QB Move Ahead of Browns Week 7 Game
The Cleveland Browns could face a new quarterback in Week 7 when they host the Miami Dolphins.
Ahead of Miami going onto the road to play the Browns in Week 7, Miami is set to make a quarterback change. Although Tua Tagovailoa will remain the starting quarterback, rookie Quinn Ewers will serve as the backup quarterback, while Zach Wilson will be inactive, according to
“The #Dolphins are making a change to their QB depth chart for today’s game, as Quinn Ewers will serve as the backup to Tua Tagovailoa for their matchup against the #Browns, per the insiders. This is the first game active for the rookie seventh rounder,” Rapoport
Miami making a change at backup quarterback is a surprise, as Wilson did have some success in his lone appearance this season. He went 5-for-8 for 32 yards, but the Dolphins are now deciding to put Ewers as the backup.
Ewers was selected 231st overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. He served as the starting quarterback for the Texas Longhorns for three seasons, and he will now get a gameday jersey for the first time this season.
Browns Coach Reveals Challenge Dolphins Pose
Although Miami will have Ewers as the backup, the Browns will still be preparing to face Tagovailoa at quarterback.
Heading into the game, Browns coach Kevin Stefanski revealed the challenge the team poses. Stefanski believes the Dolphins are a well-coached team and have plenty of offensive talent on the roster.
“They’re a team that presents a lot of challenges to you schematically, from a personnel standpoint as well, a ton of respect for what they do down there schematically,” Stefanski
“Really good players on all three levels of the defense. Special teams, speed, fast returners, but really well-coached group that I have a ton of respect for. We have to play our best, so we’re going to focus on our preparation, focus on how we work this week to go play our best on Sunday.”
Despite both teams being off to a slow start, Cleveland is a 2.5-point favorite at home against Miami.
Tagovailoa Walks Back Comments on Dolphins
Ahead of the Dolphins’ road game against the Browns, Tagovailoa walked back comments he made about his teammates.
Tagovailoa criticized players for showing up late to meetings or not showing up, which he’s frustrated by. Following his comments, Tagovailoa took time to apologize and walk back on them.
“I’ve made a mistake and I’m owning up to that right now,” Tagovailoa said. “I’ve talked to guys on the team about it, talked to the leaders about it, and they know my heart. They know that the intent was right…
“I’ve got to look at myself as the leader protecting the team. I don’t feel like I did that to the best of my abilities. I felt like I let the emotions of the game get to me after the game. And that’s something that I can learn from as a leader on this team. What happens in-house should be protected and none of that should have gotten out.”
The Dolphins enter their road game against the Browns with a 1-5 record.
Giants Lock in Darius Slayton for Must-Win Broncos Game
As the New York Giants prepare for their critical matchup against the Denver Broncos, wide receiver Darius Slayton is ready to make his mark. After receiving the green light to suit up for the game, Slayton has a clear message for his team and fans alike: he’s ready to step up and be the game-changer the Giants need.
"The team made the right call, and now it’s my job to deliver. Against the Broncos, I’m going to be a key part of what we do," Slayton said, exuding confidence as the Giants head into what is shaping up to be a high-stakes game.
Slayton’s journey has been far from smooth this season. After facing some uncertainties with his role on the team and dealing with injuries, he’s been eager to prove himself as one of the Giants’ most reliable and explosive playmakers. With the pressure on, Slayton knows that Sunday’s game against the Broncos is an opportunity he can’t afford to waste.
Having earned a reputation as a deep threat and a playmaker, Slayton’s ability to stretch the field will be critical in this matchup. The Broncos’ defense has been solid, but the Giants need someone who can make explosive plays, and Slayton is ready to take on that responsibility. With wide receiver room options like Kenny Golladay and rookie Kadarius Toney, Slayton's speed and route-running can help open up the offense and create mismatches down the field.
As the Giants aim to climb out of their tough season, Slayton’s determination and focus are exactly what the team needs. His words are more than just talk—Slayton has shown before that he can rise to the occasion and be the spark that ignites the offense. His ability to make clutch catches and break through defenses with his speed makes him an invaluable asset in this must-win game.
The Broncos will have their hands full trying to contain Slayton, especially with quarterback Daniel Jones looking to rebound after a string of inconsistent performances. The two have developed a strong chemistry, and their connection could be the key to unlocking the offense against a tough Denver defense.
With everything on the line, Slayton is fully prepared to prove that the decision to rely on him was the right one. "This is my moment," he said, his eyes set on the Broncos. The Giants need his playmaking ability more than ever, and Slayton is ready to rise to the occasion.
As fans eagerly await Sunday’s clash, one thing is certain: Darius Slayton is fired up and ready to make a statement. If he delivers on his promise, the Giants could have just the weapon they need to upset the Broncos and turn their season around.
