Dolphins Signed AJ Henning to Practice Squad
The team added receiver depth as Caleb Douglas remains sidelined with an ankle injury.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Football
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The Miami Dolphins have added wide receiver AJ Henning to the practice squad to bolster depth. The move comes as receiver Caleb Douglas missed consecutive practices with an ankle injury, putting his availability for the upcoming game in question.
Why it matters
Managing player availability during the regular season is essential for maintaining team performance on the field. With Douglas facing an injury and other receivers dealing with limited practice time, the team is adjusting its roster to ensure sufficient coverage.
Caleb Douglas has recorded seven catches for 117 yards during the season. His status remains uncertain as the team prepares for the Kansas City Chiefs.
The players
AJ Henning
Wide receiver signed to the Miami Dolphins practice squad.
Caleb Douglas
Wide receiver currently listed on the injury report with an ankle injury.
Chris Bell
Wide receiver limited in practice due to a knee injury.
Jalen Tolbert
Wide receiver expected to see increased opportunities.
Kansas City Chiefs
The Dolphins next opponent in the upcoming regular season game.
The details
The Dolphins signed AJ Henning to the practice squad on Thursday following his previous participation in the team's training camp. This transaction follows consecutive missed practices by Caleb Douglas due to an ankle injury and a limited status for Chris Bell on the injury report with a knee issue. Jalen Tolbert is expected to take on a larger role if Douglas is unable to suit up for Sunday's game.
Timeline
September 23, 2026: Caleb Douglas missed practice.
September 24, 2026: The Dolphins signed AJ Henning to the practice squad.
September 27, 2026: The Dolphins play the Kansas City Chiefs.
Beyond the 305
The Dolphins' roster move follows the NFL's official injury report requirements that dictate how teams must manage and declare player availability. This process follows the standard league pattern of adjusting depth charts based on injury status during the competitive season.
Fans watching the game on September 27 should monitor the pre-game injury report for the final status of key wide receivers. The composition of the active roster may shift further as coaches finalize their game plan for the Kansas City Chiefs.
The takeaway
The team is balancing current injury concerns with long-term depth to prepare for upcoming matchups. Keep an eye on the official game-day roster announcement to see how the receiver rotation changes against the Chiefs.
Further reading
Follow the latest updates on the team at Miami Football.
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