The Miami Dolphins play Tom Brady and the Buccaneers this upcoming Sunday; However, the biggest story regarding the Miami Dolphins right now is their 1-3 start.

Many might have not anticipated a 1-3 start in the beginning of the season. The outlook has been bleak ever since the injuries to Tua Tagovailoa, Raekwon Davis and Will Fuller V. It has also been rough water due to losses against the Bills, Raiders, and Colts.

Parker hurt again

There could be another loss this Sunday in Devante Parker. Death, Taxes and Devante Parkers hamstring injuries

DeVante Parker’s status (hamstring – popped up yesterday) will likely be a game time decision, per Brian Flores.

— Ruthie Polinsky (@ruthiepolinsky) October 8, 2021

Devante Parker was limited on Friday because of his shoulder and hamstring injury and is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against Tampa Bay.

Parker, who is the most experienced WR for the Dolphins had four catches, 77 yards, and one touchdown. Offensive Coordinator echoed more opportunities should be given to Devante Parker.

If Parker is unable to suit up against the Buccaneers, this is a golden opportunity for Preston Williams to show he is capable of being the “X” receiver.

“He is preparing so he can take advantage of that opportunity,” Flores on Preston Williams, who seems to be getting a call up.

— Omar Kelly (@OmarKelly) October 8, 2021

Redemption Time

Williams, who was a healthy scratch against the Colts, is destined for an increased role on offense this Sunday.

Williams doesn’t boast much utility on special teams, so it was difficult for the Dolphins to justify making him active for the Week 4 loss to the Colts.

Will Fuller going on injured reserve

— Five Reasons Sports (@5ReasonsSports) October 6, 2021

The roster now has a different context, however, with Will Fuller going on IR and Jakeem Grant being traded to the Bears.

For those who say the Dolphins don't have a talent problem, I ask:

What other team would Malcolm Brown have started for yesterday? Austin Jackson? What other team would keep giving Jakeem Grant chances?

— Five Reasons Sports (@5ReasonsSports) October 4, 2021

Albert Wilson has been ineffective the last four games, Williams could have a clear path not only to being active versus Tampa Bay but potentially gaining meaningful snaps against a decimated Buccaneers secondary.

The @MiamiDolphins even the score on a 12-yard Preston Williams touchdown 🙌 @Thresort #FinsUp #NYJvsMIA

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— NFL (@NFL) November 3, 2019

In 2019 where Williams played only 8 games due to a knee injury, showed consistency in making big plays when it mattered. Not to mention using his  6’5  220 lb  frame to get 428 yards. An ankle injury forced Williams to sit out the 2020 season.

.@Tua delivers a perfect ball to Preston Williams. #FinsUp

📺: #MIAvsAZ on CBS
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— NFL (@NFL) November 8, 2020

The Dolphins will have to rely on Williams in the redzone as he and Mike Gesicki are the only notable pass catchers that create mismatches with their size when the field gets smaller.  Williams, in his short playing career has done most of his damage in the endzone.

In regards to Preston Williams I have heard that he is, and I do quote “Ready to go”

— Jason Sarney (@Jason_Sarney) October 8, 2021

If all systems are a go, be on the lookout for the Unicorn.

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