Miami Dolphins’ Ethan Bonner Sidelined by Hamstring Injury in Preseason Clash Against Lions | Times of India NFL News

During the preseason game against the Detroit Lions, Miami Dolphins’ cornerback Ethan Bonner suffered a setback. He was forced to leave the field in the first quarter due to a hamstring injury. This incident marked the first major setback for the Dolphins in the preseason.

Bonner’s injury casts a cloud over his outlook for the 2025 season. Reports have confirmed that Bonner’s injury was evaluated, and is believed to be hamstring-related. The severity of the injury is yet to be confirmed but does come at a difficult time for, the already thin, group of cornerbacks in Miami.

Bonner has steadily progressed since entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2023. He moved up from the Dolphins’ practice squad to a possible rotational role, and after showing promise in limited opportunities, he secured a roster spot in 2024.

The general manager of the Dolphins, Chris Grier, had earlier praised Bonner for his intellect and competitiveness. Bonner has stated his ambition to secure a starting role and to continue his career in Miami.

This injury has increased the pressure on the Dolphins’ secondary ahead of the 2025 season. The frequency of setbacks in the cornerback position in recent years has been an additional concern for Miami. As such, Bonner’s recovery timeline could be instrumental in shaping the team’s upcoming roster and defensive rotations.

As the Dolphins await further medical evaluations to ascertain the severity of Bonner’s injury and the regular season approaches, his availability will be an important determinant of the shape of Miami’s secondary for 2025.