Jaylen Wright, a rising star in the NFL and one of the Miami Dolphins’ most explosive offensive weapons, has suffered a devastating injury that could derail much of his promising season. According to team sources and confirmed medical reports, Wright has sustained a rupture of the proximal tendon of the antechor rectum—a rare and complex muscular injury that is expected to sideline him for several months.
The injury occurred during a routine practice session earlier this week. Witnesses reported that Wright went down awkwardly after making a sharp cut during a non-contact drill. Initially thought to be a minor tweak, further imaging and specialist evaluations confirmed a full rupture, a diagnosis that immediately changed the tone within the Dolphins’ locker room.
The proximal tendon of the antechor rectum is not an area frequently injured in professional sports. It plays a critical role in core stability and explosive lower-body movement—both essential elements of Wright’s game. The unusual nature of the injury has raised questions among medical professionals and fans alike, not only for its rarity but also for the difficult path to recovery it entails.
Wright, known for his lightning speed and agility, was anticipated to play a major role in the Dolphins’ offensive strategy this season. As a running back with both power and finesse, he had impressed coaches and fans during the preseason, positioning himself as a breakout candidate. His absence creates a significant gap in the Dolphins’ backfield, putting pressure on backups and forcing the coaching staff to re-evaluate their offensive approach.
Team doctors have outlined a multi-phase recovery plan for Wright that includes surgical intervention followed by months of physical therapy. The recovery timeline for such an injury is typically between four to six months, but due to the complexity of the tendon’s role in athletic movement, even a return to play within that window cannot guarantee a full return to form. Specialists caution that re-injury or lingering instability are legitimate concerns, especially for an athlete whose game depends so heavily on quick directional changes and acceleration.
Head coach Mike McDaniel addressed the media following the announcement, expressing both his disappointment
