Howard logged seven total tackles (five solo), including one tackle for loss, while also breaking up one pass in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Raiders.
The veteran cornerback was able to log a season-high in tackles Sunday, tying David Long for the Dolphins' leading tackler in Week 11. Through eight appearances, Howard has recorded six pass deflections and one interception, ranking second in both categories for Miami's defense. The All-Pro cornerback tandem of Howard and Jalen Ramsey has been great when they've been on the field together, and they'll continue causing problems for opposing quarterbacks as the season goes on.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Available in Germany
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Howard (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Chiefs in Frankfurt, Germany.
Howard was listed as questionable heading into the weekend after he was a limited participant in practices Wednesday through Friday, but he's not expected to face any restrictions Sunday as the Dolphins aim to slow down Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs' aerial attack. Through six appearances on the season, the four-time Pro Bowl cornerback has recorded 27 tackles, four pass breakups and one interception.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Questionable after limited sessions
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Howard (groin) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Howard was limited in all three of Miami's practices ahead of Sunday morning's game in Frankfurt, Germany. The cornerback last took the field in Week 6 against the Panthers. If Howard suits up Sunday, Miami will have the cornerback duo of Howard and Jalen Ramsey active simultaneously for the first time.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Limited Wednesday
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Howard (groin) was limited in Wednesday's practice.
Howard has missed the Dolphins' last two games, but the limited practice to start the week is a good sign regarding his potential availability for Sunday's game against the Chiefs. With Jalen Ramsey debuting last week, Howard's return will further bolster Miami's secondary. Howard has one interception and four pass breakups this season.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Chance to return Sunday
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Howard (groin) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots, David Furones of The South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Howard missed Miami's Week 7 loss to the Eagles with a groin issue, but he was able to return to practice in a limited fashion throughout the week. If the All-Pro cornerback misses his second consecutive game, Cam Smith and Eli Apple will likely have an increased workload in the Dolphins' secondary.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Inactive versus Philadelphia
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Howard (groin) is inactive for Sunday's game versus the Eagles.
Howard suffered a groin injury during Miami's win against the Panthers last week, which will now keep the 30-year-old out of Sunday's matchup. Kader Kohou and Eli Apple will now be tasked with trying to slow down A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Returning to practice Thursday
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Howard (groin) will be a limited participant at practice Thursday, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.
Howard takes a positive step towards potentially suiting up in Week 7 by returning to practice Thursday, albeit in a limited capacity. He'll have a shot to play at Philadelphia, but unless he practices in full Friday, he'll likely carry an injury designation into the weekend.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Missing Wednesday's practice
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Howard (groin) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
Howard left Sunday's win versus the Panthers early with a groin issue, which is evidently still bothering him to begin Miami's week of practice. If he is going to play Sunday at Philadelphia, he'll probably need to register at least a limited practice Thursday or Friday.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Playing Sunday
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Howard (knee) is active Sunday against the Jets.
Howard missed Week 17 against the Patriots, but he'll return to play Week 18. The veteran corner's return should be good news for the Miami secondary, as they work to secure a win over the Jets and a playoff spot.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Ruled out for Week 17
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Howard (knee) is among Miami's inactives for Sunday's game against the Patriots.
Howard was questionable heading into Sunday after logging a limited practice session Thursday and sitting out entirely Friday. He evidently didn't progress enough over the weekend to play against New England and will consequently miss his second game of the campaign. Kader Kohou and Justin Bethel could each see more work in Howard's absence.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Added to injury report
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Howard (knee) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
Howard logged a full practice Wednesday, so this is technically a late-week downgrade for the veteran corner. Whether this was a veteran's rest day or Howard suffered some kind of injury the previous day remains unknown. His practice status for Friday should shed better light on his potential availability for Sunday's pivotal game with the Patriots.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Returns fumble for TD on Sunday
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Howard didn't record any tackles in Sunday's Week 12 win over Houston, but he returned a fumble for a touchdown in the second quarter.
Howard failed to log a tackle for the first time this season, but he still had a big impact on the outcome. The Baylor alum scooped up a Jordan Akins fumble in the second period and ran untouched to the end zone to extend the Dolphins' lead to 27-0. Howard also logged a pass defense in the victory.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Ready for action
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Howard (groin) is active Week 8 agains the Lions.
Howard missed enough practice time to warrant a questionable tag this week, but he'll end up suiting up for what is presumed to be his regular starting role. While a solid asset for the Dolphins, Howard's utility as an IDP continues to be limited in 2022 due to a lack of targets his way.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Questionable for Sunday
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Howard (groin) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Lions, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
After not practicing Wednesday due to a lingering groin injury, Howard logged back-to-back limited sessions and will likely be a game-time decision ahead of Sunday's 1:00 PM ET kickoff. If Howard is ultimately ruled out, Justin Bethel, Kader Kohou and Keion Crossen would all be candidates for increased roles.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Active against Steelers
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Howard (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Steelers.
Howard was questionable for Sunday's matchup after he was a limited participant during Friday's practice session, but he'll be able to play through his groin injury for a second consecutive week. He tallied three solo tackles and a pass defense during last week's loss to the Vikings.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Cleared for Week 6
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Howard (groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against the Vikings, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
As expected, Howard will return to action Week 6 after being inactive for the Dolphins' Week 5 loss to the Jets due to the groin issue. He'll likely be tasked will trying to slow down Vikings standout receiver Justin Jefferson.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Won't play Sunday
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Howard (groin) is inactive Sunday against the Jets.
Howard aggravated a groin issue in Week 4's loss to the Bengals, then he was unable to practice Wednesday or Thursday. He returned in limited fashion Friday, however the 29-year-old is still not ready to compete. His absence will be a blow to the Dolphins secondary, while Kader Kohou and Keion Crossen will likely be looking at extra opportunity.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Labeled as questionable for Sunday
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Howard (groin) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Jets, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
Howard was removed from the team's Week 4 loss to the Bengals after aggravating a groin issue that hindered him at practices ahead of the contest. The star cornerback didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday but returned in a limited fashion Friday, giving himself a chance to suit up Sunday. If Howard is unable to play, Kader Kohou and Keion Crossen (shoulder) would be candidates for increased roles.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Set to be reevaluated Monday
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Howard (groin) will be reevaluated when the Dolphins return to their facility Monday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
Howard was forced out of Thursday's loss to the Bengals after he aggravated the groin injury that had bothered him earlier in the week. Head coach Mike McDaniel said Friday that the cornerback's status moving forward would be evaluated when the team returns to Miami. Howard can be considered questionable for Week 5 for the time being.
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Dolphins' Xavien Howard: Back in action
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Howard (cramps) returned to Sunday's game against the Bills, Adam H. Beasley of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
Howard took a brief visit to the locker room, after he dealt with cramps during Sunday's contest against Buffalo. Now that he's returned, expect him to continue guarding the tough assignment in covering Stefon Diggs.
