Dolphins' Zach Sieler Out for Season With Biceps Injury

The Miami Dolphins placed defensive tackle Zach Sieler on injured reserve Tuesday after he ruptured his biceps in Sunday's 19-9 loss to the Detroit Lions. The injury will keep him out for the remainder of the season.

Schefter: Ruptured Biceps and Surgery Ahead

ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that Sieler suffered a torn biceps and that the biceps is ruptured. Schefter also reported that Sieler will have surgery that ends his season. The procedure closes out a year in which Sieler had been one of Miami's most productive defenders.

Hurt on the First Snap, and He Kept Playing

According to Schefter, Sieler was hurt on Miami's opening defensive play against the Lions in Week 9, in the early stage of Sunday's game. He stayed on the field and continued playing for the rest of the afternoon, logging 42 defensive snaps after the injury. Miami lost the game to Detroit.

A Five-to-Six-Month Road Back at 31

Sieler now has a long recovery ahead of him, and his return to full strength is expected to take roughly five to six months. He is 31 years old. The timeline matters for a player signed well beyond this season, with a contract that keeps him in Miami through the 2029 season.

What Miami Loses on the Line

Sieler started Miami's first eight games this season, recording 24 tackles and two sacks before the injury. He joined the Dolphins in the 2019 season and has 377 tackles, 37.5 sacks and two interceptions with the team.

He signed a three-year contract extension with Miami before the 2025 season began. The deal carries annual cap hits above $20 million.