XAVIEN HOWARD NEWS

NFL's five healthiest, most injured teams; previewing Dolphins-Niners

Dr. Matt Provencher ranks the NFL's five healthiest and five most banged-up teams, and previews the Dolphins-49ers game.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Returns fumble for TD on Sunday 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.

Impact 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.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tagovailoa, Dolphins rout Texans 30-15 for 5th straight win

Tua Tagovailoa threw for 299 yards and the Miami Dolphins raced to a 30-point lead before holding on for their fifth straight win, a 30-15 victory over the one-win Houston Texans

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Can't-Miss Play: Xavien Howard gets scoop-and-score A scoop-and-score by Miami Dolphins defensive back Xavien Howard's is sparked by fellow defensive back Eric Rowe's tackle on Houston Texans...

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • MIAMIDOLPHINS.COM

Can't-Miss Play: Xavien Howard's scoop-and-score sparked by Eric Rowe's hit-stick tackle on Akins A scoop-and-score by Miami Dolphins defensive back Xavien Howard's is sparked by fellow defensive back Eric Rowe's hit-stick tackle on Houst...

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • NFL.COM

Xavien Howard with scoop and score as Dolphins are destroying Texans The Dolphins’ defense scores in the dismantling of the Texans

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Chris Perkins: Don't forget contributions of Xavien Howard and Terron Armstead in Dolphins' success Don't forget about left tackle Terron Armstead and cornerback Xavien Howard when considering the reasons for the Dolphins' success.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

Dolphins clicking on all sides as they head into their bye

The Dolphins dominated Cleveland on both sides of the ball Sunday and are scorching hot as they head into their bye week

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tua Tagovailoa's leap has Dolphins eyeing deep playoff run

The Dolphins are on pace to make the playoffs for the first time since 2016 thanks to the elevated play of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and receiver Tyreek Hill's incredible numbers

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Xavien Howard, Emmanuel Ogbah active for Dolphins at Lions; Miami makes surprise healthy scratch Dolphins defensive standouts Xavien Howard, Emmanuel Ogbah active for Miami at Detroit Lions.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ORLANDOSENTINEL.COM

Ready for action Howard (groin) is active Week 8 agains the Lions.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dolphins' Xavien Howard, already questionable to play at Lions, will travel separate from team; River Cracraft ruled out Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard will travel to Detroit separately to attend a funeral for a death in the family, according to a sour...

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

Dolphins' injury situation improving for Sunday's game at Detroit Six Dolphins players, led by defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah, cornerback Xavien Howard, and punter Thomas Morstead, are listed as questionable...

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • DENVERPOST.COM

Questionable for Sunday Howard (groin) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Lions, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

How DC Josh Boyer has helped the Dolphins secondary avoid disaster

A banged-up Dolphins secondary has risen to the challenge under the tutelage of defensive coordinator Josh Boyer.

OCTOBER 28, 2022

'The damage is done.' Dolphins' Xavien Howard sued for giving woman STD, lawsuit says Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard is facing a hefty lawsuit after a woman came forward alleging he knowingly gave her genital herpes —...

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Dolphins safety Brandon Jones to go on injured reserve

Miami Dolphins safety Brandon Jones will be placed on injured reserve with a knee injury he suffered in the third quarter of Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Active against Steelers Howard (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still bothered by groin issue Howard (groin) is questionable for Sunday's game against Pittsburgh, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Howard has been bothered by the groin issue since Week 3, and he missed Week 5 against the Jets before returning to face the Vikings this past Sunday. The All-Pro cornerback participated in full at practice Thursday but was back to a limited session Friday. With both Kader Kohou (oblique, questionable) and Keion Crossen (knee, doubtful) also on the injury report, Miami could be very thin at cornerback if Howard is unable to play.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dolphins' cornerback Xavien Howard: 'You can't win without scoring points on offense.' The Dolphins held the Vikings to 10 points in the first three quarters and Minnesota QB Kirk Cousins finished with 175 yards passing.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • PALMBEACHPOST.COM

Cleared for Week 6 Howard (groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against the Vikings, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plans to play in Week 6 Howard (groin) said Wednesday that he plans to play Sunday against the Vikings, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Impact Howard was ruled out for Week 5 after aggravating a groin issue during the team's Week 4 loss, and while he feels confident about his availability, Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Wednesday that the team will take the whole week before making a decision on Howard's availability and added the cornerback may participate in Wednesday's practice, per Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com. More information will likely be known as the week progresses, but it sounds like McDaniel is content on using some gamesmanship with his star cornerback ahead of a showdown against Justin Jefferson and the Vikings.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa limited in return to practice

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa returned to practice Wednesday in a limited capacity

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dolphins need to address defensive issues amid 2-game skid

The Miami Dolphins defense has failed to force the pressure and resulting takeaways that fueled the team's surge late last season

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play Sunday Howard (groin) is inactive Sunday against the Jets.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE