The Dolphins released Carter on Tuesday.
What it means:
Carter did not record a single reception last season, as he appeared in just one game due to a concussion. The 2017 undrafted free agent will now look for a playing opportunity elsewhere, and while he shouldn't be expected to contribute on offense, he will bring great special teams value to wherever he ends up.
Miami placed Carter (concussion) on its injured reserve list Saturday, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
What it means:
Carter has not played this season since suffering a concussion in the Dolphins' season opener versus New England. Now he'll have to miss at least the team's next four games as he works his way back onto the field.
Carter (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Jets, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
What it means:
Carter will miss a fourth straight game due to a concussion. His next chance to suit up will come in Week 6 against the Vikings, but due to his prolonged absence, the Dolphins will presumably be cautious with the reserve tight end even when he's cleared for practice.
Carter (concussion) didn't practice Wednesday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
What it means:
Carter has missed three straight games due to a concussion and remains in protocols ahead of Week 5. He'll have two more opportunities to practice before the team needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against the Jets, but given his prolonged absence, the Dolphins will likely be cautious before thrusting him back into game action.
Carter (concussion) has been ruled out for Thursday's game in Cincinnati, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
What it means:
Carter will miss a third straight contest as he works his way through the concussion protocol. Hunter Long (ankle) also appears in danger of missing Week 3, so Tanner Conner could get another chance to handle the No. 3 gig behind Mike Gesicki and Adam Shaheen.
Carter (concussion) is listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimation, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.
What it means:
Carter has missed the last two games due to his concussion, and his status on Monday's practice estimation isn't encouraging. If he hopes to play Thursday against Cincinnati, he'll likely need to return to the practice field in some capacity over the next few days.
