Miami Dolphins veteran defensive lineman Zach Sieler ruptured his biceps during the team’s 19-9 loss to the Detroit Lions and will have season-ending surgery, a person familiar with the injury told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
The person spoke on condition of anonymity because neither the Dolphins nor Sieler had announced the injury. ESPN first reported that it happened on the first play of Sunday’s game. The expected recovery time is five to six months.
Sieler played the entire game anyway, recording one quarterback hurry and a tackle while helping a front that pressured Detroit quarterback Jared Goff for much of the afternoon.
This season, Sieler has 24 tackles, seven tackles for loss and two sacks. He is the only player over 30 on Miami’s roster, which is the youngest in the NFL. First-year coach Jeff Hafley has repeatedly praised his leadership, calling him one of the best people he has known.
The loss leaves a veteran presence out of a young defensive line for the rest of the year.
