Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington will again look to fill the void left by teammate Tyreek Hill when his team squares off with the visiting Los Angeles Chargers in Week 6. Washington hauled in 4-of-5 passes in Miami's loss to the Panthers last Sunday, gaining no yards. Despite him falling second amongst the team's wideouts regarding targets, teammate Nick Westbrook-Ikhine saw seven more snaps (39) running behind wide receiver Jaylen Waddle as the WR2. Westbrook-Ikhine also did not gain any yards, nor did he see a target. While he's the more imposing red zone option, Washington should continue to see manufactured looks close to the line of scrimmage, and is a marginally more explosive athlete. He's a low-end flex asset for now.
Oct 10, 2025 12:01 PM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington could fill an expanded role during Sunday's Week 5 contest against the Carolina Panthers. Washington has the opportunity to emerge as one of Tua Tagovailoa's favorite targets downfield after deep threat Tyreek Hill (knee) was lost for the rest of the season. The 24-year-old has just eight catches for 47 yards so far this season, but he has been the No. 3 or 4 receiver in an offense that has faced plenty of struggles. Now, with Hill sidelined, Washington could be the No. 2 target alongside Jaylen Waddle. That's enough to warrant some fantasy consideration, especially in an offense that must continue throwing the football, given how often it plays from behind. That could be the case once again this week, as the Dolphins face the Panthers, who fifth-fewest fantasy points to receivers. Washington isn't startable quite yet, but savvy managers should consider stashing him on the bench for now.
Oct 5, 2025 9:30 AM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington is in a prime position for a breakout in the coming weeks since he'll likely be taking on a larger workload after the season-ending injury to Tyreek Hill (knee). The second-year receiver has already played 55% of snaps this season and has eight catches on 15 targets for 47 yards. He also has 60 rushing yards on eight carries and returned a punt for a touchdown. The dynamic receiver brings big-play potential on every touch, and more touches will raise his ceiling and his floor, even in the Dolphins' conservative offense. With more work coming his way, he has the potential to be a strong flex consideration at times for the rest of the season. However, this week, he's in an unfavorable matchup against the Panthers, who are very vulnerable to the run, which could limit his chances. He's only the WR46 this week in RotoBaller's rankings, but he has the potential to rise in better matchups with more opportunities moving forward. He's a strong stash candidate if he's available on waivers.
Oct 4, 2025 10:52 AM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington could be in line to step into the team's WR2 role alongside Jaylen Waddle after Miami lost Tyreek Hill (knee) to a season-ending knee injury in Week 4. Washington has been used in a gadget role so far this season, recording eight catches for 47 yards on 15 targets and eight carries for 60 yards through four games. He's a dynamic playmaker with the ball in his hands, as evidenced by his 74-yard punt return touchdown in Week 2 against the New England Patriots. With Hill sidelined, Miami head coach Mike McDaniel could place an even greater emphasis on manufacturing touches for Washington. He profiles as a low-end flex option in deep leagues heading into a Week 5 matchup against the Carolina Panthers.
Oct 3, 2025 10:42 AM EST
Although Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington caught only two of three targets for 13 yards in the 27-21 Week 4 win on Monday night over the New York Jets, he should have a much bigger role in the offense going forward after star wideout Tyreek Hill (knee) suffered a dislocated knee and torn ACL. In addition to his 13 receiving yards, Washington added eight yards on the ground on two carries, and he also had three kick returns for a total of 96 yards on special teams. The 24-year-old got the start on Monday night and played 28 of 58 offensive snaps (48%). In addition to Washington, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine should see an increased role going forward in Miami alongside new No. 1 wideout Jaylen Waddle. Washington has caught eight of his 15 targets for 47 yards in the first four games in 2025. He's worth a waiver-wire addition in deeper leagues for receiver depth, and he's currently rostered in only 4% of Yahoo leagues.
Sep 30, 2025 1:06 PM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington brings intriguing upside to Monday Night Football's divisional matchup against the Jets. The second-year receiver from Virginia returned a punt for a touchdown in Week 2 and played a larger role in Week 3. He's operating as the team's third receiver behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, and has played over 50% of snaps each week. Against the Bills in Week 3, he had a season-high three catches on five targets and also had 20 rushing yards on two carries. He has 34 receiving yards and 52 rushing yards to go with that punt return touchdown this year, and the Dolphins will continue to try to find ways to get the ball into his hands. They need an offensive spark with Tua Tagovailoa struggling, and incorporating Washington more could be a way to find some big plays on Monday night. He's a very high-risk start at this point as RotoBaller's WR73 this week, but he's also a player with breakout potential who is worth keeping an eye on with bye weeks just around the corner.
Sep 28, 2025 7:21 AM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington had three catches for 12 yards and a pair of rushes for 20 more yards. He played 54% of snaps in Week 3 and has played at least half of the team's offensive snaps each game. In addition to an electric punt return touchdown, Washington has totaled six catches for 34 yards and six carries for 52 yards. The Dolphins continue to come up with ways to get the ball into his hands, and he comes with plenty of big-play potential for an offense that desperately needs a jolt. He is definitely a name to watch as Jaylen Waddle (shoulder) continues to play through an injury and Tyreek Hill continues to be unhappy. If more playing time opens up or Tua Tagovailoa takes more shots down the field, Washington could be set up as a sleeper who blooms late in the season. In Week 4, he gets a favorable Monday Night Football matchup against the Jets.
Sep 23, 2025 4:04 PM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington saw several designed touches on Thursday night against the Buffalo Bills. Washington recorded three catches for 12 yards on five targets as a receiver and added two carries for 20 yards out of the backfield. The second-year wideout has been a consistent piece in Miami's offense through the team's first three games. For the season, he's logged six catches for 34 yards and rushed for 52 yards on six attempts. Washington's gadget role has not yet led to fantasy-relevant production. Still, he could be a name to monitor in deep leagues, particularly if Miami eventually trades away wide receiver Tyreek Hill.
Sep 19, 2025 10:29 AM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington had a huge punt return for a touchdown in Week 2 against the Patriots. Aside from that big play, the second-year receiver finished with only one catch for two yards on two targets and added three carries for 23 yards. However, his snap percentage ticked up from 58% in Week 1 to 61% in Week 2, while the rest of the periphery receivers all saw their snap shares decrease. Washington could be one of the key beneficiaries if Jaylen Waddle (shoulder, questionable) is limited or out on Thursday as well. The Dolphins really like Washington's playmaking ability, and they'll try to get the ball in his hands against the Bills on Thursday Night Football as they try to avoid a tough 0-3 start. Washington is only the WR91 in the RotoBaller rankings, so he's not anything more than a dart throw for DFS at this point, but he could work his way into a bigger role with more big plays like last week, especially if Waddle is limited or out.
Sep 17, 2025 6:24 PM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington had a highlight reel play in Week 2 against the Patriots, returning a punt for a 74-yard touchdown. The second-year receiver finished with only one catch for two yards on two targets and added three carries for 23 yards as well. In a positive sign for his future production, Washington's snap percentage increased from 58% in Week 1 to 61% in Week 2, while the rest of the periphery receivers all saw their snap counts drop. Washington is clearly the third receiver behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, and he could continue to work his way into a larger role in an offense searching for answers after a 0-2 start. One important factor to watch this week with Washington, though, is that he did show up on the injury report with a thumb injury and was listed as a limited participant on Monday's practice estimation. If he plays on Thursday against the Bills, he has dynamic upside as a playmaker, so keep an eye on his status this week.
Sep 15, 2025 10:07 PM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington (thumb) is dealing with a thumb injury and was listed as a limited participant on Monday's practice estimation. Washington apparently came down with a thumb injury in the 33-27 loss to the New England Patriots in Week 2 on Sunday, putting his status somewhat in question for Thursday's Week 3 game against the division-rival Buffalo Bills. The 24-year-old has been Miami's clear WR3 so far through two weeks in 2025 behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, although it hasn't amounted to much on the score sheet. The former sixth-rounder has three receptions on seven targets for 22 yards. He played 35 of 57 offensive snaps on Sunday and also had three carries for 23 yards. Washington will only become an interesting waiver-wire pickup in fantasy leagues if one of Hill or Waddle misses time with an injury.
Sep 15, 2025 6:38 PM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington flashed some intriguing upside throughout training camp and the preseason, but he and the rest of the team's offense stumbled in Indianapolis in Week 1 and will need to rebound in Week 2 against New England. Washington played 58% of the team's offensive snaps, behind only Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. He also had five targets, which was tied with Waddle for second on the team behind only Hill's six. However, Washington only converted two of those targets to catches and finished with 20 receiving yards. His usage is still encouraging enough to like his upside down the road, but his low output is mostly due to the team's inability to sustain drives or challenge the Colts down the field. Waddle (shoulder) dealt with an injury in that game and in practice this week, but he doesn't have an injury designation and should be good to go this week. Waddle's availability will keep Washington's role fairly limited. He's the WR89 in the RotoBaller rankings this week, meaning he's not worth starting and barely worth holding at this point, aside from deep leagues. The second-year receiver's role still has the potential to grow later in the year, but for now, he's not a fantasy option in this struggling offense.
Sep 12, 2025 10:38 PM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington is set to start the season as the team's third receiver behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. The second-year receiver could be in for a more involved role in 2025 after catching just 26 passes for 223 yards as a rookie. Washington was Miami's sixth-round pick out of Virginia and was able to work extensively with starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa this training camp and preseason, while Hill and Waddle dealt with injuries. Washington showed his playmaking ability in the return game last year, and offensive coordinator Frank Smith praised his growth and understanding of the offense over the offseason. He's only the WR102 in RotoBaller's Week 1 Rankings, so he shouldn't be starting in any format yet. However, he is definitely a player to keep an eye on and possibly stash from waiver wires since he brings a lot of upside if he secures a big role in Miami's offense.
Sep 6, 2025 9:50 AM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington "is WR No. 3" behind Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, according to Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald. A sixth-round pick out of Virginia in the 2024 draft, Washington recorded 26 catches for 223 yards in 14 games (three starts) for the Dolphins as a rookie. With Hill (oblique) currently sidelined by an oblique injury, Washington could be in line for a larger role than might otherwise be expected. However, Hill's availability for Week 1 is not currently thought to be in danger. If Hill is healthy, he and Waddle should dominate wide receiver targets in Miami. Washington would need one or both of the Dolphins' star receivers to miss time to factor in fantasy this season, but it's noteworthy that he appears to be the clear next man up in the pecking order.
Aug 10, 2025 3:02 PM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington caught four of five targets for 48 yards in the season-ending 32-20 loss to the New York Jets. The rookie took on a more significant role later in the season with the injury to Jaylen Waddle (knee) and the lack of depth Miami has at the receiver position. In the last four games, Washington saw more targets, receptions, and yards than he had in any stretch this season. Tyreek Hill will surely be parting ways with the organization in the offseason, and he could find himself in a more prominent role when the 2025 season starts. Time will only tell, but the rookie has shown a level of promise that he looks to build off of when the NFL season comes around in September.
Jan 6, 2025 12:22 PM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington will most certainly take a back seat in their Week 18 matchup. Jaylen Waddle (knee) was a full practice participant on Friday and looks more likely than not to play on Sunday. Miami will travel in Week 18 to take on the New York Jets, who rank ninth in total fantasy points allowed to wide receivers this year. That alone diminishes Washington's fantasy value tremendously. Tua Tagovailoa (hip) is also doubtful this week, which means Tyler Huntley would draw the start for the second straight game. With this being a must-win game for Miami, it's safe to assume he won't see a similar snap count he's had with Waddle sidelined. He is best left on the bench for anyone fighting for a fantasy championship.
Jan 4, 2025 7:22 PM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington hauled in four receptions for 41 yards on five targets in Sunday's 20-3 win over the Cleveland Browns. He also lost 11 yards in his only rushing attempt. With fellow receiver Jaylen Waddle (knee) out in Week 17, Washington moved up in the pecking order and made the most of his five targets. Those five targets were second on the team to Tyreek Hill's nine. Washington has been coming on of late, earning four-plus targets in three straight games. The rookie receiver out of Virginia is showing that he belongs in the NFL, and he will look to keep that going next Sunday when the Dolphins travel to New York to take on the Jets. Washington remains a WR4 for Week 18 but is making the most of his opportunities. Washington has shown flashes of what he can do in the NFL, and he is becoming a nice bench stash in dynasty leagues.
Dec 30, 2024 11:28 AM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington has seen an increased role with the departure of Odell Beckham Jr. and Jaylen Waddle (knee) being banged up. He produced his best performance in Week 15 with five receptions on six targets for 52 yards. This week, Miami travels to take on the Cleveland Browns, who have struggled to defend wide receivers. However, the weather conditions at kickoff will be less than ideal, with the forecast projecting a 50% chance of rain and 25+ mph wind gusts. With Waddle having a shot to play, Washington should remain on the bench in Week 17.
Dec 28, 2024 9:14 AM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington caught three of four targets for 28 yards in the 29-17, Week 16 win over the San Francisco 49ers. With Jaylen Waddle (knee) sidelined for this game, the rookie could not take advantage of more snaps. The Miami passing attack struggled somewhat and leaned more on the ground game. Waddle could miss more than just this game, making his status something to be monitored throughout this week. Washington will look to bounce back next Sunday when he and Miami hit the road to take on the Cleveland Browns in a game that will possibly be in freezing temperatures.
Dec 23, 2024 11:36 AM EST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington may have a chance to have a productive performance in Week 16. Jaylen Waddle (knee) is listed as doubtful, and Tyreek Hill (wrist/personal) is questionable. The rookie had his best performance of the season last week with five receptions on six targets for 52 yards against the Houston Texans. The matchup against the San Francisco 49ers defense will be a difficult one. Their defense is ranked second in fantasy points and second in yards allowed per game to opposing wide receivers. Washington has looked great in special teams and has done whatever is asked of him on the field. He should be viewed as an emergency flex option in Week 16.
Dec 21, 2024 10:12 AM EST
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