Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey will have to wait a bit before making his debut with the team.
Ramsey injured his knee during Thursday’s practice and medical testing revealed a torn meniscus, NFL Media reports. The Pro Bowler will undergo surgery Friday, which will determine how much time he will miss.
Ramsey will miss at least 6-8 weeks and likely much longer.
Doctors will determine during surgery whether to trim the meniscus, a partial meniscectomy that has a shorter recovery time, or repair it with sutures.
Ramsey’s social media post indicates he expects to miss some time during the regular season: “That end of the season push gon be legendary!” he wrote. A full meniscus repair would keep Ramsey out until at least December, which is what the team anticipates, according to NFL Media.
Ramsey was carted off after injuring his left knee during a collision with receiver Tyreek Hill while breaking up a pass in an 11-on-11 drill.
The Dolphins traded for the three-time All-Pro in March to pair him with Xavien Howard and give the team one of the top cornerback duos in the league.
In seven seasons, Ramsey has 19 interceptions, seven forced fumbles and two sacks.