Dolphins OL Airlifted by Helicopter From Training Camp After Practice

He is in stable condition.
Miami Dolphins offensive lineman Bayron Matos speaks with media.
Miami Dolphins offensive lineman Bayron Matos speaks with media. / HAL HABIB / The Palm Beach Post / USA TODAY NETWORK
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Miami Dolphins offensive lineman Bayron Matos was airlifted by helicopter from the team's training camp on Wednesday following an unknown injury. The injury occurred at the end of practice.

The Dolphins stated that Matos is in stable condition but not much more is known about the situation. Matos is at a local hospital for further evaluation.

The team released a statement on Matos early on Thursday. He still remains at Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital as he stayed overnight for testing and evaluation. The Dolphins noted that Matos "has movement in all extremities and is in stable condition." The plan is for Matos to remain at the hospital for further observation.

Matos's exact injury has yet to be released.

Matos spent last season on the Dolphins practice squad after going undrafted in 2024.


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