Miami Dolphins activate Austin Jackson but is that a good thing?

DAVIE, FLORIDA - AUGUST 21: Austin Jackson #73 of the Miami Dolphins performs lineman drills during training camp at Baptist Health Training Facility at Nova Southern University on August 21, 2020 in Davie, Florida. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images)

The Miami Dolphins got some good news on Saturday as offensive tackle Austin Jackson has been cleared to return after a week on the COVID IR list. The lineman will be able to play on Sunday.

Jackson has not had a good offseason and his play in the exhibition season was not very encouraging but the Dolphins knew that Jackson would need time to develop. Having him available for the game on Sunday against the Patriots is important for that…