Before the season began, there was a lot of hype surrounding wide receiver DeVante Parker. He appeared truly focused and dedicated for the first time since being drafted, and in training camp he looked like a new man, showing speed and explosiveness that he never had before.
But as the offense struggled under Jay Cutler and the weakened offensive line, Parker's overall effectiveness was lowered as well, and then he suffered an ankle injury against the Tennessee Titans, and was later seen leaving on crutches.
Parker then missed the following game against the Atlanta Falcons, and reports indicate that he still has not returned to practice as the Dolphins prepare to get revenge on the New York Jets for their humiliation several weeks ago.