Mike McDaniel explains why he is not yet naming a starting QB

Dec 11, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel reacts during the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel is engaging in some gamesmanship when it comes to the team’s starting quarterback for Week 4.

McDaniel is refusing to publicly name his starter for Monday’s game against the Tennessee Titans, partly because of competitive reasons. The choice is between Tyler Huntley and Skylar Thompson, though Thompson is still recovering from the rib injury he suffered in Week 3.

Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel tells reporters he has an idea who will start at QB Monday vs. Titans. But not willing to share yet in part because of competitive reasons.

Last week's starter, Skylar Thompson, expected to practice through rib injury today but not in full capacity.

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Thompson has a lot working against him, at least on the surface. In addition to the injury, he was very ineffective in Sunday’s loss to Seattle, taking five sacks and throwing for just 107 yards before getting knocked out of the game. Huntley signed with the team last week and is still getting to grips with the offense, but the momentum appears to be with him as the most likely starter.

The Dolphins are 1-2 and their offense has been stagnant since Tua Tagovailoa landed on injured reserve with a concussion. Huntley is probably the best shot they have at finding a spark somewhere.