If Chop Robinson can't go vs. 49ers, where do Miami Dolphins turn?

The Miami Dolphins are in a difficult situation if their linebacker Chop Robinson cannot play against the San Francisco 49ers on September 20. Robinson has been listed as limited in practice and would need to make it through the NFL's five-step concussion protocol to return. Robinson, a third-year player, is crucial for the Dolphins' potential decision on his fifth-year option.

He made an attempt to improve his performance by adding 11 pounds in the past season. However, he only managed four sacks, which is a decline from his previous season when he had five and was an All-Rookie Team member. Pro Football Focus did not see improvement, rating Robinson as a 0 in pass rushing during the game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

If Robinson is unable to play, coach Jeff Hafley might rely on linebackers Jordyn Brooks and Uche to create more pressure on 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy, who had an impressive season with a 73.5% completion rate and 105.6 passer rating. If Robinson is out, the Dolphins will look to their edge rushers Robert Beal Jr., Malik Herring, Clelin Ferrell, Josh Uche, Robert Beal Jr., and Malik Herring, but their sack record is far from impressive.