Jaylen Waddle injury update: Dolphins WR returns to 'SNF' after back issue

This story has been updated to reflect Jaylen Waddle re-entered the game

Miami Dolphins and former Alabama football wide receiver Jaylen Waddle exited Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles with a back injury in the first half but returned late in the third quarter.

NBC's "Sunday Night Football" broadcast showed Waddle yelling in pain as he walked gingerly to the locker room. It also reported that Miami placed an electric heating pad on his back during portions of the game to help with his pain.

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Waddle is one of 12 former Alabama players active for Sunday's game. Before exiting, the former sixth overall pick in 2021 had two receptions for 24 yards from quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, his Crimson Tide teammate.

Here's everything you need to know about Waddle's injury:

Jaylen Waddle injury update

Waddle left Miami's game against Philadelphia on Sunday night with a back injury, according to the Dolphins. NBC's "SNF" broadcast showed Waddle walking gingerly to the locker room and yelling in pain.

Waddle later returned to the game with just seconds remaining in the third quarter.

What is Jaylen Waddle's injury?

Waddle exited Sunday's game with a back injury. He has since returned to the game.

This section will be updated.

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