The roster move clears a spot for the Dolphins to activate WR Odell Beckham Jr. or CB Cam Smith from the PUP list.

Wide receiver Odell Beckham had his 21-day practice window opened this week. He was a full participant all three days. The Dolphins list Beckham as questionable to play Sunday against the Patriots.

It's possible that Miami intends to quickly sign Boyle to the practice squad so he can be available as the emergency third quarterback against New England.

Thompson (ribs) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports. Thompson sat out Week 4 against the Titans after getting hurt ...