Miami Dolphins arrive in London, but without Randy Starks, Chris McCain

The Dolphins arrived here early Friday morning after a trans-Atlantic flight, but without two key defensive players.

Defensive tackle Randy Starks (back) and linebacker Chris McCain (personal) were left back stateside. Starks, who has appeared in 111 straight games, will not play Sunday when the Dolphins face the Oakland Raiders in Wembley Stadium.

That means Jared Odrick and Earl Mitchell will start, and presumably means more snaps for Anthony Johnson and Derrick Shelby.

Mike Pouncey (hip) did practice, but is not expected to start.

The Dolphins held a light session at Allianz Park, home of the Saracens rugby team, a few hours after landing.

This story was originally published September 26, 2014 at 9:11 AM with the headline "Miami Dolphins arrive in London, but without Randy Starks, Chris McCain."