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Dolphins vs. Commanders recap: Preseason Week 1 immediate reactions
The Miami Dolphins visited the Washington Commanders on Friday, the first preseason game for both teams in 2026. Miami opened the game with some starters hitting the field, while others were in street clothes on the sideline – using the opportunity to get some players developmental reps while others were protected. The night opened with […]
Miami Dolphins @ Washington Commanders: Preseason Game 1 Live Thread & Game Information
The Miami Dolphins kick off their preseason tonight against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. Following joint practices earlier this week, both teams are eager to set the tone for their respective seasons. The Dolphins look to build momentum after a significant offseason overhaul of their coaching staff, front office, and roster, […]
How long should Dolphins starters play against Commanders tonight? You answered
The Miami Dolphins’ preseason starts tonight with a visit to the Washington Commanders. Head coach Jeff Hafley has indicated quarterback Malik Willis will play in the opening preseason contest, choosing to get the first team some developmental reps rather than letting the first team sit for this week. Is that the right choice? It is, […]
Dolphins vs. Commanders: 2026 Preseason Week 1 schedule, online streaming, odds
The 2026 preseason kicks off for the Miami Dolphins on Friday when they visit the Washington Commanders. The first preseason game is primarily about getting game-speed repetitions with live tackling rather than focusing on the game planning and end results. We will likely see plenty of developmental players who are fighting for positions on the […]
Miami Dolphins roster by jersey number, last name
The Miami Dolphins kick off their 2026 preseason schedule tonight when they visit the Washington Commanders. Under the NFL’s preseason manning rules, teams are allowed to have 90 players on their roster – and in the Dolphins’ case, they are allowed an extra player due to a roster exemption for rookie tight end and NFL […]
Miami Dolphins news: Malik Willis set to start Friday at Washington Commanders
The Miami Dolphins visit the Washington Commanders on Friday night to kick off the preseason for both teams. The three-game preseason always sparks debates about how much playing time starters should get, especially in the first game. Some teams sit the entire top of their depth chart. Some teams play select starters. And some teams […]
What You Are Looking For: Dolphins Vs. Commanders
Tomorrow evening we will get our first look at the “new look” Miami Dolphins when they face off against the Washington Commanders in their first of three preseason games. With that in mind I asked the following question last evening: What will you be looking for from our Miami Dolphins this coming Friday evening when […]
Malik Willis expected to start Dolphins preseason game Friday
We are just one day away from the Miami Dolphins taking the field for their first preseason game in 2026. The team has undergone many major changes — from hiring new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan who brought in Jeff Hafley as the team’s new head coach, to dumping former first-round quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in favor […]
Miami Dolphins news: Joint practice with Commanders recap and reactions
The Miami Dolphins joined the Washington Commanders in Ashburn, Virginia on Wednesday for a joint practice ahead of their 2026 preseason opening game on Friday. The practice gave both teams a chance to work out against someone other than themselves and was the first of two joint practices the Dolphins planned for this summer. They […]
Miami Dolphins Discussion: Washington Commanders, What You Are Looking For Edition
As the Miami Dolphins head to Ashburn, Virginia, for joint practices and a preseason matchup against the Washington Commanders, the focus shifts from internal competition to testing our revamped roster against an outside opponent. With significant questions surrounding both sides of the ball, we are all eager to see how the new secondary handles a […]
De’Von Achane makes NFL Top-100 debut
As the National Football League inches closer to the start of the regular season less than one month from now, the league’s official website continues to release their list of the top-100 players as voted on by the players themselves. One Dolphins’ player found out his ranking this morning — and it’s his first time […]
Zach Sieler out of Dolphins practice with injury
The Miami Dolphins will be playing their first preseason game against the Washington Commanders on Friday night. In anticipation of that contest, the two squads are conducting a joint practice against each other in Ashburn, Virginia on Wednesday. However, one of Miami’s most productive veterans is not on the field today — and we may […]
Miami Dolphins news: Depth chart released ahead of Washington Commanders preseason game
The Miami Dolphins released their first depth chart of 2026 on Tuesday as the team prepares for Friday’s preseason opening game against the Washington Commanders. The depth chart came with some surprises, highlighted a few ongoing position battles, and gave all of us a first “unofficial” look at how the team may stack up when […]
Miami Dolphins Discussion: If You Could Bring Just One Back Edition
A perennial debate among sports fans is whether legendary players from previous eras could successfully transition to the modern game. While this may be true for many sports, the NFL presents a unique challenge; today’s athletes are significantly larger, faster, and more physically refined than their predecessors. Into the 1970s, NFL players often worked off-season […]
Dolphins release depth chart as 2026 Preseason Week 1 begins
The Miami Dolphins have released their first “unofficial” depth chart of the year. The team is preparing for its trip to Washington, DC, where it will hold a joint practice with the Washington Commanders on Wednesday before facing the Commanders in Preseason Week 1 on Friday. The unofficial depth chart will feature plenty of changes […]
Miami Dolphins preseason opener 2026: How long should starters play at Washington Commanders?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Dolphins fans and fans across the country. The Miami Dolphins open their 2026 preseason schedule on Friday with a visit to the Washington Commanders. In the league’s era of just three preseason games, […]
Miami Dolphins news: Trade for offensive lineman continues roster turnover
The 2026 Miami Dolphins are a rebuild in progress, even as the team prepares for Friday’s preseason opening game against the Washington Commanders. Miami has transitioned from the veteran-heavy team of the Mike McDaniel era to a much younger team under new head coach Jeff Hafley, and they are constantly on the lookout for additional […]
Miami Dolphins Discussion: Best/Worst Unit Edition
Heading into the Miami Dolphins’ training camp, there were clear preconceptions about which position groups would be strengths or weaknesses. However, the early days of camp have already challenged those narratives as certain players begin to exceed or fall short of expectations. While wide receiver was initially viewed as a potential weak point for the […]
Dolphins and Patriots make intradivision trade involving offensive lineman
Earlier on Monday, it was reported that the New England Patriots were poised to cut ties with their third-round pick from the 2024 NFL Draft — offensive lineman, Caedan Wallace. Before that transaction could be finalized, the Miami Dolphins swooped in with an offer their division rivals could not refuse. According to Mike Reiss of […]
Dolphins GM praises rookie receiver Caleb Douglas
The Miami Dolphins selected a trio of wide receivers during the 2026 NFL Draft to replace the likes of Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle who departed South Florida this offseason. The first man selected was Caleb Douglas out of Texas Tech — a 6’3”, 206 lb pass catcher who some thought was taken a bit […]
Dolphins dealing with multiple injuries ahead of first preseason game
The Miami Dolphins took to the practice fields in Miami Gardens on Monday morning as they continue to work their way towards preseason action this Friday, but before they did, head coach Jeff Hafley met with the South Florida media. During his question and answer time, Hafley updated the injury statuses of multiple Dolphins players. […]
Miami Dolphins Discussion: Offensive MVP Edition
Following our discussion last night regarding the Miami Dolphins’ potential defensive MVP, we now turn our attention to the offensive side of the ball. Aside from the running backs room, the skill positions look significantly different this season. De’Von Achane remains the clear leader in the backfield, with a continued role in the passing game, […]
Miami Dolphins Discussion: Defensive MVP Edition
After over five decades of following the Miami Dolphins, I’ve never witnessed a full-scale reset to the team like the one we’re seeing this year. With a full overhaul to the coaching staff, front office, and roster, there is significant uncertainty regarding how the team will look on both sides of the ball. While De’Von […]
Dolphins fans believe in direction of team
During the 2025 NFL season, Miami Dolphins fans had little hope for the team. In our weekly poll asking for fan confidence in the direction of the team, Dolphins fans averaged a 26 percent positive rating. The high-mark of the year came in Week 15, when 65 percent of the responses indicated a positive reaction […]
Phinsider Victory Of The Week Open Thread & Discussion Vol. 686
It’s Friday, which means it’s time for our Victory of the Week (VOTW) post! This evening’s conversation prompt is straightforward: What was your victory this week? Did something remarkable happen? Is there a small achievement worth celebrating? This could relate to the Miami Dolphins, your professional life, or your personal life. We all experience victories, […]
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