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Dolphins 2026 53-Man Roster Projection 4.0: How Things Stand One Week Before Cuts

The Miami Dolphins are now a week away from having to slash their roster to the NFL-mandated limit of 53 players, with three days of practice and the preseason finale against the Atlanta Falcons representing the remaining opportunities to make a final case.

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Miami Dolphins Get a Major Wake-Up Call in Ugly Preseason Loss

Miami Dolphins Get a Major Wake-Up Call in Ugly Preseason Loss We’re in for a long season as Dolphins fans, and Saturday’s game against the New York Giants made that clear.

NFL News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 23

Report Card: Grades from Dolphins' Forgettable Day Against the New York Giants

If the preseason opener for the Miami Dolphins was one step forward, this week was a sobering reminder of what it can be like to take two steps back. During both the joint practice session and the game Saturday against the New York Giants, it was clear what team is on the cusp of making a run out of their rebuild and into the postseason.

Miami Dolphins News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 23

Dolphins’ Jeff Hafley left in awe of linebacker who became preseason star after signing

With the Miami Dolphins’ preseason continuing in preparation for the Week 1 regular-season opener on Sept. 13 against the Las Vegas Raiders, the team is coming off a 26-3 exhibition loss on Saturday.

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The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rack up at least 4,000 passing yards and toss at least 30 touchdowns in the same season can you name in six minutes?

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Jeff Hafley News / Dolphins Talk / August 23

Trey Moore Injury Update: Dolphins LB Expected to Miss Time

Trey Moore Injury Update: Dolphins LB Expected to Miss Time The Miami Dolphins received some unfortunate injury news following Saturday’s preseason loss to the New York Giants, as rookie linebacker Trey Moore is expected to miss time with an ankle injury.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Quinn Ewers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 23

Quinn Ewers gets ‘hopeful’ injury update after Dolphins’ preseason debacle vs. Giants

On Saturday, the Miami Dolphins continued their preseason slate with an ugly 26-3 loss to the New York Giants at home. The quarterback duties in this

Michael Irvin News / EssentiallySports / August 23

Michael Irvin Defends Dolphins’ Rebuild After Jimmy Johnson Blasts Miami’s Playoff Win Drought

The Miami Dolphins went through a full-blown rebuild this offseason, changing almost everything from their general manager and head coach to their quarterback.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 23

Dolphins Snap Count Observations for Giants Game: Rookies Get a Taste

Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley was satisfied with the work his front-line players got in the joint practice against the New York Giants, but he still wanted his rookies to experience the feel of a game.

Caleb Johnson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 23

Texans Signing LB Caleb Johnson

According to Aaron Wilson, the Texans are set to sign LB Caleb Johnson to the roster following a successful workout. Johnson, 28, signed with the Bears as an undrafted free agent out of Houston Baptist following the 2021 NFL Draft.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / August 23

Miami Dolphins Need a Veteran Quarterback

Miami Dolphins Need a Veteran Quarterback It’s pretty clear through the first two preseason games that the Miami Dolphins are in desperate need of a veteran quarterback.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / August 23

The Dolphins Are Showing Physicality

The Dolphins Are Showing Physicality When was the last time the Miami Dolphins were labeled for their physicality? The 1972 “No-Name Defense” under Don Shula?

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Jeff Hafley News / A to Z Sports / August 23

‘Never happened to me in my life’—Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley’s eye-opening revelation about his team’s preseason loss to the New York Giants

The Miami Dolphins’ preseason loss to the New York Giants offered a first for head coach Jeff Hafley. If you didn’t watch the Miami Dolphins‘ preseason home opener on Saturday afternoon against the New York Giants, I have good news for you.

NFL News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 22

Four Winners And Four Losers in the Miami Dolphins Preseason Loss Against the New York Giants

Now that the second game of the preseason is in the books for the Miami Dolphins, it's time to look at those who left a decent impression and those who are running out of time to prove that they belong here.

Miami Dolphins News / Viral Sports News / August 23

Miami Dolphins Terminate Contract of 6-Year NFL Veteran

The Miami Dolphins announced Saturday that they have released veteran cornerback Nick McCloud, ending a short-lived stay with the team just hours before their preseason loss to the New York Giants.

Tyreek Hill News / TWSN / August 22

Why Tyreek Hill Still Doesn't Have a Team

NFL training camps have begun, and rosters are coming together throughout the league; however, one of the league’s best wide receivers of his generation

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 22

Five Instant Overreactions from Dolphins-Giants Preseason Game

The Miami Dolphins rested their starters in their preseason outing against the New York Giants on Saturday afternoon. Here are some immediate reactions to the 26-3 drubbing that ensued.

Trey Moore News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 22

How Trey Moore's Injury Could Impact the Dolphins Plans

Trey Moore began to establish himself as an impact player on this young Miami Dolphins defense. He was listed as a first-stringer on the depth chart , which shows he was having strong outings at practice.

Miami Dolphins News / EssentiallySports / August 22

'He Did Not Appreciate It': Former Dolphins Star Reveals the Wild Reason Nick Saban 'Ran Off' During Rookie Day

Nick Saban has built a reputation as one of the most disciplined, no-nonsense figures in football, a coach who commanded respect from LSU to Alabama and, briefly, in Miami.

Caleb Johnson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 22

Texans Worked Out LB Caleb Johnson

Per Aaron Wilson, the Texans worked out veteran LB Caleb Johnson on Saturday. Johnson, 28, signed with the Bears as an undrafted free agent out of Houston Baptist following the 2021 NFL Draft.

Nick McCloud News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 22

Dolphins Released CB Nick McCloud

The Dolphins announced on Saturday that they released CB Nick McCloud. McCloud, 28, originally signed with the Bills as an undrafted free agent out of Notre Dame in 2021.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / August 21

Dolphins’ Glaring Roster Holes Exposed in Brutal ESPN Rankings

The Miami Dolphins will enter the 2026 season with questions at several positions. ESPN’s annual position-by-position rankings of all 32 teams, covering 10 key offensive and defensive units, reflect many of those concerns.

Tyreek Hill News / Pro Football Rumors / August 21

Tyreek Hill Unlikely To Sign By Week 1

Tyreek Hill‘s NFL future remains unclear as he recovers from a massive leg injury. A free agent spell which began in February is likely to continue through the start of the season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

Drew Rosenhaus shares massive Tyreek Hill update amid injury recovery

A July report indicated that NFL teams weren't all that interested in taking a flier on former Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill amid Hill's ongoing recovery from the gruesome knee injury he suffered on Sept.

Three RBs who will have to carry their offense in 2026 season

NFL must address the real problem after Dolphins, Giants become latest teams to brawl in joint practice