Miami Dolphins: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Projected Dolphins and Jets Starting Lineups and Depth-Chart Changes

Miami’s projected lineup for Oct. 25 reflects a running game built around Ollie Gordon II and a defense relying heavily on young starters. New York counters with efficient quarterback play and a defense that has produced 17 sacks.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Miami Dolphins and New York Jets Roster-Moves Roundup

Miami and New York used the week to adjust the edges of their rosters, with both teams adding receiving depth and reshaping practice-squad options before their Oct.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Dolphins-Jets Injury Update: Bye Leaves Key Miami Questions Open

Miami’s Week 6 bye prevents the Dolphins from issuing a conventional Friday game-status report, so no player should be labeled officially out or questionable for the Oct.

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The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who have thrown the second-most touchdowns for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?

The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL QBs' quiz

The 'Rookie passing leader by team' quiz

The 'Last 3-TD playoff game by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Four Bold Predictions for Dolphins-Jets

Miami’s Oct. 25 visit to MetLife Stadium matches two limited offenses and two teams trying to define their seasons. The Jets are early 4.5-point favorites, but the Dolphins’ improving rushing attack creates room for several bold predictions.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Jeff Hafley News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Four Decisions I’d Love Miami Dolphins Head Coach Jeff Hafley to Make Against the Jets

The Miami Dolphins have used their bye week to evaluate a 0-5 start. When they return against the New York Jets, Jeff Hafley needs decisions that build on the few things working and reduce the mistakes that have repeatedly changed games.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 17

The Contract Status of Every Dolphins Defensive Player at the 2026 Bye

The Miami Dolphins have completely revamped their roster 2026, and the moves haven't stopped with the start of the regular season. With the team at their

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 17

Ranking the Dolphins Rookie Class at the Bye

As the great Albert Einstein supposedly once said, “Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.” And if you're trying to stay positive about the 0-5 Miami Dolphins, you'll have to do a whole lot of hoping, as their rookie-filled roster has offered promise for the future without much results in the present.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Dolphins balance rest and preparation during early bye

The Miami Dolphins have reached their bye week, but center Aaron Brewer does not want anyone confusing time away from games with permission to stop working.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Miami Dolphins turn bye week into organization-wide self-scout

The Miami Dolphins’ bye-week review will not stop with the players. Coach Jeff Hafley intends to examine the roster, the scheme and the staff’s own methods as Miami searches for answers after a 0-5 start.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / October 17

Sporting News Predicts Dolphins Will Draft Their Next Franchise Quarterback

Sporting News Predicts Dolphins Will Draft Their Next Franchise Quarterback Vinnie Iyer of Sporting News released his latest mock draft, and with the 3rd overall pick, he has the Dolphins selecting a quarterback.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Demeioun Robinson News / A to Z Sports / October 17

The answers the Miami Dolphins needed from pass rusher Chop Robinson are hiding in plain sight

Miami Dolphins pass rusher Chop Robinson came into the 2026 season facing a “prove it” year. How are things looking? The Miami Dolphins‘ list of questions on the defensive side of the ball leading up to the start of this season were extensive.

Troy Aikman News / A to Z Sports / October 17

A key figure in the Miami Dolphins’ reset is facing an uncertain future both with and without the franchise

The Miami Dolphins tabbed former NFL quarterback Troy Aikman to help steer their interview process this January. His future is in question in more ways than one.

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The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

The '35-TD, 10-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

Malik Willis News / Dolphins Talk / October 17

Should Dolphins Bench Malik Willis for Kyle McCord?

Should Dolphins Bench Malik Willis for Kyle McCord? The Miami Dolphins head into a bye week to get healthy, rest, and work on key fundamentals. It’s also a good time for head coach Jeff Hafley to evaluate his team.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Miami Dolphins seek confidence, consistency as mistakes pile up

The Miami Dolphins have spent much of the first five weeks saying they are close. Their bye-week challenge is to stop describing progress and start producing victories.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Miami Dolphins still searching for identity that produces victories

The Miami Dolphins believe they have established effort and toughness as foundational traits. What they do not yet have is a victory to prove those qualities can become a winning identity.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Dolphins insist locker room remains together despite 0-5 start

Five straight losses have put the Miami Dolphins in an uncomfortable place, but coach Jeff Hafley does not believe the team’s record has damaged the locker room.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Young Dolphins provided bright spots in 31-24 loss to Bengals

The Miami Dolphins’ young core supplied plenty of encouraging moments last Sunday, but its late push was not enough to overcome an 18-point deficit in a 31-24 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals at Hard Rock Stadium.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Three Takeaways: Miami Finds an Identity but Not a Finish

The Dolphins showed muscle on the ground and resilience on defense, but their avoidable errors shaped a 31-24 loss to Cincinnati. The most revealing part of Miami’s 31-24 loss to Cincinnati was not the final margin.

Miami Dolphins News / Field Level Media / October 16

Stephen Ross sells minority Dolphins stake at NFL-record valuation

Miami Dolphins principal owner Stephen Ross agreed to sell another minority stake in the team and its affiliated businesses, continuing a series of transactions dating to December 2024.

Miami Dolphins News / Yardbarker / October 14

Drew Rosenhaus shares Tyreek Hill update after verdict in civil trial

Hill's agent addressed the wide receivers continued attempts to return to the NFL.

Tyreek Hill verdict in civil trial raises more questions about NFL future

The 'NFL receiving leaders by season' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / Field Level Media / October 14

Jury returns mixed verdict in Tyreek Hill's battery case

Free agent wideout Tyreek Hill was found liable for two counts of battery in a mixed verdict at his civil trial in Miami. The jury awarded $500,000 in compensatory damages to his estranged wife, Lakeeta Vaccaro.

Tyreek Hill News / Yardbarker / October 14