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For Miami Dolphin Rookie Michael Taaffe, a keepsake and a lesson in confidence

Rookie Miami Dolphins safety Michael Taaffe is collecting the footballs. He just doesn’t have a mantel to display them on yet. For the Miami Dolphins rookie safety, keeping the balls from his first two NFL interceptions is about more than collecting souvenirs.

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Miami Dolphin Tight End Greg Dulcich puts winning first as confidence grows in Dolphins' offense

Fifth-year NFL veteran Greg Dulcich had a quick answer when a reporter asked whether he wished he had gained one more yard for a personal best on a day he described in his postgame interview as a career high.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Miami Dolphins Power-Rankings Roundup: One Win Changes the View, Not the Verdict

Moving on up, maybe not to the East Side but the Miami Dolphins finally gave the national rankers a reason to move them up. However, the climb comes with a low ceiling.

Kenneth Grant News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Miami Dolphins' Kenneth Grant sees Dolphins’ identity taking shape in the trenches

Kenneth Grant saw signs of progress in his second game back after starting the season on Injured Reserve due to a toe injury. He also saw plenty that still needs work.

Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to post the fewest passing yards (while playing at least 90 percent of the offensive snaps) in a win for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Multiple 4K passing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / October 28

‘I’d be shocked’—NFL agent seems to believe the trade chatter around one Miami Dolphins player is nothing but fan fiction

The Miami Dolphins are destined to be the subject of trade deadline speculation. But one NFL agent thinks the latest buzz is a whole bunch of nothing. With the Miami Dolphins sitting at 1-5, they are inevitably going to be apart of some speculation around the 2026 NFL trade deadline.

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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.

Caleb Douglas News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Miami Dolphins' Caleb Douglas makes his return count with two touchdowns against New York Jets

The Miami Dolphins had glimpses early on but an injury sidelined his talent. Wide receiver Caleb Douglas had spent three games waiting to get back on the field due to an ankle injury suffered in Week 2 against San Francisco.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 27

What to Know About the Latest Wave of Dolphins Tryout Players

The Miami Dolphins' 53-man roster remains a work in progress, as GM Jon-Eric Sullivan has indicated on multiple occasions since the spring, so it was only natural to have more player tryouts Tuesday.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 27

Dolphins’ PFF Grades: Who Balled Out And Who Bombed In First Win

The Miami Dolphins finally gave their fans something to celebrate — and Pro Football Focus rewarded them for it. After their 28-25 win over the New York Jets on Sunday, several Dolphins players earned strong PFF grades.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 27

Dolphins’ 4 Best Chances to Stack Wins After Finally Ending Nightmare Start

After a 0-5 start that had many wondering if the Miami Dolphins could make history for all the wrong reasons, they finally got off the schneid Sunday against the New York Jets.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / October 27

Four Downs: The Dolphins Ground the Jets. Miami Wins Their First Game of the Season

Four Downs: The Dolphins Ground the Jets. Miami Wins Their First Game of the Season The Miami Dolphins beat the Jets Sunday, earning their first win of the 2026 season.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 27

Dolphins Finally Escape NFL Power Rankings Basement After First Win

After five straight weeks of misery, the Miami Dolphins finally have something to celebrate: They’re moving up. Miami’s 28-25 victory over the New York Jets on Sunday lifted the Dolphins out of the NFL’s basement in several national power rankings.

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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.

Miami Dolphins News / EssentiallySports / October 27

Dolphins Legend Dan Marino Angrily Refuses to Sign Autograph for Fan Seemingly Trying to Profit Off Them

Dan Marino has never been known for making every interaction with fans warm, and a recent autograph video has put the Miami Dolphins legend back in the spotlight.

Quenton Nelson News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 27

Examining the Impact of the Nelson Trade on the Dolphins

The NFL trade deadline is now two weeks away, but there was a significant trade Tuesday. The immediate impact for the Miami Dolphins of the Indianapolis

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The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

The 'World Series managers' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / October 27

Dolphins Find Their Future QB in Latest PFSN Mock Draft

Dolphins Find Their Future QB in Latest PFSN Mock Draft PFSN released its latest mock draft, and with the 2nd overall pick, the Dolphins are going with a quarterback at the Top of Round 1.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / October 27

The Miami Dolphins just caught an unexpected break in their brutal 2026 schedule—and it could get even better

The future schedule for the Miami Dolphins suddenly looks a bit different thanks to a blockbuster deal. The Miami Dolphins are facing a surreal gauntlet of teams in 2026.

Kadyn Proctor News / A to Z Sports / October 27

‘I’m nowhere near where I need to be’—one of the Miami Dolphins’ best young talents keeps proving them right for drafting him

The 2026 season has offered a strong start for several young Miami Dolphins. But one of the most important ones is only focused on where he needs to get better.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 27

What the Week 7 Film Told Us About the Miami Dolphins

The Miami Dolphins tallied their first win of 2026 against the New York Jets, and the All-22 film shows both triumph and room for improvement. Here’s a look at the key developments from this game along with breakdowns of some of the biggest plays.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 27

Mike Vrabel 'proud' of Malik Willis ahead of Patriots-Dolphins game

Long before Vrabel began serving as the head coach of the Patriots, he was the Tennessee Titans' head coach when that organization grabbed Willis in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft.

Why Patriots' Mike Vrabel isn't worried about A.J. Brown after shaky outings

The 'Super Bowl losing coaches' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 27

Dolphins Week 7 Report Card: A Big Step Forward

Whether you wanted them to or not, the Miami Dolphins have finally put one in the win column, beating the New York Jets 28-25 at MetLife Stadium on Sunday.

Caleb Douglas News / TWSN / October 27

Caleb Douglas Is the Upside Waiver Add Your Bench Needs

In his return, Caleb Douglas gave fantasy managers what they needed to see to feel confident that he is worth being a viable option going forward. Against the New York Jets, he scored twice, and his ability to turn limited opportunities into success makes him an appealing waiver wire addition.

Malik Willis News / Dolphins Talk / October 27

Malik Willis Delivers Best Game as a Dolphin

Malik Willis Delivers Best Game as a Dolphin Any Miami Dolphins fans who were worried about this team going winless can now breathe a sigh of relief. The

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / October 26

REPORT: Dolphins Expected to Be Sellers at NFL Trade Deadline

REPORT: Dolphins Expected to Be Sellers at NFL Trade Deadline The Miami Dolphins finally picked up their first victory of the 2026 season on Sunday against the New York Jets, but don’t expect that win to change the organization’s approach as the NFL trade deadline approaches.

Caleb Douglas News / TWSN / October 25

Caleb Douglas Is the Miami Dolphins’ Next Superstar Wide Receiver

The Miami Dolphins may have found their next star at wide receiver. Caleb Douglas returned from an ankle injury Sunday and immediately changed the game, catching two passes for 70 yards and two touchdowns in Miami’s 28-25 win over the New York Jets.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 25

Jets' Aaron Glenn era may have hit rock bottom with loss to Dolphins

The Aaron Glenn era for the New York Jets was already off to a bad start with just five wins in his first 23 games. It somehow managed to get worse on Sunday with what might have been their worst-showing yet in a 28-25 loss to the previously winless Miami Dolphins.

Malik Willis guides Dolphins past Jets for long-sought first win

The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

Demeioun Robinson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 25

Dolphins DE Chop Robinson Drawing Interest Ahead Of Deadline

Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter report that Dolphins DE Chop Robinson will likely draw interest as the trade deadline approaches. However, the duo adds that the Dolphins view Robinson as part of their future rather than a trade piece, but will still answer calls at the deadline.