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Setting the Stage for the Dolphins-Jets Week 7 Matchup

The Miami Dolphins again will be looking for their first victory of the Jon-Eric Sullivan/Jeff Hafley era when they return from their bye to face the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on Sunday.

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Dolphins Predicted to Finally Take Lead in 2026 Against Struggling Jets

The Miami Dolphins have spent the first five games of the 2026 season chasing the game. On Sunday, they could finally get a chance to play from ahead. Miami is 0-5 and hasn’t held a lead in a single game this season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 23

The Jets Could Present Dolphins' Prime Chance to End 0-5 Nightmare

The Miami Dolphins finally have a game they can circle. After an ugly 0-5 start, Miami heads into Sunday’s matchup against the New York Jets with perhaps its best chance yet to get a win.

Caleb Douglas News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Dolphins Get Huge Offensive Boost as Rookie Caleb Douglas Returns vs. Jets

The Miami Dolphins are getting a much-needed boost to their struggling offense. Rookie receiver Caleb Douglas is expected to return Sunday against the New York Jets after missing the past three games with an ankle injury.

Caleb Williams News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz

The 'NFL QB playoff debut-winners' quiz

Jacob Rodriguez News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Rodriguez says cleaner football is Dolphins’ next step

The Dolphins’ message coming out of the bye is not built around a dramatic change. Jacob Rodriguez believes improvement starts with doing the existing work more consistently.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Miami Dolphins rookie reinforcements remain possible ahead of Jets matchup

The Dolphins could emerge from their bye week with more than rested players. Two rookies working back from injuries offer the possibility of reinforcements on both sides of the ball.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Miami Dolphins return from bye with fresh legs and unchanged expectations

Jeff Hafley had a concern when the Dolphins returned from their bye week. Time away can refresh a team, but it can also take the edge off its preparation.

Zach Sieler News / Lindy's Sports / October 23

Zach Sieler says he wants to stay in Miami past the deadline

Miami Dolphins’ veteran defensive lineman Zach Sieler has now said what he wants. He would like to stay. Asked about trade talk, Sieler told reporters he hadn’t been thinking about it, according to the South Florida Sun Sentinel via Yahoo Sports.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Dolphins-Jets rivalry returns as Miami finally opens division play

The wait for division football is finally over. For the Dolphins, the opponent needs little introduction. Miami travels to the Meadowlands on Sunday for its 122nd meeting with the New York Jets, opening its AFC East schedule in Week 7 after an early bye.

NFL News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 23

Division Clincher, 'Fail Mary' Highlight List of Best Dolphins Road Victories vs. the Jets in the 2000s

The Miami Dolphins' first road game against the New York Jets in the 2000s produced one of the wildest fourth-quarter comebacks in NFL history — or worst fourth-quarter collapses, depending on your viewpoint.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / October 23

Miami Dolphins’ Biggest Surprise of the 2026 NFL Season

Miami Dolphins’ Biggest Surprise of the 2026 NFL Season Overall, the Miami Dolphins’ offense has been a sputtering mess this season. Not only are the Dolphins 0-5, but they also rank at the bottom of the NFL in total points scored (70) and total offensive yards (1,401).

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / A to Z Sports / October 23

‘I’ve got to coach this better’—One of the Miami Dolphins’ top assistants refuses to pass the buck for early struggles

The Miami Dolphins have seen some growth. But in one phase in particular, not nearly enough. The Miami Dolphins are set to leap back into action this weekend against the New York Jets.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / October 23

60-Year Phiniversary: Dolphins Top Oilers for First-Ever Road Win

It took six games in 1966 for the Miami Dolphins to earn their first victory as an NFL franchise. One week after collecting their first win, the Dolphins collected another first — their first road win.