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Dolphins Week 4 Report Card: Defense Delivers, But Miami Finds Another Way to Lose

At some point, the Miami Dolphins have to run out of new ways to lose. The Dolphins already were expected to be one of the NFL’s worst teams, so catching a few breaks early in the season would have been nice.

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Chris Bell Finding His Groove as Dolphins Search for First Win

Chris Bell Finding His Groove as Dolphins Search for First Win Miami Dolphins rookie wide receiver Chris Bell believes he is beginning to find his footing in the NFL.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / October 6

Dolphins Birthday: Big-Play Receiver Jimmy Cefalo Turns 70

Though never a superstar, wide receiver Jimmy Cefalo could stretch the field for the Miami Dolphins. Born Oct. 6, 1956, Cefalo celebrates his 70th birthday today!

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 5

Buy Low/Sell High - Dolphin Player Stock

Following the Miami Dolphins’ gritty Week 4 clash against the Minnesota Vikings, the post-game narrative has quickly evolved into a classic tale of two units.

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The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL running backs of the Super Bowl Era (since 1966) to catch at least 20 touchdowns in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Running back receiving-leaders' quiz

The '2 rushing, 1 passing-TD games' quiz

The 'Most 1K-yard seasons by team' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Overreactions in Miami

Based on the Miami Dolphins ‘ 15-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings , which dropped Miami to 0-4 heading into their home game against the Cincinnati Bengals

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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.

Demeioun Robinson News / Athlon Sports / October 5

Chop Robinson Finally Breaks Out as Dolphins Pass Rush Comes Alive

Chop Robinson had his best game of the season despite the Miami Dolphins’ loss to the Minnesota Vikings. He registered two tackles in the 15-10 loss at U.S.

Miami Dolphins News / Viral Sports News / October 5

Miami Dolphins Terminate RB Contract Before Week 5

The Miami Dolphins waived running back Carlos Washington Jr. on Monday, closing a brief stay on the active roster that never produced a snap in a regular-season game, the team announced.

Jacob Rodriguez News / Dolphins Talk / October 5

Jacob Rodriguez Continues Stellar Start to NFL Career in Vikings Loss

Jacob Rodriguez Continues Stellar Start to NFL Career in Vikings Loss Although Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings ended in another loss, it marked the Miami Dolphins’ best defensive performance of the season so far.

Jeff Hafley News / A to Z Sports / October 5

‘Go talk to Sully’—Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley pulls no punches in his message during a tough start to the season

The Miami Dolphins have had a few close calls. But no breakthrough in the win column just yet. And head coach Jeff Hafley pulled no punches in his message to the team as this season moves ahead.

Carlos Washington Jr. News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5

Dolphins Waive RB Carlos Washington Jr.

The Miami Dolphins announced they have waived RB Carlos Washington Jr. Washington, 27, signed with the Falcons as an undrafted free agent out of Southeastern Louisiana following the 2023 draft.

Miami Dolphins News / TWSN / October 5

Only 3 NFL Teams Have Done This Since 2002. All 3 Were the Dolphins

The Miami Dolphins have somehow managed to make NFL history in a way no franchise would ever want to. According to Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press, only three NFL teams since 2002 have failed to score more than 13 points in each of their first four games.

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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 / Athlon Sports / October 5

Dolphins Snap Counts: Ollie Gordon Makes Big Splash in Achane’s Absence

The Miami Dolphins lost their fourth consecutive game to begin the 2026 season. This time, they fell to the Minnesota Vikings, 15-10, in a highly competitive contest.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 5

Four Winners And Four Losers From Week 4 Dolphins Loss

In their third road contest in four games, the Miami Dolphins had one of their best chances to win this season, but could not get the job done, falling to Minnesota 15-10.

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The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Most HRs by an MLB first baseman' quiz

The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 5

Breaking Down Five Key Plays in the Dolphins' Week 4 Loss

The Miami Dolphins entered at one point as 10.5-point underdogs against the Minnesota Vikings. This game reflected the opposite of that spread, with the Dolphins holding the Vikings out of the end zone with a resilient defensive performance.

Tyreek Hill News / Field Level Media / October 5

Agent: WR Tyreek Hill likely to sign this week

Wide receiver Tyreek Hill could sign with a team this week, his agent told ESPN on Monday. The free agent was released by the Miami Dolphins in the offseason and hasn't played since a season-ending knee injury in September 2025.

Tyreek Hill News / Larry Brown Sports / October 5

Tyreek Hill’s agent reveals timeline for potential signing

Former Kansas City Chiefs and Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill could land with a new team anytime in the near future. On Monday morning, Adam Schefter of ESPN revealed that Hill’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus, has provided a timeline for when Hill could sign, and it could be anytime in the next few days.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5

Drew Rosenhaus shares major Tyreek Hill update after Chiefs report

Hill hasn't played since he suffered a devastating knee injury while with the Miami Dolphins on Sept. 29, 2025.

Chiefs could be eyeing a reunion with former star Tyreek Hill

The 'NFL receiving leaders by season' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 5

Miami Dolphins 2026 Week 4 Snap Counts Stories: (Overly) Busy Day for the Defense

What stood out regarding play counts in the Miami Dolphins' 15-10 loss against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday: We'll start with the list of inactives, where the biggest news involved two players again being out with injuries — Caleb Douglas and Robert Beal Jr.