Miami Dolphins: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / August 22

One Miami Dolphins hopeful was handed the ultimate plot twist ahead of Saturday’s preseason contest

One Miami Dolphins hopeful’s game day just experienced the ultimate plot twist. The Miami Dolphins will kick off their second preseason contest of 2026 later this afternoon against the New York Giants.

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.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / August 22

Five Bubble Dolphins to Watch Tonight

Five Bubble Dolphins to Watch Tonight Miami’s second preseason game kicks off this afternoon against John Harbaugh’s New York Giants at Hard Rock Stadium, the first home game of the new campaign.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 22

Five Storylines To Watch For Dolphins in Second Preseason Game

The Miami Dolphins will play their second of three preseason games Saturday afternoon when they face the New York Giants at Hard Rock Stadium at 4 p.m.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / August 22

It Has Been 20 Years Since The Dolphins Made Their Biggest Mistake Ever

It Has Been 20 Years Since The Dolphins Made Their Biggest Mistake Ever The Miami Dolphins finished the 2005 season 9-7 with six straight victories to close out the season.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / August 22

Three numbers have emerged that may spell out exactly how different the Miami Dolphins’ new offense will be in 2026

The Miami Dolphins’ offense should look very different in 2026. But what elements can we already point to beyond the personnel? We’re all in the process of figuring out how exactly this Miami Dolphins offense is going to be different in 2026.

Tyreek Hill News / EssentiallySports / August 22

'I Am Not Ready Yet': Chiefs Receive Bad News on Tyreek Hill’s Potential Return Amid Injury Recovery

Hill’s injury was brutal enough to stop everything in an instant. In Week 4 against the Jets, he caught a pass near the sideline, went down with his left leg trapped underneath him, dislocated the knee, and tore multiple ligaments, including his ACL.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / August 21

The NFL may have just shown the Miami Dolphins their future—a fate they’d much rather avoid

The Miami Dolphins and New York Giants had a scrap-filled joint practice. Are they next to get a slap on the wrist from the league? The Miami Dolphins and New York Giants will play a preseason contest on Saturday afternoon.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / A to Z Sports / August 21

The latest NFL trade rumor feels like a perfect fit for the OLD Miami Dolphins—but not today’s version

The Miami Dolphins have plenty of history going big-game hunting. The latest big fish is a perfect chance to look away and keep on pushing. The Miami Dolphins have turned over a new leaf.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 21

What to Know About the New Dolphins Linebacker (And What His Addition Could Mean)

The Miami Dolphins made two more roster moves Friday, one clearly injury-related and the other possibly so as well. The team announced it had waived/injured guard James Ester and replaced him on the active roster by rookie linebacker Stephen Dix Jr.

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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.

Miami Dolphins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 21

Rosenhaus: Tyreek Hill Not Expected To Sign Before Week 1

Back in May, it was reported that veteran WR Tyreek Hill might not play in 2026 due to his recovery from a dislocated knee and multiple ligament tears in Week 4 last year.

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.

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

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / August 21

Jeff Hafley Praises Malik Willis, Chop Robinson and Dolphins’ Young Talent

Jeff Hafley Praises Malik Willis, Chop Robinson and Dolphins’ Young Talent Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley met with the media Thursday, the same

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

Dolphins, Giants are latest teams to brawl in joint practice

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

These brawls are starting to become a common occurrence in joint practices, and it is a problem the NFL is going to have to find a way to address.

Cowboys, Saints hit with heavy fines following joint practice brawls

Reporters sound alarms about Tua Tagovailoa after joint practice

Bills player had brutal trash talk for Shedeur Sanders

Packers slammed with more Josh Jacobs concerns ahead of Week 1

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Jeff Hafley News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 20

Dolphins’ Jeff Hafley sends warning to any so-called ‘tough’ guys who want to fight

With the Miami Dolphins coming off the preseason opener against the Washington Commanders, ending in a 20-7 loss last Friday, the team is building up to the regular season to start the Jeff Hafley era of the franchise.

Jonah Savaiinaea News / Athlon Sports / August 19

Dolphins’ Jonah Savaiinaea Placed on CBS Sports' Hot Seat After Brutal Rookie Season

To say Jonah Savaiinaea struggled during his first season with the Miami Dolphins would be an understatement. He was rated the worst guard in the NFL, according to Pro Football Focus.

Tua Tagovailoa News / Yardbarker / August 19

Tua Tagovailoa opens up about Dolphins exit, trying to resurrect career with Falcons

Tagovailoa dealt with setbacks related to concussions and other injuries throughout his Dolphins tenure.

NFL executives reportedly 'scoffing' at Falcons' Tua Tagovailoa, Michael Penix Jr. situation

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Chris Bell News / Pro Football Rumors / August 17

Dolphins Activate WR Chris Bell

Chris Bell went through his first NFL practice Monday. The Dolphins rookie wide receiver had been sidelined since suffering an ACL tear last November, but Miami has activated him from the active/NFI list.