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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.

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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.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers 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

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

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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.

NFL News / Dolphins Talk / October 27

Dolphins’ Defense Makes Timely Plays In Jets Win

Dolphins’ Defense Makes Timely Plays In Jets Win The Miami Dolphins’ defense made several timely plays that helped the team preserve its first win of the season.

Jeff Hafley News / Athlon Sports / October 26

Jeff Hafley Gets First NFL Win and Emotional Homecoming After Dolphins Finally Break Through

For Jeff Hafley, the Miami Dolphins’ first win of the season meant more than finally getting a win in the column. It was his first NFL victory as head coach—and it came just 20 miles from where he grew up.

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 / Dolphins Talk / October 26

Caleb Douglas Delivers in Long-Awaited Return

Caleb Douglas Delivers in Long-Awaited Return A third-round rookie made the play of the game for the Miami Dolphins in their first win of the season. With

Jeff Hafley News / Athlon Sports / October 26

Miami Dolphins' First Win Gives Hafley's Young Team a Blueprint

Jeff Hafley’s first victory as Miami Dolphins head coach arrived with a locker-room shower, a family reunion and, more importantly, evidence that the identity he has preached can translate into winning football.

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 / Athlon Sports / October 26

Snap Counts and What They Mean: Miami Dolphins Lean Into Tight Ends and Rookies

Miami’s snap distribution against the Jets shows that the bye-week adjustment was structural, not merely a different collection of play calls. The Dolphins used heavier personnel, restored Douglas to a major role and continued entrusting rookies with full-time responsibilities.

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The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

The 'World Series managers' quiz

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

Miami Dolphins News / Stadium Rant / October 26

Miami Dolphins Vs. New York Jets Recap: Miami Finally Looks Alive

The Miami Dolphins vs. New York Jets recap starts with a simple truth: the Dolphins didn’t save their season in New Jersey, but they proved it still has a pulse.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 26

Stock Up, Stock Down After Miami Dolphins' 28-25 Win

Miami’s first win changed more than the standings. It strengthened the cases of several young players, clarified portions of the offensive hierarchy and exposed defensive issues that will shape preparation for New England.

Malik Willis News / Athlon Sports / October 26

Malik Willis Finally Looks Like the $67.5M QB Dolphins Bet

Malik Willis finally looked like the quarterback the Miami Dolphins paid for. After weeks of inconsistent play and costly turnovers, Willis delivered his best performance of the season in Miami’s 28-25 win over the New York Jets on Sunday.

Zach Sieler News / Athlon Sports / October 27

Zach Sieler’s Agent Fires Back at Dolphins Trade Rumors After First Win

The Miami Dolphins may have finally gotten their first win of the season, but trade rumors surrounding one of their defensive leaders aren’t going away.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 26

Top PFF Grades: Offensive 'Explosion' Bodes Well for Grades

Taking a look at the Pro Football Focus (PFF) grades after week 7 for the Miami Dolphins, the first win of the season helped the team increase its grades.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 26

Dolphins Finally Get First Win: The Biggest Winners and Losers From Week 7

The Miami Dolphins finally have a win — and they can thank Malik Willis, Caleb Douglas and a bruising ground game for getting them there. Miami defeated the New York Jets 28-25 on Sunday, snapping its five-game losing streak and avoiding a 0-6 start.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / October 26

Another bye week adjustment for the Miami Dolphins may have been hiding in the snap counts from Week 7 win over Jets

Did the Miami Dolphins change the pecking order of a position on defense during their Week 6 bye? The Miami Dolphins said several times that they used their Week 6 bye to zoom out and assess their efforts.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 26

Poup's Perspective: Why This First Dolphins Win Indeed Was a Very Big Deal

No, the Miami Dolphins are not suddenly going to make a playoff push because they got off the schneid and got their first victory of the 2026 season Sunday.

Miami Dolphins News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 26

Dolphins are a bad team, but this elite stat since De’Von Achane’s ACL injury will blow your mind

The Miami Dolphins were able to get their first win of the season in Week 7 against the New York Jets, and it was probably the best game they played so far.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / October 26

We’re less than 100 yards away from a Miami Dolphins single-season franchise record falling

We’re less than 100 yards away from a Miami Dolphins single-season franchise record falling. Now, more than ever, it seems like quarterbacks are being charged with carrying more of the offensive load for franchises.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 26

Miami Dolphins 2026 Week 7 Snap Counts Stories: Tight End Time, Rookie Revelations

What stood out regarding play counts in the Miami Dolphins' 28-25 victory against the New York Jets on Sunday: We'll start with the list of inactives, which was highlighted by veterans Jalen Tolbert and Wille Gay Jr., the latter being kept out after missing practice time this week because of illness.

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

Miami Dolphins News / TWSN / October 25

Miami Dolphins 3-Round 2027 NFL Mock Draft: Landing Steal at WR

Unfortunately for the Miami Dolphins, it’s pretty much a wrap on their season already. Miami has not won a game, which means it’s a good time for fans to look ahead to a 2027 NFL mock draft.

Kyle Louis News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 24

Dolphins Made Three Moves, Activated S Kyle Louis From IR

The Dolphins announced three roster moves on Saturday, activating S Kyle Louis from injured reserve. Miami also elevated K Zane Gonzalez and DE Max Llewellyn to the active roster Louis, 22, played four years at Pittsburgh after being a three-star recruit and the 130th-ranked athlete in the 2022 recruiting class out of East Orange, New Jersey.