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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.

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.

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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.

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 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.

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

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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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 5

Tyreek Hill’s agent Drew Rosenhaus teases reunion could be imminent, but there’s a catch

The Kansas City Chiefs dealt with several injuries to their wide receiver room in Week 4 against the Las Vegas Raiders, and they may need to go find some help.

Tyreek Hill News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5

Tyreek Hill’s Agent Plans To Start Negotiating With Multiple Teams Today, Including Chiefs

Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, free agent WR Tyreek Hill‘s agent Drew Rosenhaus plans to begin negotiating with multiple teams on Monday, including the Chiefs, who have remained in contact with their former receiver.

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Tyreek Hill News / Pro Football Rumors / October 5

WR Tyreek Hill To Begin Negotiations For 2026 Deal

Tyreek Hill has been unsigned for the first four weeks of the 2026 season. His next contract could be in place shortly, however. Per Hill’s agent Drew Rosenhaus (h/t ESPN’s Adam Schefter), talks on a new deal are set to begin today.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / October 5

The Miami Dolphins may be catching a break after not getting a single one on Sunday against the Vikings

The Miami Dolphins didn’t get a single break once the game kicked off against the Vikings in Week 4. They may already be getting one (or two) for Week 5.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 5

Four Miami Dolphins whose stock is down after Week 4 loss to the Minnesota Vikings

Whose stock is down? A look at the players trending down after the Miami Dolphins’ Week 4 defeat to the Minnesota Vikings. The Miami Dolphins keep on scrapping and clawing.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / October 5

NEW CBS Mock Draft Has Dolphins Passing on QB at No. 1

NEW CBS Mock Draft Has Dolphins Passing on QB at No. 1 CBS Sports Draft Guru Ryan Wilson released his latest mock draft today, with the Dolphins selecting #1 overall and not taking a quarterback.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 5

Four Miami Dolphins whose stock is up after Week 4 loss to the Minnesota Vikings

Whose stock is up? A look at the players trending up after the Miami Dolphins’ Week 4 defeat to the Minnesota Vikings. The Miami Dolphins lost another close call on Sunday in Minneapolis.

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.

Jeff Hafley News / Dolphins Talk / October 5

Jeff Hafley Sees Dolphins’ Growth Despite Vikings Loss

Jeff Hafley Sees Dolphins’ Growth Despite Vikings Loss The Miami Dolphins are still searching for their first win of the 2026 season, but head coach Jeff Hafley believes his young team is heading in the right direction.