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Dolphins Get Much-Needed Boost as Rookie Playmaker Returns to Practice

The Miami Dolphins could be getting a much-needed boost to their struggling offense. After missing the last three games with an ankle injury suffered in Week 2 against the San Francisco 49ers, rookie wide receiver Caleb Douglas returned to practice Wednesday.

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Dolphins Finally Get a Winnable Game, Now They Have to Actually Win It

The Miami Dolphins have been battered over the first five weeks. Now they finally get a chance to hit back. At 0-5, Miami will face its first AFC East opponent of the season Sunday, traveling to New Jersey to take on the New York Jets.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 21

There's Good News on the Injury Front for the Dolphins ... With a Big But

There was some good news from the Miami Dolphins' first injury report off their bye involving rookie draft picks Caleb Douglas and Kyle Louis, but it did come with a caveat.

Malik Willis News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Dolphins Finally Reveal What Kept Malik Willis From Throwing

A week after Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis wasn’t seen throwing during the team’s bye-week practice, the mystery surrounding his absence has finally been cleared up.

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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

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Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Miami Dolphins Stock Report: Rest Helps, but Proof Must Come Sunday

Miami’s overall stock remains down at 0-5, but the Dolphins enter Jets week with a healthier roster, a productive running game and two weeks to correct the mistakes that defined their first five losses.

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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.

Tyus Bowser News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21

Eagles Host DE Tyus Bowser For Workout

According to Adam Caplan, the Eagles hosted veteran DE Tyus Bowser for a workout on Wednesday. Bowser didn’t play last season and was last with the Dolphins in 2024 and has been exploring a return to the NFL with multiple workouts.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Miami Dolphins’ Reset Brings Injury Progress and Another Round of Roster Changes

Miami returned to work this week still searching for its first victory, with injury updates, a changing roster and an opportunity to turn self-evaluation into something useful Sunday against the New York Jets.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 21

Four Suggestions for the Dolphins Coming Out of the Bye

The Miami Dolphins are back from their bye, with their next matchup against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on Sunday. The Dolphins still are looking for their first victory of the season, but the big-picture reality is they're simply looking for improvement, period — regardless of results.

Jamaree Salyer News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21

Titans Hosted OL Jamaree Salyer For Visit

Per the NFL transaction wire, the Titans hosted veteran OL Jamaree Salyer for a visit on Tuesday. The former Chargers starter was recently cleared to play and has been exploring his options.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / October 21

Will the Miami Dolphins Get Their First Win vs. the Jets?

Will the Miami Dolphins Get Their First Win vs. the Jets? The Miami Dolphins have had an extra week to think about everything that has gone wrong during their disastrous start to the 2026 NFL season.

Brian Thomas News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Miami Dolphins: Brian Thomas Jr. Presents a Potential Opportunity, Not a Confirmed Dolphins Target

A receiver who once looked like a franchise cornerstone is suddenly playing a much smaller part in Jacksonville’s offense. That makes Brian Thomas Jr. a name worth watching in Miami, but not a player the Dolphins can assume is available.

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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 21

Miami Dolphins Post-Bye Test - Keep Flags Off the Field

The Dolphins do not need another reminder that rebuilding takes time. They need fewer reminders from the officials. Miami returns from its bye Sunday against the New York Jets carrying a 0-5 record and a penalty ledger that offers a concrete place to start improving.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Miami Dolphins Injury Update: Douglas and Savaiinaea Return on a Limited Basis

The Miami Dolphins began Jets week with encouraging movement from two injured offensive players. Rookie receiver Caleb Douglas and right guard Jonah Savaiinaea were limited participants in Monday’s informal practice, giving both a chance to increase their work when Miami opens its first official practice Wednesday.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

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The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 20

PFF Check-In: Miami’s Best Season Grades Reveal the Path Forward

The Miami Dolphins did not play during their Week 6 bye, so there are no new weekly Pro Football Focus grades to analyze. The more useful Tuesday exercise is examining the available season marks and identifying which performances should influence the game plan against the New York Jets.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Why the Miami Dolphins Are 4.5-Point Underdogs Against the New York Jets

The Miami Dolphins enter Sunday’s game at the New York Jets as 4.5-point underdogs, a line that reflects New York’s defensive advantage and Miami’s winless record more than confidence in either offense.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Dolphins Remain at the Bottom of Week 7 Power Rankings

The Miami Dolphins did not lose during their Week 6 bye, but they did not gain much ground in the national power rankings, either. Miami enters Week 7 at 0-5 and remains either 31st or 32nd in the major lists released Monday and Tuesday.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Miami’s search for its first victory brought changes Tuesday, starting with the kicking game.

Special teams have been a thorn and a worry and a problem for the Miami Dolphins this season. So changes have been made. The Dolphins released Riley Patterson and signed Zane Gonzalez to the practice squad as they emerged from their bye week at 0-5 and prepared for Sunday’s road game against the New York Jets.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Dolphins Make Flurry of Roster Moves Ahead of Crucial Jets Clash

The Miami Dolphins wasted no time making changes after their bye week. With their Week 7 matchup against the New York Jets approaching, Miami made a flurry of roster moves Tuesday, releasing kicker Riley Patterson, signing Zane Gonzalez to the practice squad, waiving edge rusher Andre Jones Jr., and promoting Rodney McGraw to the active roster.

Miami Dolphins News / Pro Football Rumors / October 20

Dolphins To Cut CB Storm Duck, K Riley Patterson

Storm Duck began the season on the reserve/PUP list. The third-year cornerback had his practice window opened three weeks ago, but he will not resume his time with the Dolphins.

Miami Dolphins News / Pro Football Rumors / October 20

Dolphins To Sign K Zane Gonzalez; Team Hosted Justin Tucker

Riley Patterson’s time in Miami may be coming to an end shortly. The Dolphins are lining up a kicker addition, and it comes in the form of a reunion. Zane Gonzalez is being signed to the team’s practice squad, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports.

Jeff Hafley News / A to Z Sports / October 19

Jeff Hafley just confirmed that help is on the way for the Miami Dolphins

There will be several Miami Dolphins back on the practice field this week after the team’s Week 6 bye. You want to know how it was a productive bye week for the Miami Dolphins?

Miami Dolphins News / Stadium Rant / October 17

A Vital Miami Dolphins Bye Week: 0–5 Absolutely Isn’t Acceptable

The Miami Dolphins bye week is here, and at 0–5, the reset is about progress, not excuses. Rebuilds are not measured only in wins; they are measured in progress.