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Report details 2024 headaches for Dolphins and Mike McDaniel and offers insight into how Miami delivered on the coach’s offseason promise

The Miami Dolphins are betting big on "chemistry" in 2025. There's little question that Miami is overhauled and, potentially, better, at a number of spots up and down the roster.

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Dolphins never wanted to trade Tyreek Hill

A Tyreek Hill trade seemed like a distinct possibility in January when the star wide receiver indicated that he wanted out of Miami. However, Hill never submitted a formal trade request to the Dolphins and the two sides quickly smoothed things over.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 15

Cornerback, wide receiver battle royales and an emerging diamond in the rough headline five storylines to watch as Dolphins face Lions in second preseason game

The Miami Dolphins and Detroit Lions are fresh off of two days of joint practices together and both teams will now have a day to themselves before one final scrap this summer.

Matt Breida News / Dolphins Talk / August 15

Matt Breida Declines Workout with Dolphins, Set to Retire from NFL Following 7 Seasons

Matt Breida Declines Workout with Dolphins, Set to Retire from NFL Following 7 Seasons ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler was informed Thursday that the plan is for

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The 'Season rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players to hold an NFL franchise single-season record for rushing touchdowns can you name in five minutes?

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The '2024-25 NFL passing-yard leaders' quiz

NFL News / Sporting News / August 15

Detroit Lions call out Miami Dolphins for sharing misleading practice highlight

The Miami Dolphins shared a highlight of one of their players making a great catch during a joint practice with the Detroit Lions. The problem was that it wasn't actually a catch, and the Lions pointed that out.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 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 15

Five Dolphins Players to Watch in Preseason Matchup vs Lions

Five Dolphins Players to Watch in Preseason Matchup vs Lions Mike McDaniel recently announced that the Dolphins’ first-team offense and defense won’t participate in the second preseason game against the Detroit Lions this Saturday.

Mike McDaniel News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 14

Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel drops blunt Year 4 claim amid job pressure

The Miami Dolphins head coach, Mike McDaniel, enters the 2025 season on the hot seat after failing to secure a single playoff victory in his first three years with the franchise.

Miami Dolphins News / Pro Football Rumors / August 15

Court rules Brian Flores discrimination case against NFL, three teams can go to trial

Brian Flores is an active NFL defensive coordinator, helping the Vikings into a top-five defensive ranking last season.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 14

Former Dolphins Receiver Finds New Home

The Washington Commanders signed River Cracraft on Thursday. The former Miami Dolphins wide receiver joined the Seattle Seahawks early in free agency, but his contract was terminated in May with a non-football injury designation.

Miami Dolphins News / The Lead / August 14

Miami Dolphins Enter 2025 Season Under Intense Scrutiny

The Miami Dolphins open the 2025 NFL season facing the most pressure of the McDaniel–Grier era. After more than two decades without back-to-back playoff berths, head coach Mike McDaniel delivered in each of his first two seasons, giving Miami fans reason to dream of a Lombardi Trophy.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 14

Former Dolphins Running Back Retires After Turning Down Workout

A former Miami Dolphins running back is calling it a career. Matt Breida, who spent one season with the Dolphins in 2020, is retiring, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported on Thursday.

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NFL players who are going into decline in 2025

Age comes for every NFL player. These 25 players could be headed into decline heading into 2025.

Miami Dolphins News / Sporting News / August 14

Colin Cowherd calls Dolphins directionless, says they were better under Brian Flores than Mike McDaniel

The FS1 host called Mike McDaniel a "snarky hipster," saying Dolphins have no accountability.

NFL News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 14

Dolphins 2025 Camp: Detroit Second Joint Practice Recap

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Miami Dolphins certainly looked better in their second joint practice with the Detroit Lions, specifically when it comes to the offense.

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The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz

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Miami Dolphins News / Gridiron Heroics / August 14

‘Part of the Problem Lies in the Dolphins’ Roster Construction’: Fantasy Football Expert Explains Problem With Miami’s Backfield

The Miami Dolphins’ backfield faces significant uncertainty as they navigate roster changes and injuries ahead of the 2025 season. This instability has raised concerns among fantasy football experts, who highlight the challenges of predicting consistent production from Miami’s running backs.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / August 14

Dolphins continue search for a veteran depth option, add new name to compete for one of the roster’s sore spots before the 2025 season kicks off

The Miami Dolphins are on a continuous quest for an experienced offensive tackle who could potentially provide this team with some much needed depth. The math of the Dolphins' offensive line situation is one that's been tested early on in training camp and the preseason.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 14

McDaniel Provides New Plan for Dolphins Starters in Preseason Week 2

Miami Dolphins head coach seems to have changed his mind about whether the starting group will play in Saturday’s preseason game against the Detroit Lions. "As of right now, I'm not planning on playing the ones in the game,” McDaniel told reporters on Thursday.

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The 'Multiple 140-receiving yard NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to record at least 140 receiving yards in more than one game can you name in five minutes?

Demeioun Robinson News / Dolphins Talk / August 14

Chop Robinson Back at Practice Thursday

Chop Robinson Back at Practice Thursday Mike McDaniel announced that Chop Robinson had an injury scare that needed him to be carted off the field on Wednesday, but he will return to practice today, Thursday.

Miami Dolphins News / Pro Football Rumors / August 14

Dolphins place OL Germain Ifedi on IR

Earlier this month, the Dolphins signed Germain Ifedi as depth along the offensive line. His time working with Miami has come to a quick end, however. Ifedi was placed on injured reserve Thursday, per a team announcement.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 14

National Media Down on Dolphins

The Miami Dolphins are heading into somewhat of a crossroads season after missing the playoffs in 2024, but a couple of national media outlets are predicting doom and gloom for the upcoming season.

Miami Dolphins News / Yardbarker / August 14

Dolphins HC understands 'very clear' reality amid hot seat rumors

Dolphins' Mike McDaniel understands 'very clear' reality amid hot seat rumors

He has failed to guide the club to a single playoff win over his first three campaigns in charge.

Dolphins get humiliated by the Lions at teams' joint practice

Mike Vrabel jumps into the middle of another training-camp fight

Amon-Ra St. Brown admits Lions offense is in a bad place

Eagles' Nick Sirianni shares ominous update about key position battle

Three teams facing Super Bowl-or-bust expectations in 2025

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / August 14

The 2025 Miami Dolphins Demand Patience

The 2025 Miami Dolphins Demand Patience A few considerations heading into the season. This year’s 2025 Miami Dolphins version demands a lot of patience.

Miami Dolphins News / Larry Brown Sports / August 14

Dolphins got embarrassed in ‘lopsided’ joint practice

It is hard to draw any meaningful conclusions from training camp practices, even the joint scrimmages staged between two opposing teams. Despite that, the reports out of Wednesday’s joint practice between the Miami Dolphins and Detroit Lions suggested one of the two teams could be in for a long season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 14