Miami Dolphins vs. Las Vegas Raiders Week 1 preview and prediction! We break down the biggest matchups, keys to victory and everything Miami must do to open the 2026 NFL season with a win.

How will the Dolphins handle Maxx Crosby? Can Malik Willis and De’Von Achane take advantage of the Raiders defense? We also examine Brock Bowers’ expected absence, Ashton Jeanty, Kirk Cousins, Tyler Linderbaum, Miami’s young defense and the battles that could decide the game.

We finish with four keys to victory, our under-the-radar players and final-score predictions.

Let us know your prediction in the comments. Like the video, subscribe to Fins Faithful and turn on notifications for Dolphins news, analysis and postgame coverage throughout the season.

Can Malik Willis change everything? In our complete Miami Dolphins 2026 season preview, the Fins Faithful crew breaks down Willis, the Dolphins’ young roster and what fans should realistically expect this season.

We examine Bobby Slowik’s new offense, Jeff Hafley’s defense, Miami’s revamped offensive line and the rookies who could become the foundation of the franchise. Can Willis prove he’s the long-term answer at quarterback? Which young players are ready to emerge?

We’ll also make our official Miami Dolphins predictions for team MVP, Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, Rookies of the Year, breakout player and biggest surprise.

Then it’s Faithful or Fiction with 10 bold predictions before we reveal our final records, AFC East finishes and boldest calls for the 2026 NFL season.

Subscribe to Fins Faithful for Miami Dolphins news, roster analysis, game previews and year-round coverage.

Visit FinsFaithful.com

Follow @FinsFaithfulPod

Miami Dolphins fans, these are the 2027 NFL Draft prospects you need to know. We reveal our early top 25 prospect rankings as the college football season gets underway.

From Jeremiah Smith, Arch Manning and Colin Simmons to several potential breakout prospects, we examine the quarterbacks, offensive playmakers, offensive linemen and defensive difference-makers near the top of the 2027 NFL Draft class.

Who is the best prospect in college football? Which players could rise throughout the season? And could Miami’s next superstar be somewhere on this early draft board?

Share your top prospect in the comments and tell us which player you would like to see wearing aqua and orange.

Subscribe to Fins Faithful for Miami Dolphins news, NFL Draft analysis, roster coverage and live Dolphins shows throughout the season.

How good can the Miami Dolphins’ young 2026 roster be? Tonight, Fins Faithful breaks down the complete 53-man roster position by position as Miami prepares for Week 1.

We’re going through every unit on offense, defense, and special teams. From Malik Willis and De’Von Achane to Chop Robinson, Jacob Rodriguez, and Miami’s young rookie class. Which position groups have the most upside? Who could earn an important role? And where could this new-look Dolphins roster surprise people?

We’ll also examine how the recent trades, waiver claims, roster changes and practice-squad moves reshaped the team before the season.

🐬 Which position group could surprise the most? Let us know in the comments.

👍 Hit LIKE, subscribe, and turn on notifications for year-round Miami Dolphins news, analysis, live shows, and NFL Draft coverage from Fins Faithful.

🌐 FinsFaithful.com

🐬 Stay Fins Faithful

Miami Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan’s latest press conference reinforced my belief in the direction of this organization.

We’ll discuss what Sullivan’s comments revealed about his roster-building philosophy, the Dolphins’ quarterback plan, developing young talent, and why Miami may finally be building for sustainable success instead of searching for another quick fix.

Do you believe in Sullivan’s direction, or do you need to see the results first? Join the conversation and subscribe to Fins Faithful for year-round Miami Dolphins news, analysis, NFL Draft coverage, and live shows.

The Miami Dolphins have completely reshaped their roster, adding eight players and moving on from eight others in a massive post-cutdown overhaul.

Miami made an NFL-high seven waiver claims, adding quarterback Brady Cook, tight end Justin Joly, three defensive backs and two offensive tackles. The Dolphins are also adding veteran EDGE Malik Herring.

We’re breaking down every addition, every corresponding roster cut, what the new players bring to Miami and what these moves reveal about Jon-Eric Sullivan and Jeff Hafley’s vision. Which players can contribute immediately, which decisions surprised us and are the Dolphins finished making moves?

Join the conversation and grade Miami’s roster overhaul.

The Miami Dolphins’ initial 53-man roster has been revealed. We’re breaking down who made the team, the most surprising cuts, the young players who earned their opportunities, and the biggest decisions made by Jon-Eric Sullivan and Jeff Hafley.

But this roster isn’t finished. Miami could still make waiver claims, trades, and other moves before Week 1. Which decisions did the Dolphins get right, where do they still need help, and what could happen next?

Join the conversation and give Miami’s initial roster a grade.

Visit FinsFaithful.com

The Miami Dolphins have traded for quarterback Kyle McCord, filling the QB2 spot behind Malik Willis.

McCord is coming off a four-touchdown performance in Green Bay’s preseason finale. We’re breaking down the trade, what McCord brings to Miami and why the Dolphins made this move after trading Quinn Ewers.

Subscribe for year-round Miami Dolphins news, analysis and live coverage.

Visit FinsFaithful.com

The Miami Dolphins close out the 2026 preseason against the Atlanta Falcons with two major storylines: Chris Bell could make his Dolphins debut, and Tua Tagovailoa returns to Hard Rock Stadium.

Nic Rohloff, host of Dolphins Today by Chat Sports, joins Fins Faithful to discuss Bell’s potential debut, Tua’s return and everything Miami fans should watch in the preseason finale.

Could Chris Bell provide another exciting piece for the Dolphins’ young offense? Which players have made the strongest case for a roster spot? Who could take advantage of one final preseason opportunity? We’ll discuss Miami’s emerging talent, key position battles and what this game could reveal about the new-look Dolphins.

Watch live and join the conversation in the chat—or catch the full replay anytime.

🐬 Subscribe to Fins Faithful for the latest Miami Dolphins news, rumors, analysis, interviews, live shows and NFL Draft coverage.

🌐 Visit FinsFaithful.com for the latest Dolphins articles and coverage:

https://finsfaithful.com

The Miami Dolphins have a QB2 problem behind Malik Willis. Could Anthony Richardson, J.J. McCarthy, or another potential quarterback option provide the answer?

We examine Miami’s current quarterback room and the best potential options through trades, waivers, and final roster cuts. Which quarterbacks are capable of handling the backup job now? Who offers developmental upside? What would each move cost—and which players could realistically become available?

We’ll break down the latest performances, contract situations, potential trade value, and fit with the Dolphins before revealing the options Miami should prioritize.

Who should Miami add at quarterback? Join the live conversation and leave your choice in the comments.

Subscribe to Fins Faithful for independent Miami Dolphins news, analysis, and live shows.

checkout FinsFaithful.com