Miami Dolphins Week 1 analysis: Are fans more worried or encouraged after the 27–13 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders? We break down Malik Willis, Miami’s young core and the early signs of progress in the Dolphins’ rebuild.

Kadyn Proctor, Caleb Douglas, Jacob Rodriguez and Chris Johnson all faced important tests in Week 1. Did Jon-Eric Sullivan’s first draft class give Miami legitimate foundational pieces? We also examine Willis’ development, what Jeff Hafley and Bobby Slowik must improve and what real progress should look like throughout the 2026 NFL season.

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Miami Dolphins Week 1 All-22 review: What did the film reveal about Malik Willis and Miami’s 27-13 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders?

We examine Willis’ encouraging flashes and costly mistakes, Caleb Douglas’ impressive NFL debut, Kadyn Proctor’s performance and Jacob Rodriguez wearing the green dot. We also take a closer look at Chris Johnson’s difficult assignment and why his performance deserves more context than the box score provides.

Plus, what caused Miami’s early defensive struggles, what changed later, what Bobby Slowik can adjust offensively and which young Dolphins gave the team something to build on.

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Miami Dolphins postgame reaction following the Week 1 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. We break down the biggest takeaways, key performances, turning points and everything that mattered from Miami’s regular-season opener.

We’ll react to Malik Willis and the Dolphins offense, Jeff Hafley’s defense, Jacob Rodriguez and Miami’s young players, plus the biggest winners and concerns from Week 1. Who made a statement? What needs to improve? And what did we learn about this new-look Miami Dolphins team?

Join Fins Faithful right after the final whistle for instant Miami Dolphins reaction, analysis and discussion as we break down Dolphins vs. Raiders and look ahead to what comes next.

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The Miami Dolphins open the 2026 NFL season against the Las Vegas Raiders, and longtime Dolphins reporter Armando Salguero joins us to discuss Malik Willis, Jon-Eric Sullivan, Jeff Hafley and Miami’s young roster.

What are realistic expectations for Willis? Can he become Miami’s long-term quarterback? Armando gives his honest outlook on the Dolphins’ rebuild, Sullivan’s vision, what a successful season would look like and where the national consensus may be underselling this team.

We also discuss which young Dolphins players intrigue Armando and what he wants to learn from Miami in Sunday’s season opener before getting his Dolphins-Raiders prediction.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.