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49ers dominate Dolphins in 35-13 rout at Levi's Stadium

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Last updated Sep 20, 2026

49ers dominate Dolphins in 35-13 rout at Levi's Stadium

Summary

The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Miami Dolphins 35-13 on September 20, 2026, extending Miami's record to 0-2. Miami showed promise in the first half but faltered in the second, allowing 21 unanswered points by the 49ers. Quarterback Malik Willis struggled under pressure, while the Dolphins’ special teams committed crucial errors, including a dropped snap by punter Bradley Pinion that led to a quick score for San Francisco. Miami’s defensive struggles continued with assignment confusion, contributing to their inability to contain key 49ers players, particularly in the second half.

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Status Watch

•Dolphins fall to 0-2 following the loss to the 49ers.
•San Francisco scored 21 points in the third quarter.
•Malik Willis struggled with pressure and decision making.
•Miami's special teams issues included a dropped snap by Bradley Pinion.
•Dolphins' defense displayed assignment confusion allowing easy scores.

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What they're saying

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SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The rebuilding Miami Dolphins traveled to San Francisco on Sunday after spending the past week on the West Coast, but the wise planning didn’t do them any good as they lost, 35-13, to the 49ers. Miami (0-2) hung tough in the first half, clinging to a 16-3 deficit, but the scoring onslaught came quickly in the third quarter as the 49ers scored 21 unanswered points to take ...
— Yahoo Sports

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Quick thoughts from South Florida Sun Sentinel staffers on the Dolphins’ blowout loss to the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium as Miami falls to 0-2. Chris Perkins, Dolphins Columnist The Dolphins played a decent first half, trailing, 14-6, at halftime, but the talent difference between the teams surfaced in the third quarter when San Francisco outscored Miami, 21-0. Game over. The West ...
— Yahoo Sports