Dolphins host Giants in preseason game as key players sit out
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 11:17 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
The Miami Dolphins hosted the New York Giants at Hard Rock Stadium on August 22 in a preseason matchup. The Dolphins held out several key players, including Malik Willis and De'Von Achane, due to various injuries. The Giants' defense showed dominance during joint practices earlier in the week and continued to pressure the Dolphins during the game., running back Jaylen Wright fumbled in the first quarter, adding to concerns about ball security among the Dolphins' running backs. The Dolphins will conclude their preseason next week against the Atlanta Falcons on August 28.
- •Dolphins held out Malik Willis and De'Von Achane in the preseason game.
- •Jaylen Wright lost a fumble; Ollie Gordon II also struggled with ball security.
- •Trey Moore suffered a lower-body injury, a potential blow to the defense.
- •Cam Miller completed 6 of 11 passes for 70 yards in the game.
- •Dolphins kicker Riley Patterson made a 53-yard field goal.
- 11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Instant analysis of Dolphins ugly preseason loss to Giants
- 10:14 PMYahoo Sports — Instant Takeaways for Dolphins vs. Giants preseason game
"The Miami Dolphins took on the New York Giants on Saturday, and Jeff Hafley's team barely showed up for the contest.
"The Miami Dolphins hosted the New York Giants in Preseason Week 2. Here are Joe Schad's takeaways:
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 11:17 PMInstant analysis of Dolphins ugly preseason loss to Giants
The Miami Dolphins took on the New York Giants on Saturday, and Jeff Hafley's team barely showed up for the contest.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 10:14 PMInstant Takeaways for Dolphins vs. Giants preseason game
The Miami Dolphins hosted the New York Giants in Preseason Week 2. Here are Joe Schad's takeaways:
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