Dolphins project 53-man roster following preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The Miami Dolphins played their first preseason game against the Washington Commanders and lost 20-7 on August 16, 2026. The game provided valuable opportunities to assess players vying for roster spots leading into the regular season. Following the game, a projection for the 53-man roster was published, identifying players at each position and various cuts. Training camp has included joint practices and evaluations ahead of final roster decisions due in September.
- •Dolphins lost their preseason game to the Commanders 20-7.
- •Roster projections feature Malik Willis as quarterback.
- •Training camp included 11 sessions leading to player evaluations.
- •Final roster decisions will take place in September.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins 53-man roster projection after first preseason game
"The Miami Dolphins played and lost their first preseason game under Jeff Hafley. Let's use what we saw on Friday to project the 53-man roster.
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