Dolphins struggle during joint practice against Giants in Miami

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Dolphins struggle during joint practice against Giants in Miami
Summary

The Miami Dolphins faced challenges during a joint practice with the New York Giants on August 20, 2026. The Dolphins' offense struggled to move the ball effectively, facing significant pressure from the Giants' pass rush, which reportedly recorded at least six sacks. Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis emphasized that the team was not game planning specifically for the Giants, indicating that regular-season preparation could lead to better offensive execution. Head coach Jeff Hafley aims to use these practices to expose weaknesses and improve the team ahead of the regular season.

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  • Malik Willis noted the Dolphins weren't game planning for the Giants.
  • The Giants’ defense pressured Miami's offensive line.
  • Brian Burns claimed the Giants may have recorded more than six sacks.
  • Head coach Jeff Hafley seeks to use joint practices for player evaluation.
  • Regular-season game planning could improve Dolphins' offensive output.
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Malik Willis thinks Dolphins will be better when game planning for specific opponents during regular season.

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