Dolphins struggle in preseason loss to Commanders
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 12:25 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The Miami Dolphins lost to the Washington Commanders in a preseason matchup on August 15, 2026, following a joint practice earlier in the week. After scoring a touchdown on their opening drive, the Dolphins allowed 20 consecutive points. Quarterback Quinn Ewers struggled, completing just 1-of-8 passes with an interception before being replaced by Cam Miller, who fared similarly with 3-of-11 passing and two interceptions. The Dolphins' receiving corps had minimal contributions outside of Caleb Douglas and Malik Washington, while the run defense faced challenges against the Commanders' rushing attack.
- •Dolphins scored first but fell to Commanders 20-7 in preseason game.
- •Quarterbacks Quinn Ewers and Cam Miller combined for 4 completions and 3 interceptions.
- •Receiving group struggled, logging just 3 catches outside key players.
- •Run defense allowed 75 yards and a touchdown to Commanders' running back Robert Henry Jr.
- 12:25 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins PFF grades: Best and worst grades from loss to Commanders
- 5:01 PMYahoo Sports — Worst performances from Dolphins preseason loss to Commanders
"The Miami Dolphins battled the Washington Commanders in their preseason opener on Friday. Here were the best and worst PFF grades from the game.
"The Miami Dolphins fell to the Washington Commanders on Friday at Northwest Stadium. Here were the worst performers from the contest.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 12:25 PMDolphins PFF grades: Best and worst grades from loss to Commanders
The Miami Dolphins battled the Washington Commanders in their preseason opener on Friday. Here were the best and worst PFF grades from the game.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 5:01 PMWorst performances from Dolphins preseason loss to Commanders
The Miami Dolphins fell to the Washington Commanders on Friday at Northwest Stadium. Here were the worst performers from the contest.
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