Dolphins struggle in second half, fall behind 49ers after blunder
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Last updated Sep 20, 2026
The Miami Dolphins faced a second-half collapse against the San Francisco 49ers on September 20, 2026. A significant error by punter Bradley Pinion in the third quarter allowed the 49ers to score easily, extending their lead. Miami had a competitive first half, outgaining San Francisco and trailing just 14-6 at halftime. However, the team's struggles continued as they allowed touchdowns on each of the 49ers' first five drives. This game highlighted ongoing issues for the Dolphins in the latter stages of contests, following a pattern from previous seasons.
- •Dolphins trail 28-6 midway through the third quarter
- •Pinion's mishandled snap set up a 49ers touchdown
- •Miami outgained San Francisco 165-125 in the first half
- •Dolphins settled for field goals, failing to convert opportunities
- •49ers score on all five of their first offensive possessions
- 10:38 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins special teams blunder caps second-half collapse vs. 49ers
"Bradley Pinion's third-quarter mistake underscored another Dolphins second-half collapse after Miami was competitive for much of the first half.
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