Dolphins suffer fifth straight loss, Hafley discusses team struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 12:04 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026

The Miami Dolphins lost to the Cincinnati Bengals 31-24 on Sunday, dropping their record to 0-5. Head coach Jeff Hafley emphasized the need for improvements in both game plan and player execution following the game. Miami turned the ball over three times and allowed a significant kickoff return that set the tone for the match. Despite a late rally, including two touchdowns in the fourth quarter, the Dolphins could not overcome an early deficit. Hafley acknowledged the challenges faced, particularly with quarterback Malik Willis, who struggled with turnovers and incomplete passes in crucial situations.
- •Dolphins fall to 0-5 in the NFL after loss to Bengals.
- •Head coach Jeff Hafley calls for better game plan and execution.
- •Malik Willis recorded two interceptions and a fumble.
- •Dolphins allowed an 81-yard kickoff return to start the game.
- •Miami scored 14 points in the fourth quarter, falling short.
- 12:04 AMYahoo Sports — ‘The Plan Needs to Be Better,’ ‘Going to Win Games If We’re Fumbling the Ball’ — Jeff Hafley Takes Stock of Dolphins’ 0-5 Start
"Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley said Sunday that his game plan and his players’ execution both have to get better after a 31-24 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals dropped Miami to 0-5. Asked whether there’s a disconnect between what the staff teaches and what shows up on Sundays, Hafley called that a broad statement, credited his players for taking responsibility and said the coaches need to do the same.
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