Jeff Hafley discusses rookie performances after preseason loss for Dolphins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 10:02 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Miami Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley addressed rookie performances following a 20-7 preseason loss to the Washington Commanders on August 15, 2026. Hafley emphasized the need for patience in evaluating rookies, noting that while mistakes are common, they can develop into strong players over time. He expressed hope that continued coaching and experience would foster growth and consistency among his first-year players as the season progresses. Hafley urged fans and analysts not to rush to judgment based on early performances.
- •Dolphins lost 20-7 to Commanders in preseason opener.
- •Hafley calls for patience with rookies after the loss.
- •Emphasizes growth and consistency as key goals for rookies.
- •Rookies under Hafley's coaching may develop into stronger players.
- 10:02 PMYahoo Sports — Miami Dolphins' Jeff Hafley: 'People are so quick to judge' rookies
"Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley took a moment the day after the preseason-opening loss to the Commanders to remind everyone that rookies make mistakes.
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