Malik Willis shines in Dolphins preseason opener against Falcons
NBCSports.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 2:34 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
In their preseason opener, the Miami Dolphins showcased new quarterback Malik Willis, who led a 14-play touchdown drive. Willis completed four of five passes for 45 yards and rushed for nine yards. Coach Jeff Hafley praised his composure and accuracy, attributing much of the success to a solid offensive line and running back De'Von Achane. The Dolphins are looking to build a new foundation following Tua Tagovailoa's departure. Achane highlighted the dual-threat nature of Willis, which contrasts with their previous quarterback situation.
- •Dolphins opened preseason against the Falcons on August 15, 2026.
- •Malik Willis engineered a 14-play touchdown drive.
- •He completed 4 of 5 passes for 45 yards and rushed for 9 yards.
- •Coach Hafley praised Willis' leadership and accuracy.
- •De'Von Achane noted the advantages of a dual-threat quarterback.
- 3:00 PMNBCSports.com — Malik Willis draws positive reviews from Jeff Hafley, De’Von Achane - NBC Sports
- 2:34 PMYahoo Sports — Malik Willis draws positive reviews from Jeff Hafley, De'Von Achane
"The Dolphins soft-launched their post-Tua existence on Friday night, with a preseason opener featuring a 14-play touchdown drive engineered by new quarterback Malik Willis.
"The Dolphins soft-launched their post-Tua existence on Friday night, with a preseason opener featuring a 14-play touchdown drive engineered by new quarterback Malik Willis.
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External links- NBCSports.comAug 15, 2026, 3:00 PMMalik Willis draws positive reviews from Jeff Hafley, De’Von Achane - NBC Sports
The Dolphins soft-launched their post-Tua existence on Friday night, with a preseason opener featuring a 14-play touchdown drive engineered by new quarterback Malik Willis.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 2:34 PMMalik Willis draws positive reviews from Jeff Hafley, De'Von Achane
The Dolphins soft-launched their post-Tua existence on Friday night, with a preseason opener featuring a 14-play touchdown drive engineered by new quarterback Malik Willis.
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