Miami Dolphins face challenges in season opener against Las Vegas Raiders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 11:20 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
The Miami Dolphins began their season against the Las Vegas Raiders on September 13, 2026, ultimately falling to a defeat and starting the year at 0-1. Malik Willis showcased his athleticism with a 14-yard touchdown scramble in the third quarter, narrowing the gap to 17-13. Despite some standout performances from rookies, the Dolphins struggled with offensive penalties and depth on defense. They did not force a Raiders punt until the fourth quarter, raising concerns for the season ahead. Miami will look to address these issues in their next matchup.
- •Malik Willis scored a 14-yard touchdown scramble in the third quarter.
- •Dolphins allowed 30 points per game struggles on defense.
- •Caleb Douglas recorded 81 receiving yards in his debut.
- •Miami faced multiple penalties, affecting offensive performance.
- •The team did not force a Raiders punt until the fourth quarter.
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"Malik WIllis, Jacob Rodriguez and Jeff Hafley debuted for Miami Dolphins in Week 1 at Las Vegas Raiders. Here are Joe Schad's takeaways:
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