Miami Dolphins offense struggles in loss to Detroit Lions in Week 9
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026

The Miami Dolphins faced the Detroit Lions on November 8, 2026, falling 9-19 despite a strong defensive outing. The Dolphins defense limited the Lions to only one offensive touchdown and sacked Jared Goff three times. However, the Dolphins offense failed to capitalize, finishing 0-for-3 in the red zone. Miami has now dropped to 1-7 on the season, leading to ongoing concerns about their performance and potential for improvement. Special teams' mistakes further compounded the issues during the game.
- •Dolphins lost 9-19 to the Lions on November 8, 2026.
- •Defense held Lions to 19 points and 270 total yards.
- •Offense scored only 9 points and struggled in the red zone.
- •Special teams errors contributed to the defeat.
- •Miami drops to 1-7 for the season.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — 5 Things I Think I Think About the Miami Dolphins After Week 9
"The defense is showing signs of a promising future. The rest of the team? Not so much.
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