Miami Dolphins prepare for season opener against Las Vegas Raiders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
The Miami Dolphins open their 2026 NFL season on Sunday with a road game against the Las Vegas Raiders. This matchup marks the official start of the head coach Jeff Hafley era in Miami. Recent history for the franchise includes a series of unconventional season openers ranging from weather delays and off-field incidents to coaching transitions. Defensive tackle Zach Sieler and center Aaron Brewer stated that the team remains focused on the upcoming game despite external skepticism. The franchise has experienced varied outcomes in previous openers dating back to 2012, including both significant losses and narrow victories. Coaches and players view this initial contest as an opportunity to establish a new identity for the young roster.
- •The Miami Dolphins play the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday in the 2026 season opener.
- •Jeff Hafley leads the team in his first regular season game as head coach.
- •Previous Miami season openers featured incidents including lightning delays, player protests, and off-field distractions.
- •The team roster enters the season with a group of young players and a new coaching staff.
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Chris Perkins: Recent history suggests Dolphins headed for memorable opener
"MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The start of a new era is always exciting, even if expectations are low, which is the case for the 2026 Miami Dolphins as they head into Sunday’s season opener at Las Vegas. The start of a new era, in this case the Dolphins era of coach Jeff Hafley, is reminiscent of the start of other eras or seasons for a variety of reasons. Good or bad, these opening games have ...
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