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Miami Dolphins struggle in loss to Las Vegas Raiders in Week 1

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Miami Dolphins struggle in loss to Las Vegas Raiders in Week 1

Summary

The Miami Dolphins fell to the Las Vegas Raiders 27-13 on September 12, 2026. This defeat raised concerns about the team's ability to compete this season, as Miami trailed 17-6 by halftime and failed to score in the fourth quarter. Malik Willis cited issues with the offense, which allowed Kirk Cousins to throw three touchdowns, while the Dolphins' playmakers struggled to make an impact. Following the loss, analysts speculated about the possibility of the Dolphins finishing the season winless, although many believe they have enough talent to secure some victories throughout the year.

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By the Numbers

•Miami lost to Las Vegas 27-13 on September 12, 2026.
•Dolphins scored only 13 points, failing to score in the fourth quarter.
•Malik Willis took responsibility for the offense's struggles.
•Kirk Cousins threw three touchdowns for the Raiders.
•Concerns grow about prospects for a winless season for Miami.

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1:46 PMYahoo Sports — Week 1 overreactions: Is this Dolphins team really bad enough to go 0-17?

What they're saying

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Week 1 is the NFL’s annual invitation to abandon nuance. One bad afternoon becomes a lost season, one explosive offense becomes unstoppable and every surprise winner becomes a playoff threat. Sunday provided plenty of ammunition, from Chicago’s historic scoring eruption to Arizona’s road upset. Still, no result inspired more dread than Miami’s flat […] The post Week 1 overreactions: Is this Dolphins team really bad enough to go 0-17? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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