Miami Dolphins struggle with penalties in loss to Detroit Lions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 8:50 PM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
The Miami Dolphins fell 19-9 to the Detroit Lions at Hard Rock Stadium on November 8. Despite a solid defensive performance limiting Lions' star Jahmyr Gibbs early on, the Dolphins were plagued by 11 penalties and offensive inefficiency, scoring only two touchdowns in their last eight quarters. Quarterback Malik Willis managed only 128 passing yards with no touchdowns or interceptions. Next, Miami (1-7) faces the Indianapolis Colts (2-7) on November 12, while Detroit (6-2) will host the New England Patriots (5-3) in Munich.
- •Dolphins commit 11 penalties, stalling offensive efforts.
- •Malik Willis completes 13 of 25 passes for 128 yards.
- •Detroit scores a crucial touchdown in the third quarter.
- •Miami's offense has only two touchdowns in eight quarters.
- •Dolphins next play against the Colts on November 12.
- 8:50 PMYahoo Sports — Miami Dolphins flounder with penalties, mistakes in Detroit Lions loss
"The Dolphins' offense stalled in a loss to the Detroit Lions at Hard Rock Stadium. Ahead, the NFL trade deadline looms.
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