Miami Dolphins to start Malik Willis in preseason opener against Commanders
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Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The Miami Dolphins are set to begin their preseason on Friday night against the Washington Commanders at NorthWest Stadium. This game marks the debut of Jeff Hafley as head coach and features quarterback Malik Willis, who signed a three-year, $67 million contract with Miami. Willis, expected to start, is looking to gain valuable experience following mixed results in his previous NFL seasons. His performance will be key as he transitions into a full-time starter role. The game will also showcase several new Dolphins players aiming for a strong start.
- •Malik Willis joined the Dolphins after a $67 million contract.
- •Jeff Hafley is making his debut as head coach.
- •The preseason game against the Commanders is set for Friday night.
- •Willis aims to improve upon a mixed NFL career.
- •Miami's new players will also get their first action.
- 1:41 AMYahoo Sports — Dolphins’ Willis looks sharp and other observations from preseason opener vs. Commanders
- 11:02 PMYahoo Sports — Miami Dolphins Announce Malik Willis Decision Before Commanders Preseason Game
"On Friday night, the Miami Dolphins will begin their preseason as they take on the Washington Commanders at NorthWest Stadium.The contest will mark Jeff Hafley’s first game as Miami’s head coach.It will also feature the debut of many new Dolphins players, including quarterback Malik Willis, who signed a three-year, $67 million contract with Miami in […] The post Miami Dolphins Announce Malik Willis Decision Before Commanders Preseason Game appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Miami Dolphins’ preseason opener at the Washington Commanders marked the unofficial debut for the new trio of general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan, coach Jeff Hafley and quarterback Malik Willis, and it got off to a relatively good start despite Washington leading, 17-7, through three quarters. Willis led the starting offense to a touchdown drive on the game’s opening possession while showing ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 1:41 AMDolphins’ Willis looks sharp and other observations from preseason opener vs. Commanders
The Miami Dolphins’ preseason opener at the Washington Commanders marked the unofficial debut for the new trio of general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan, coach Jeff Hafley and quarterback Malik Willis, and it got off to a relatively good start despite Washington leading, 17-7, through three quarters. Willis led the starting offense to a touchdown drive on the game’s opening possession while showing ...
- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 11:02 PMMiami Dolphins Announce Malik Willis Decision Before Commanders Preseason Game
On Friday night, the Miami Dolphins will begin their preseason as they take on the Washington Commanders at NorthWest Stadium.The contest will mark Jeff Hafley’s first game as Miami’s head coach.It will also feature the debut of many new Dolphins players, including quarterback Malik Willis, who signed a three-year, $67 million contract with Miami in […] The post Miami Dolphins Announce Malik Willis Decision Before Commanders Preseason Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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