Panthers and Dolphins set expectations for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 8:36 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
The Carolina Panthers and Miami Dolphins are looking ahead to the 2026 NFL season, each under different circumstances. The Panthers, fresh off a playoff appearance, aim to build on their 8-9 season and seek a second consecutive postseason berth under head coach Dave Canales. Meanwhile, the Dolphins, having missed the playoffs in the last two seasons, welcome new head coach Jeff Hafley and hope to revive their fortunes following back-to-back losing records. Analysts set the Panthers’ ceiling at 10 wins while forecasting a floor of 5 wins. For the Dolphins, expectations range from a ceiling of 7 wins to a potential low of just 2.
- •Panthers ended a playoff drought last season but finished 8-9.
- •Carolina's ceiling for 2026 is projected at 10 wins.
- •Dolphins looking to rebound under first-year head coach Jeff Hafley.
- •Miami aims for a ceiling of 7 wins and a floor of 2.
- •Both teams are focusing on consistency and improvement this season.
- 8:36 PMYahoo Sports — What is the ceiling (and floor) for the Carolina Panthers in 2026?
- 8:33 PMYahoo Sports — What is the ceiling (and the floor) for the Miami Dolphins in 2026?
"Can the Carolina Panthers make it back to the postseason once again?
"The Miami Dolphins look to get back on track under new leadership.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 8:36 PMWhat is the ceiling (and floor) for the Carolina Panthers in 2026?
Can the Carolina Panthers make it back to the postseason once again?
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 8:33 PMWhat is the ceiling (and the floor) for the Miami Dolphins in 2026?
The Miami Dolphins look to get back on track under new leadership.
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