Ravens dominate Commanders in preseason finale, Dolphins fall to Falcons
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Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Washington Commanders 41-3 in their preseason finale on August 28, 2026. Washington struggled offensively, finishing with only 177 total yards and converting just one of twelve third down attempts. Meanwhile, the Miami Dolphins lost to the Atlanta Falcons 17-12, closing their preseason winless at 0-3. The Dolphins rested their starters while evaluating roster candidates, but the offense faced challenges despite a commendable defensive effort against the Falcons' first team. Both teams now prepare for roster cuts due Sunday at 6 p.m. ET ahead of the regular season starting September 13.
- •Ravens scored on first possession, led 14-0 early against Commanders.
- •Commanders totaled only seven first downs and allowed 456 offensive yards.
- •Dolphins finished preseason without a win, losing all three games.
- •Dolphins second-team defense held Falcons starters in check for most of the game.
- •Roster cuts due Sunday, teams may face tough decisions based on preseason performance.
- 2:18 AMYahoo Sports — Instant analysis from Dolphins' preseason loss to Falcons
- 2:11 AMYahoo Sports — Instant analysis of Commanders' preseason blowout loss to Ravens
- 2:10 AMYahoo Sports — Falcons vs. Dolphins final score, immediate reactions
"The Miami Dolphins welcomed the Atlanta Falcons to Hard Rock Stadium on Friday, and they lost 17-12. Here's what we thought of the contest.
"The Miami Dolphins lost their preseason finale against the Atlanta Falcons on Friday. We provide our immediate reactions to the game.
"The Ravens blew out the Commanders in the preseason finale. Instant analysis from the preseason finale.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 2:18 AMInstant analysis from Dolphins' preseason loss to Falcons
The Miami Dolphins welcomed the Atlanta Falcons to Hard Rock Stadium on Friday, and they lost 17-12. Here's what we thought of the contest.
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 2:11 AMInstant analysis of Commanders' preseason blowout loss to Ravens
The Ravens blew out the Commanders in the preseason finale. Instant analysis from the preseason finale.
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 2:10 AMFalcons vs. Dolphins final score, immediate reactions
The Miami Dolphins lost their preseason finale against the Atlanta Falcons on Friday. We provide our immediate reactions to the game.
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