NewsWSVN 7 MiamiSeptember 14, 2026Miami-Dade County
Associated Press reports on the Miami Dolphins' season-opening loss to the Las Vegas Raiders
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The Miami Dolphins lost 27-13 to the Las Vegas Raiders in their season opener amidst a full organizational rebuild carrying roughly $183 million in dead cap money. The team relied on 10 starters in their first or second NFL season, while quarterback Malik Willis finished 15 of 27 for 220 yards and an interception.
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The Miami Dolphins' season-opening defeat highlights the team's reliance on young players and financial constraints stemming from $183 million in for the season.
Key Facts
- The Miami Dolphins lost their season opener to the Las Vegas Raiders with a score of 27-13.
- The Dolphins are carrying roughly $183 million in dead cap money this season.
- The Dolphins started 10 players on Sunday who were in their first or second NFL season.
- Quarterback Malik Willis completed 15 of 27 passes for 220 yards, one interception, and rushed for a team-high 39 yards.
- Running back De'Von Achane had 11 carries for 36 yards, averaging 3.3 yards per carry.
- Rookie wide receiver Caleb Douglas recorded five catches on seven targets for 94 yards.
- Malik Willis was sacked five times during the game.
- Captains Patrick Paul and Aaron Brewer committed back-to-back holding penalties in the second quarter.
- Safety Kyle Louis will miss Week 2 due to a knee injury sustained in the third quarter.
- Linebacker Jacob Rodriguez recorded 14 tackles, the most by a Dolphins rookie since Zach Thomas had 16 against Arizona.
- The Dolphins will practice in Napa, California, rather than returning to Florida ahead of their Sunday game at San Francisco.
Who's Mentioned
PersonZach Thomas“Pro Football Hall of Famer.”PersonJeff Hafley“First-year head coach of the Miami Dolphins.”PersonJacob Rodriguez“Rookie linebacker for the Miami Dolphins.”PersonMalik Willis“Quarterback for the Miami Dolphins.”OrganizationMiami Dolphins“Professional football team playing their season opener.”PersonAshton Jeanty“Second-year running back for the Las Vegas Raiders.”PersonDe'Von Achane“Running back for the Miami Dolphins.”PersonKirk Cousins“Veteran quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders.”PersonMichael Taaffe“Safety for the Miami Dolphins.”OrganizationLas Vegas Raiders“Professional football team playing against the Miami Dolphins.”PersonKyle Louis“Safety for the Miami Dolphins.”PersonAaron Brewer“Offensive line captain for the Miami Dolphins.”PersonChris Bell“Rookie wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins.”PersonChris Johnson“Rookie cornerback for the Miami Dolphins.”PersonPatrick Paul“Offensive line captain for the Miami Dolphins.”PersonCaleb Douglas“Rookie wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins.”