The Miami Dolphins lost to the Las Vegas Raiders 27-13 on Sunday in a game that never felt that close. Miami struggled in nearly every aspect of the game. It was a solid beatdown of the visiting Dolphins at the hands of the Raiders, getting the 2026 season off to a rough start for Miami.
The immediate reactions lay out the struggles – and some highlights – from the Dolphins’ Week 1 loss. We have collected the stories from around the web below, organized by post-, in-, and pre-game. Check them out below, and head
to the comments to let us know what you think will happen against the Raiders.
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Dolphins vs. Raiders post-game
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Dolphins vs. Raiders revealed these 5 important developments – Joe Schad, The Palm Beach Post
The Miami Dolphins opened the season at the Las Vegas Raiders, as Jeff Hafley, Malik Willis and more than 10 rookies made their 2026 debut.
Plenty lessons to be learned from Dolphins’ season-opening loss – Omar Kelly, Miami Herald
Errors have a way of adding up like change placed in a jar.
What Dolphin coach Jeff Hafley told reporters after Sunday’s opener in Las Vegas – Barry Jackson, Miami Herald
Jeff Hafley’s Dolphins coaching career began with a disappointment on Sunday, a 27-13 loss to a Raiders team that finished 3-14 last year.
Dolphins rookies have mixed showing in debut vs. Raiders – Chris Perkins, South Florida Sun Sentinel
Miami Dolphins rookie left guard Kadyn Proctor, the No. 12 pick of the draft, found out something about NFL regular-season games in his debut Sunday, a 27-13 loss at the Las Vegas Raiders.
Miami offense sputters as Dolphins lose 27-13 to Raiders and more takeaways – C. Isaiah Smalls II, Miami Herald
The Miami Dolphins’ season opener showed the downsides of a young team.
Why Dolphins opener was discouraging even for a long rebuild: 15 nuggets, thoughts – Barry Jackson, Miami Herald
Fifteen notes, nuggets and observations from the Dolphins’ season-opening 27-13 loss to the Raiders on Sunday in Las Vegas:
Miami Dolphins lose opener as search for reasons to hope begins – Greg Cote, Miami Herald
This 61st Miami Dolphins season that kicked off Sunday is going to be all about seeing the positives, and sometimes having to look hard for them. It will be about divining hope that may not be obviously there.
Dolphins’ new era begins with loss to Raiders marked by several struggles – David Furones, South Florida Sun Sentinel
Before there can be good times in this new era of Miami Dolphins football, there will be hardships.
Things we learned from Dolphins’ 27-13 season-opening loss to Raiders– Chris Perkins, South Florida Sun Sentinel
The Miami Dolphins, led by general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan, coach Jeff Hafley and quarterback Malik Willis, opened their newest era Sunday at the Las Vegas Raiders and in ended in a 27-13 loss.
Caleb Douglas makes plays for Dolphins vs. Raiders – Joe Schad, The Palm Beach Post
The Miami Dolphins entered the 2026 NFL season and a season-opener at the Las Vegas Raiders with the youngest roster in the league, an average age of 25.5.
Instant Analysis: Las Vegas Raiders 27, Miami Dolphins 13 – Kenny Rosarion, South Florida Sun Sentinel
Quick thoughts from South Florida Sun Sentinel staffers on the Dolphins’ loss to the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium as Miami begins the 2026 season 0-1.
Five Instant Overreactions to Dolphins-Raiders – Tyler DeSena, Miami Dolphins on SI
Miami fell 27-13 to the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 1
Dolphins Week 1 Instant Takeaways: Uneven Willis, Where Was the D-line? – Alain Poupart, Miami Dolphins on SI
What stood out in the Miami Dolphins’ loss against the Las Vegas Raiders in their 2026 season opener
Dolphins vs. Raiders in-game
Dolphins-Raiders Week 1 Halftime Observations – Alain Poupart, Miami Dolphins on SI
What stood out in the first half of the Miami Dolphins’ 2026 season opener against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium
Dolphins’ Michael Taaffe starts, Dante Trader Jr. subs in for Zayne Anderson later at safety – David Furones, South Florida Sun Sentinel
The Miami Dolphins’ season opener against the Las Vegas Raiders unveiled coach Jeff Hafley’s first starting safety duo after he said three players were competing for the two spots.
Dolphins vs. Raiders pre-game
Why Dolphins LB Jacob Rodriguez is NFL’s only rookie to wear the green dot – C. Isaiah Smalls II, Miami Herald
Zach Sieler knew Jacob Rodriguez was different in the spring.
Jalen Tolbert Headlines Dolphins Week 1 Inactives for Las Vegas Game – Alain Poupart, Miami Dolphins on SI
Going over the inactives for the Miami Dolphins and the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium
Dolphins Poup-Porri: Willis, Expectations and Other Thoughts Heading into Week 1 – Alain Poupart, Miami Dolphins on SI
Miami Dolphins On SI Publisher Alain Poupart offers some observations ahead of the matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders
Here are the five storylines that will define the 2026 Dolphins season – C. Isaiah Smalls II, Miami Herald
The Miami Dolphins will begin a new era on Sunday.
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ICYMI – The Phinsider News and Updates
NFL odds Week 2 2026: Dolphins big underdogs against 49ers – Kevin Nogle, The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins are expected to struggle this season. Their Week 2 opening odds against the San Francisco 49ers match those expectations.
Dolphins vs. Raiders final score, immediate reactions in Week 1 – Kevin Nogle, The Phinsider
Dolphins stumble out the gate in first test of rebuilding team.
Miami Dolphins vs Las Vegas Raiders: Live Thread & Game Information – James McKinney, The Phinsider
Join us live to follow and discuss this afternoon’s season opener between your Miami Dolphins and the Las Vegas Raiders.
Jalen Tolbert inactive for Dolphins vs. Raiders – Kevin Nogle, The Phinsider
The Dolphins inactive list includes wide receiver Jalen Tolbert.
Dolphins vs. Raiders preview: What to watch for Miami in Week 1 – Kevin Nogle, The Phinsider
A quick look at five areas to watch for the Dolphins today against the Raiders.
Miami Dolphins regular season roster: Jersey number changes updated – Kevin Nogle, The Phinsider
Updated Miami Dolphins roster for the 2026 regular season, sorted by number and last name.
Dolphins 2026 Week 1 mailbag: Defensive identity, offensive aggression, and running back depth – Kevin Nogle, The Phinsider
Answering your defense, offense, and running back questions as the Miami Dolphins prepare to face the Las Vegas Raiders.
2026 NFL Week 1 odds, picks: Sunday schedule predictions – Kevin Nogle, The Phinsider
Our Sunday winners picks for Week 1 of 2026 are here.
Dolphins vs. Raiders 2026 Week 1: Start time, TV channel, odds, more – Kevin Nogle, The Phinsider
How can you watch the Dolphins at Raiders game? We have everything you need to know for today’s Week 1 contest.
Fans confident in Dolphins direction as 2026 season begins – Kevin Nogle, The Phinsider
Miami Dolphins fans seem positive about the team, even if the year is expected to be rough.
Miami Dolphins season 2026: Pattern recognition the key to success – Paul Fields, The Phinsider
Finding the patterns will lead to success.
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