The Miami Dolphins lost to the Minnesota Vikings this past weekend, dropping to 0-4 on the year. It is a rough start to the season, but that was expected for a team that has turned over most of its roster this year. The Dolphins are in the early stages of a complete franchise rebuild, and they are experiencing the growing pains that come with it.
That does not make it any easier to watch, especially when the Dolphins start making unforced errors and rookie mistakes. But they are a part of the process,
and the team is fighting through them. Against the Vikings, the Dolphins looked better than they had in the previous three weeks, providing a small part of the silver lining around a dark cloud.
The Palm Beach Post’s Joe Schad took a look at the Dolphins’ loss and provided his overreactions for the game, including running back Ollie Gordon II becoming the team’s number one running back and the possibility of an 0-17 season for Miami:
Ollie Gordon II has surpassed Jaylen Wright
Overreaction? Yes. Ollie Gordon had a good game. Jaylen Wright did not. It’s one game…Dolphins headed for 0-17
Overreaction? Yes. As you saw on Sunday, Miami is capable of winning a game or two or three this season. It will happen at some point. It’s just a matter of when. This team lacks talent and experience. But it does not lack effort…
Schad also considered if defensive tackle Zach Sieler is a trade candidate, if cornerback Jason Marshall should be a starter, and if quarterback. Malik Willis has proven he is not the answer.
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Miami Dolphins overreaction Monday: Ollie Gordon RB1? – Joe Schad, The Palm Beach Post
The Miami Dolphins are 0-4, which is not a surprise, really.
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Dolphins can’t get out of their own way in sloppy loss to Vikings – Omar Kelly, Miami Herald
The Miami Dolphins aren’t going to beat an opponent this season until South Florida’s NFL franchise stops beating itself.
Grading Dolphins’ 15-10 loss against Minnesota Vikings; plus stock up, stock down – David Furones, South Florida Sun Sentinel
The Miami Dolphins are getting closer to that first win under their new regime, but it still escaped them in Sunday’s defensive struggle against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Miami Dolphins 2026 Week 4 Snap Counts Stories: (Overly) Busy Day for the Defense – Alain Poupart, Miami Dolphins on SI
Diving into the playing time against the Kansas City Chiefs and the implications for Jaylen Wright, Josh Uche, Will Kacmarek and others
Another issue hurting Dolphins. And play time changes, grades, notes by position – Barry Jackson, Miami Herald
On a team with so much youth, the Dolphins need their most experienced players to perform at their absolute best.
Breaking Down Five Key Plays in the Dolphins’ Week 4 Loss – Alex Villasis, Miami Dolphins on SI
The Miami Dolphins entered at one point as 10.5-point underdogs against the Minnesota Vikings. This game reflected the opposite of that spread, with the Dolphins holding the Vikings out of the end zone with a resilient defensive performance. Ultimately, Miami fell short, losing to the Vikings 15-10 and falling to 0-4 on the season.
Dolphins’ Chris Bell: ‘I’ve just got to be aware of where I’m at on the field’ – Chris Perkins, South Florida Sun Sentinel
Miami Dolphins rookie wide receiver Chris Bell said he lost his place on the field early in the second quarter of Sunday’s 15-10 loss at the Minnesota Vikings when he had an apparent 68-yard touchdown reception called back due to an illegal touch penalty.
Dolphins vs. Bengals preview
Dolphins could catch a break vs. Bengals in the form of injuries – Chris Perkins, South Florida Sun Sentinel
The winless Miami Dolphins (0-4) think they’re inching closer and closer to their first win of the season, and with a little luck, which might be on the way, it could happen this week against Cincinnati.
Dolphins secondary
Why the Dolphins’ next two matchups will show where young CB unit is at – C. Isaiah Smalls II, Miami Herald
The Miami Dolphins will learn a lot about their young cornerbacks over the next few weeks.
Dolphins injuries
Dolphins’ Hafley addresses injuries, Grant status and notable message to team – Barry Jackson, Miami Herald
Former Dolphins first-round pick Kenneth Grant will return to practice on Wednesday, as he makes his way back from an undisclosed lower-body injury that has sidelined him for the first four games.
Former Dolphins
When will Tyreek Hill return to NFL? Ex-Dolphins WR’s agent says soon – C. Isaiah Smalls II, Miami Herald
Tyreek Hill might be close to a return.
Could former Dolphins star Tyreek Hill be rejoining Chiefs soon? – David Furones, South Florida Sun Sentinel
Former Miami Dolphins star wide receiver Tyreek Hill’s midseason return to the NFL could be fast approaching, and it’s possible a reunion with the Kansas City Chiefs is in play.
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Dolphins vs. Bengals odds: Opening lines for Week 5 matchup – Kevin Nogle, The Phinsider
The Cincinnati Bengals are banged up, but are still listed as heavy favorites against the Miami Dolphins in Week 5.
Fins Up, Fins Down | Winners and losers from Miami Dolphins week four loss – Marek Brave, The Phinsider
Zach Sieler shows out, while Miami’s special teams displays warts once again.
The Good, Bad & Ugly from the Miami Dolphins Week 4 loss to the Minnesota Vikings – Marek Brave, The Phinsider
Miami nearly escapes Minnesota with victory; ultimately falls 15-10 to Vikings.
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