Dolphins news: Miami Dolphins news roundup: Previewing Week 1 and the 2026 season

The Miami Dolphins open their 2026 regular season today when they visit the Las Vegas Raiders. Saturday’s Dolphins news was focused primarily on previewing the game, along with a couple of looks at the 2026 season as a whole. We collected everything for you in one place.

What are you expecting to see today? Do you have a bold prediction for the game or the season? Check out all of the Dolphins news from the last 24 hours below and head to the comments to let us know what you think will happen against the Raiders.

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Three Bold Predictions for the Dolphins in their Week 1 Matchup with Raiders – Tyler Carmona, Miami Dolphins on SI
The Miami Dolphins kick off the Jeff Hafley era in Las Vegas

Game time: Fast facts, odds and injury report for Dolphins at Raiders – David Furones, South Florida Sun Sentinel
Dolphins (0-0) vs. Raiders (0-0)

Who has the edge? Dolphins at Raiders, to start a new era – David Furones, South Florida Sun Sentinel
Here’s a look at how the Miami Dolphins and Las Vegas Raiders match up in six key areas ahead of Sunday’s Week 1 game at Allegiant Stadium (4:25 p.m., Fox):

Setting the Stage for the Dolphins-Raiders Week 1 Matchup – Alain Poupart, Miami Dolphins on SI
The Miami Dolphins will open their 2026 season with a game at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas

Dolphins hope Marshall plan pays dividends. And Ferrell elevated, more news – Barry Jackson, Miami Herald
The new Dolphins regime made a sensible decision by moving second-year players Jonah Savaiinaea and Jason Marshall Jr. back to their college positions.

Dolphins-Raiders Week 1 National Predictions Roundup: How Many Dolphins Believers? – Alain Poupart, Miami Dolphins on SI
How does the national media view the Dolphins’ game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium?

New era of Dolphins football begins with opener in Vegas against Raiders – David Furones, South Florida Sun Sentinel
There will be a lot of firsts when the Miami Dolphins kick off the 2026 season against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Game Preview: Miami Dolphins at Las Vegas Raiders – Travis Wingfield, Miami Dolphins
The 107th season of NFL football is underway, and the Dolphins will kick off the 61st season in franchise history Sunday in Las Vegas.

What to Make of the Dolphins Elevating Clelin Ferrell for the Week 1 Game – Alain Poupart, Miami Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins added an edge defender for their matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders

Examining What Would Constitute a Good 2026 Season for the Miami Dolphins – Alain Poupart, Miami Dolphins on SI
The Miami Dolphins are heading into their season opener with very low outside expectations

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.

Dolphins rookie receivers get their chance: ‘I don’t think there’s any ceiling’ – Barry Jackson, Miami Herald
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Raiders TE Michael Mayer gets 3-year, $45M extension, sources say – ESPN
Tight end Michael Mayer, who is stepping in for an injured Brock Bowers to start the regular season, has received a multiyear extension from the Las Vegas Raiders, the team announced Saturday.

Raiders news: Tight end gets paid – Bill Williamson, Silver and Black Pride
Michael Mayer gets contract extension

Raiders Mailbag: Who needs to step up against Dolphins with Brock Bowers out? – Matt Holder, Silver and Black Pride
Answering Raider Nation’s questions for the week

How will Miami Dolphins use Malik Willis in Week 1 against Las Vegas Raiders? – Matt Holder, Silver and Black Pride
5 questions with the enemy, The Phinsider

Counting Dubs: How Many Games Will the Dolphins Win This Season? – Jim Reed, The Phinsider
What experts, markets and models think about Miami’s chances

Miami Dolphins draft prospects 2027: Who to watch for Oklahoma vs. Michigan – Kevin Nogle, The Phinsider
Taking a look at 10 players to watch in today’s Oklahoma at Michigan college football game.

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