The Miami Dolphins open the 2026 NFL season against the Las Vegas Raiders, and four questions could determine whether Miami starts 1-0. Jeff Hafley enters his first game as an NFL head coach under pressure, while rookie receiver Chris Bell gets his first chance to prove he can become a legitimate weapon for Malik Willis. Wes Goldberg goes 4 Downs for Dolphins-Raiders: Who faces the most pressure? Which rookie matters most? Is Miami’s secondary actually as concerning as it looks? And what’s the formula for a Dolphins win? It starts with De’Von Achane, the running game and winning the turnover battle.
The Miami Dolphins open the 2026 NFL season against the Las Vegas Raiders, and four questions could determine whether Miami starts 1-0. Jeff Hafley enters his first game as an NFL head coach under pressure, while rookie receiver Chris Bell gets his first chance to prove he can become a legitimate weapon for Malik Willis.
Wes Goldberg goes 4 Downs for Dolphins-Raiders: Who faces the most pressure? Which rookie matters most? Is Miami’s secondary actually as concerning as it looks? And what’s the formula for a Dolphins win? It starts with De’Von Achane, the running game and winning the turnover battle.