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Bleacher Report cautions against sweeping conclusions after Week 1 of the 2026 NFL preseason, highlighting seven overreactions (Caleb Douglas, Keon Coleman, Sonny Styles, Drew Allar, Jaxson Dart, Cam Ward, Ty Simpson) and emphasizing that coaches test schemes with backups, so a single game’s performance doesn’t determine regular-season roles or futures.
In the Dolphins’ preseason opener, Caleb Douglas flashed with a one-handed grab after an earlier out-of-bounds miscue, Malik Willis showed mobility and productive bootleg plays, the starting offensive line looked strong while the depth behind them struggled, and rookie Chris Johnson began to carve out a role as the top nickel defender.
Malik Willis showed command in his first Dolphins action, directing a 93-yard opening drive and finishing 4-for-5 for 43 yards as the Dolphins fell 20-7 to the Washington Commanders in a preseason debut. Rookie Caleb Douglas hauled in a spectacular 28-yard one-handed catch on the first third-down, underscoring early chemistry. The starting offensive line blocked well, enabling De’Von Achane to gain 36 yards and score, and the linebacker corps looked like the strongest unit. But depth behind the starters struggled: backups threw multiple interceptions, the offense stalled, and the defense allowed 20 unanswered points, highlighting depth concerns if injuries mount.
In Ashburn, the Washington Commanders controlled the day in a joint practice with the Dolphins, exploiting a depleted Miami secondary as Jayden Daniels dissected Miami’s defense in 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 drills. Miami’s offense struggled with pass protection and consistency, Willis showing mobility but also taking a late pick-six, while several Dolphins regulars (Sieler, Trader Jr., Brents, Johnson) were sidelined. Caleb Douglas emerged for Miami with a stock-up performance, but the offensive line and secondary were the day’s stock-downs as the teams mixed in a heavy physical pace.
At Dolphins training camp, Malik Willis rebounded from a rough day with a TD pass in red-zone drills and the first designed rushing score of camp, while rookie Caleb Douglas stood out with a one‑handed 5-yard TD catch in red-zone work. Willis also had a late interception on a tipped pass, and backup QB Quinn Ewers showed indecision under pressure as the team continues to evaluate Willis’ development in the offense ahead of a day off.
In the Dolphins’ final practice of the first block, Malik Willis looked sharper at quarterback (about 6-for-10 with a couple TDs) and added QB keepers, as the red-zone period produced more offense. Caleb Douglas was heavily involved with multiple catches, including a near end-zone grab, while the defense logged a takeaway and several stops. Other quarterbacks (Ewers, Miller, Gronowski) showed flashes but didn’t dominate, and notable highlights included Donovan Edwards’ 8-yard TD run and sustained activity from several veterans. Attendance was full for the session, and the team returns Sunday for the first open practice at 9:30 a.m.
During the second day of Miami Dolphins minicamp, veteran guard Jamaree Salyer left practice on a cart with the reason undisclosed, while receiver Caleb Douglas rode a stationary bike and did not participate; several players were limited or sidelined, but the session continued with a focus on development and special teams as coach Jeff Hafley wraps the three-day camp.
The Miami Dolphins wrapped up the 2026 NFL Draft with 13 rookies under GM Jon-Eric Sullivan and coach Jeff Hafley, emphasizing smart, tough players who should bolster the offensive line, secondary, and receiver groups. First-round picks Kadyn Proctor and Chris Johnson project to start or contribute early, while a diverse Day 3 group—Caleb Douglas, Will Kacmarek, Chris Bell, Jacob Rodriguez, Kyle Louis, Trey Moore, Michael Taaffe, Kevin Coleman Jr., Seydou Traore, DJ Campbell, and Max Llewellyn—will push for snaps and depth. Notably, the team did not draft a quarterback, signaling a focus on competition across the roster rather than immediate QB development.
National outlets graded the Dolphins' first three picks under Jon-Eric Sullivan with mixed opinions: Kadyn Proctor and Chris Johnson drew praise for upgrading the trenches and secondary, Jacob Rodriguez earned solid-to-strong notes from some outlets, while Caleb Douglas drew the sharpest skepticism as a third-round reach; CBS Sports led with high marks (A-), ESPN and SI offered favorable yet cautious takes, and NFL.com weighed in with solid B grades, framing the draft as a rebuild with debate over fit and opportunity cost.
Miami used Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft to add high-upside receivers Caleb Douglas (Texas Tech) and Chris Bell (Louisville). Bell, coming off ACL surgery, is viewed as a potential No. 1 receiver who could contribute as soon as health allows, while Douglas adds depth. The Dolphins say they are building for 2028 and beyond, banking on Bell's return and the long-term upside rather than focusing solely on the 2026 season.