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sports20 days ago•2 min saved

Under-Center Reign Continues as 49ers-Dolphins Preview

The 49ers are likely to keep their under-center formations and pre-snap motion, a wrinkle that has yielded strong results and high EPA per play, while Miami’s defense leans heavily on base looks. If the Dolphins stay in base, San Francisco may attack early downs with more passes. Additionally, the 49ers’ ability to pressure a mobile quarterback without heavy blitzing will be key in slowing down an air-it-out approach and limiting downfield shots.

via Niners Nation|

#49ers #dolphins #game-preview

san-francisco-49ers-injuries21 days ago•25 min saved

Dolphins’ top edge rusher could miss Week 2 vs. 49ers

Dolphins' top pass rusher Chop Robinson is in the concussion protocol ahead of Week 2 vs. the 49ers, threatening Miami’s edge rush behind backups Rob Beal Jr., Josh Uche and Malik Herring; linebacker Ronine Harrison has a hamstring injury and hasn’t practiced, and the Dolphins’ special-teams shuffles could spark big plays for Deebo Samuel and Jacob Cowing.

via Niners Nation|

#chop-robinson #concussion-protocol #dolphins

sports21 days ago•5 min saved

49ers Welcome Dolphins Back Home With Five Quick Predictions

San Francisco hosts Miami after the Australia trip, with five rapid takes: McCaffrey or Purdy as the offensive star, Bosa or Warner on defense, Levi’s Stadium vibes vs the 49ers’ depth as the x-factor, turnovers or yards per carry as the key stat, and two predicted outcomes—49ers 27-13 (Kawakami) or 24-17 (Lombardi). The Dolphins opened with a loss to the Raiders and will test a rested 49ers squad.

via The San Francisco Standard|

#49ers #dolphins #levis-stadium

science22 days ago•5 min saved

Dolphin Bubbles Eats Regurgitated Prey in a Rare Foraging Trick

A male bottlenose dolphin nicknamed Bubbles at Lady Elliot Island regurgitates prey by causing bigeye trevally to vomit under stress, then eats the regurgitated food. Documented in Ecology and Evolution, this kleptoparasitic foraging appears to be a learned, energy-saving strategy that may involve echolocation cues to identify targets, though more data are needed to determine how common the behavior is among dolphins.

via Ars Technica|

#dolphins #foraging #kleptoparasitism

travel23 days ago•13 min saved

Diving's thin line: a 13-hour Red Sea drift ends in rescue and renewal

A 2004 Red Sea dive turned into a 13-hour drift when a sudden current separated Alexandra Alves Gaspar and her group from their liveaboard; after exhausting efforts and limited tracking, local fishermen led a dramatic rescue with help from a regional search, leaving her traumatized but hooked on diving, and decades later she returns to the same waters, even swimming with dolphins who she recalls as part of the miracle, while noting improved safety tech that makes diving safer today.

via CNN|

#diving #dolphins #red-sea

sports23 days ago•2 min saved

Jeanty Breakout Sparks Raiders in Week 1 Win Over Dolphins

The Raiders opened the season with a 27-13 win over the Dolphins, powered by Ashton Jeanty’s 102 rushing yards, 45 receiving yards, and 2 touchdowns. Tight end Michael Mayer was a focal point with six catches and excellent blocking, while Tyler Linderbaum, Jackson Powers-Johnson, Kolton Miller and DJ Glaze helped pave the way for a dominant run game and solid pass protection under Klint Kubiak’s play-action attack. Spencer Burford had a few costly blocks, including a tackle-for-loss and a late misblock, and was involved on the sequence that led to an interception by Kirk Cousins, highlighting a strong offensive performance with a few noticeable hiccups.

via Raiders Wire|

#ashton-jeanty #dolphins #michael-mayer

sports23 days ago•3 min saved

Dolphins' Week 1 rookies flash as building blocks for the future

The Miami Dolphins leaned on their draft class in Week 1 against the Raiders, showing immediate building-block potential. 2nd-round linebacker Jacob Rodriguez wore the green-dot and led the defense with 14 tackles on every snap, while 1st-round corner Chris Johnson played all defensive snaps with 11 tackles and two pass breakups but was part of two Raiders touchdowns. Caleb Douglas stood out at receiver with 5 catches for 94 yards, Kadyn Proctor started and held up with just one false start on 100% of snaps, and several other rookies contributed in limited roles. DJ Campbell and Justin Joly were inactive. The game underscored a plan to rely on the draft to shape the roster, even as players refine consistency and coverage.

via Phin Phanatic|

#dolphins #nfl #rookie-grades

sports24 days ago•5 min saved

Dolphins rookies shine with 10+ tackles each, but defense shows run-stopping gaps

Rookie linebackers Jacob Rodriguez (14) and Chris Johnson (11) combined for double-digit tackles in their NFL debuts, a Dolphins rookie first since 1996, as Rodriguez showed strong pass coverage and Johnson contributed in run defense. The unit, however, had first-half run-defense issues and did not record a sack, while Taaffe and Trader Jr. notched interceptions. PFF grades were mixed across the defense, with some linemen praised for run defense and others rated poorly. Rodriguez and Johnson played all 68 defensive snaps; Kyle Louis was injured and is expected to miss the next game, as Miami prepares for the 49ers.

via Miami Herald|

#defense #dolphins #nfl

sports24 days ago•7 min saved

Dolphins Open Season with Mixed Bag: Four Winners, Four Losers in Raiders Loss

Miami fell 27-13 to Las Vegas in Week 1, highlighted by solid defensive contributions from rookies like Jacob Rodriguez (14 tackles) and Jordyn Brooks (nine tackles), a big-but-underutilized performance from Caleb Douglas (94 yards on five catches), and standout near-miss plays from Michael Taaffe. The Dolphins’ issues linger on the offensive line (Austin Jackson struggled vs Crosby), secondary, and kicking outside of a brief early success by Riley Patterson. Chop Robinson was largely quiet, while Taaffe showed playmaking potential with a near interception and a forced fumble attempt that was ruled down. Four players were labeled winners (Rodriguez, Douglas, Taaffe, Brooks) and four losers (Chop Robinson, Chris Johnson, Austin Jackson, Riley Patterson).

via Sports Illustrated|

#dolphins #nfl #raiders

sports25 days ago•2 min saved

Hafley Urges Growth After Dolphins' Rough Opener Loss to Raiders

After a 27-13 loss to the Raiders, Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley called the opener inconsistent and disappointing but said the fight was there and noted positives like improved run defense and tackling; he backed Malik Willis despite an interception, attributed the loss in part to penalties and special-teams miscues, and outlined rotations at safety among Zayne Anderson, Michael Taaffe and Dante Trader Jr. Hafley also said JuJu Brents could be fined if taunting is confirmed, acknowledged Kyle Louis was ruled out with a knee injury, and praised how rookies responded while stressing the need for better communication and play-calling as the season unfolds.

via Miami Herald|

#dolphins #hafley #nfl

sports25 days ago•5 min saved

Klint Kubiak era kicks off with Raiders' all-around win over Dolphins

The Raiders opened Klint Kubiak’s tenure with a 27-13 home win over the Dolphins, delivering an all-around performance across offense, defense, and special teams. Cousins started strong by hitting his first nine passes but finished with two interceptions; Ashton Jeanty surged with 102 rushing yards and two receiving TDs while rookie Mike Washington contributed; Kwity Paye and Foley Fatukasi anchored the pass rush and run defense; the revamped O-line kept Cousins clean, and A.J. Cole’s booming punts helped flip field position. Vegas benefited from timely plays and a loud home crowd, signaling progress—though questions about consistency and weapons remain as the schedule unfolds.

via Silver And Black Pride|

#dolphins #kirk-cousins #klint-kubiak

sports27 days ago•5 min saved

Dolphins Kick Off Season with Bold Plays: Willis Dash, Robinson Edge, Rookie Receivers Shine

The Miami Dolphins open their season against the Raiders with three bold predictions: Malik Willis finishes with more than 75 rushing yards and a rushing TD; Chop Robinson records two sacks; and Miami’s rookie receivers Caleb Douglas and Chris Bell outproduce Las Vegas’ current WR group, giving Willis more options and a higher offensive ceiling.

via Sports Illustrated|

#dolphins #nfl #predictions

sports1 month ago•7 min saved

Dolphins push youth-first rebuild with QB plan and roster reshuffle

Miami Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan outlined a youth-forward rebuild after eight cuts and seven waiver claims, reiterating a draft-and-develop approach and salary-cap discipline. He described Kyle McCord and Brady Cook as promising development quarterbacks to back Malik Willis, and explained why Quinn Ewers was moved on for a fresh start. The plan centers on developing a young core (Caleb Douglas, Chris Bell, Kevin Coleman, Malik Washington) and strong special teams (Ryan Miller), with Kadyn Proctor at left guard and a developing secondary, while staying selective with free agency and prioritizing weekly improvement.

via Miami Herald|

#development #dolphins #nfl

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Dolphins sign two former Packers to practice squad, widening their Green Bay pipeline

The Miami Dolphins added two ex-Packers to their practice squad: wide receiver Will Sheppard, who starred in Green Bay’s 2026 preseason (9 receptions, 73 yards, 2 TDs including a punt return TD) but didn’t make the 53-man roster, and cornerback Jaylin Simpson, a 2024 fifth-round pick who spent most of 2025 on the Packers’ practice squad and had 8 tackles in the 2026 preseason. The moves continue a Packers-to-Dolphins pipeline under Dolphins personnel and coaching staff with Green Bay ties.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|

#dolphins #jaylin-simpson #packers

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Dolphins 53-Man Shuffle: Winners Rise, Veterans Fall

After the initial 53-man cutdown and waiver activity, the Dolphins’ roster featured clear winners and losers: winners DJ Herman (converted to fullback and proving versatile for special teams), Keith Cooper Jr. (emerging as a flexible, disruptive defensive lineman), Ryan Miller (waiver pickup who earned a 53-man spot), and Quinn Ewers (benefiting from a favorable move to Jacksonville); losers Tyrel Dodson (high 2026 cap hit, opening room for younger LB options), DT Matthew Butler (outpaced by Cooper), AJ Henning (waived after appearing to compete for a spot), RB Carlos Washington Jr. (not kept on the 53, added to practice squad), and EDGE Clelin Ferrell (failed to stand out). Cap considerations and camp performance largely dictated who stayed and who didn’t.

via Sports Illustrated|

#dolphins #nfl #roster-cuts