Revisiting the early 2026 predictions for the Dolphins at the bye week

Phin Phanatic's Brian Miller revisited his preseason predictions for the Miami Dolphins as the team entered their Week 6 bye. Miller noted that earlier expectations for Miami's win-loss record proved overly optimistic after early losses to opponents such as the Raiders and Vikings. The writer suggested that two total wins might now be the most realistic outcome for the remainder of the 2026 season.

Miller evaluated individual player outcomes, praising rookie linebacker Jacob Rodriguez for an NFL-leading 54 tackles and Defensive Rookie of the Year form. However, he deemed predictions regarding TuTu Atwell and quarterback Malik Willis to be misses, noting Atwell was traded back to the Rams and Willis struggled to establish himself as the long-term solution under center.