
The Miami Dolphins began their 2026 campaign on a disappointing note, suffering a 27-13 defeat against the Las Vegas Raiders on September 13. During the opening quarter, Miami returner Malik Washington fielded a kickoff, but the Dolphins struggled to establish competitiveness throughout the contest.
Following the loss, Miami's standing took a hit in the latest NFL power rankings, while defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley addressed an injury sustained by a rookie defender during the matchup.
For Las Vegas, the season-opening triumph marked a positive start following an offseason overhaul that included dismissing Pete Carroll and trading away Geno Smith. The victory, however, comes as both fanbases reevaluate expectations after just one week of play.
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