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Caleb Douglas Delivers 94‑Yard NFL Debut for Miami

The rookie's strong first game signals a promising target for a thin Dolphins receiver room while raising questions about sustained production with a new starting quarterback.

Overview

  • Douglas caught five passes for 94 yards in his NFL debut, producing the most receiving yards by a rookie wideout in Week 1 according to Underdog NFL.
  • Underdog NFL data showed Douglas led rookie receivers in Week 1 target share (25.9%), catches, total yards and yards after catch (35 yards).
  • The Dolphins lost 27-13 in Las Vegas, and coverage identified Douglas as Miami's main offensive bright spot for the game.
  • Douglas was a third-round pick (75th overall) with strong college production at Texas Tech and standout Combine measurables including a 4.39 40-yard dash and a 6-foot-8 wingspan.
  • Sunday's debut creates immediate opportunity in one of the NFL's least-experienced receiver rooms and sets up a key test of whether Douglas can sustain his production given inconsistent passing from new starter Malik Willis.