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Dolphins’ Backups Drive 24-17 Preseason Victory in Detroit

Strong outings by Zach Wilson, Quinn Ewers, Kenneth Grant sharpen Miami’s depth-chart picture ahead of final roster cuts

Aug 16, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Green Bay Packers running back Israel Abanikanda (23) runs the ball during the first half against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images
Aug 16, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Joshua Dobbs (11) hands the ball off to running back JaMycal Hasty (39) against the Minnesota Vikings in the second quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images
Aug 16, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Quinn Ewers (14) looks to hand the ball off against the Detroit Lions in the fourth quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images
Aug 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Dillon Gabriel (5) runs with the ball against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Zach Wilson completed 15 of 23 passes for 151 yards and an 11-yard first-half touchdown but also faced two near-interceptions and took a fourth-down sack
  • Quinn Ewers went 11 of 17 for 116 yards and delivered two second-half touchdown passes to Theo Wease Jr.
  • Wide receiver and punt returner Dee Eskridge caught three passes for 53 yards and scored on an 11-yard TD but fumbled his first return and had a second nullified by an illegal block
  • Rookie defensive tackle Kenneth Grant showcased stout run defense and flashes of pass-rush ability in his first extended preseason action
  • Lions cornerback Ethan Robinson’s diving interception with 22 seconds remaining halted Detroit’s final drive and secured Miami’s win