Overview
- Raheem Mostert returns to the Dolphins' lineup after recovering from a chest injury, hoping to boost a struggling rushing attack.
- Odell Beckham Jr. is set to make his season debut, joining Miami's receiving corps alongside Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle.
- The Dolphins will play without starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, with Tyler Huntley stepping in for his second consecutive start.
- New England Patriots face their own injury challenges, missing both starting safeties, Kyle Dugger and Jabrill Peppers.
- Miami's defense is also impacted, with safety Jordan Poyer out and recent acquisition Tyus Bowser stepping in as an edge rusher.