Overview

• Miami fell to 0-2 with a 33-8 loss to the Colts and a 33-27 home defeat to the Patriots.
• Boos greeted the team at Hard Rock Stadium as a plane banner urged the firing of Mike McDaniel and general manager Chris Grier.
• McDaniel said he will not worry about his job security and focus on his work, while players including Chop Robinson and Patrick Paul publicly defended him.
• NFL Research reports Miami allowed points on 12 straight opponent drives dating to Week 18 last season and on the first 10 drives of 2025, underscoring severe defensive issues.
• The primetime game at the Bills on Thursday is widely framed as a pivotal test, with local analysis speculating owner Stephen Ross could consider changes if losses continue.