Overview
- Analysts and fans reacted sharply to a lackluster joint practice with the Detroit Lions, intensifying doubts about Miami’s readiness for the regular season.
- Mike McDaniel has openly acknowledged make-or-break pressure in his fourth year after failing to secure a playoff win in his first three seasons.
- Tua Tagovailoa’s history of concussions and missed games continues to raise availability concerns, prompting reliance on Zach Wilson or rookie Quinn Ewers as contingency starters.
- Lingering reports of tension between Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill have added to questions over locker-room chemistry following offseason comments.
- A strong defensive front seven offers a bright spot, but depth worries on the offensive line and in the run game, combined with a stacked AFC, amplify the need for an early-season surge.