Miami sits 0-2 after a 33-27 loss to New England, with a short week in Buffalo on deck. The defense leaks points and the offense struggles to sustain drives, raising questions for McDaniel and Grier. Austin Jackson is on IR, widening OL concerns and fantasy risk.

Hill remains the main weapon, but line issues and a tougher schedule temper the ceiling. Tua Tagovailoa must dodge pressure to maximize production, while potential depth options could surface as the line settles before Week 3.

Miami aims to rebound at home vs New England after a 33-8 loss in Indianapolis. Five fantasy storylines drive the matchup: can Miami finally generate a pass rush against Drake Maye; will the makeshift O-line hold up with Daniels on IR and Jackson banged up; can the offense reconnect on big plays from Hill and Waddle; avoid a costly special-teams miscue from Brenden Schooler; and can Tua Tagovailoa return to efficient, turnover-light form. The game will shape the early-season fantasy landscape.

Miami's right side is in flux as Austin Jackson lands on IR and James Daniels joins him, forcing a reshaped O-line for at least four games. Borom steps in at right tackle with Kion Smith sliding to right guard; Strange, Brunskill or Lamm may inherit later opportunities. Waller remains in the lineup with a two-TE look, and Wilson Jr. plus Patterson get practice-squad elevations to stay ready. Cornell Armstrong moves up to fifth cornerback as Bonner sits, while Wright is doubtful and Waller stays active.

Depth and tempo become the x-factors: the Dolphins will lean on internal depth, situational protection schemes, and occasional run-game adjustments against a brutal early schedule (Patriots, Bills, Jets, Panthers). The earliest Jackson or Daniels could return is Week 6 vs Chargers, giving Miami a light at the end of the tunnel as Eichenberg works off PUP. Fantasy angles hinge on who seizes the opportunistic reps along the line and how the TE and RB options are deployed in the shift.