Miami’s 0-2 start exposes a brittle operation: penalties, miscommunication, and a pass rush that hasn’t flipped games. Tua Tagovailoa throws for 315 yards with two TDs, yet a late INT and a stalled run game doom the comeback as Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle flash, while a kickoff-return TD swings momentum. The Bills visit next, and Miami must fix basic execution across all three phases or face mounting questions about McDaniel and Grier.

Fixing the core issues—clean substitutions, disciplined tackling, and a more disruptive front seven—could unlock a steadier offense and a more trustworthy defense. If Miami can stabilize, the playmakers in the passing game can carry the load, and the crowd’s faith could return in time for a critical late-season push.

Kendall Lamm is back with the Miami Dolphins, giving the offensive line a veteran anchor as the unit retools with three new starters. His versatility at left and right tackle and his familiarity with the offense should accelerate chemistry early in the season.

Last year he started seven games at right tackle, didn’t allow a sack over 500+ snaps, and is coming off back surgery. With a full offseason to recover, Lamm’s return signals stability for an upgrading line and potentially steadier pass protection for Tua Tagovaiola and a more balanced attack for Miami.

Miami trims to 53 ahead of Week 1 with a sharp eye on offensive line depth. The five anchors — Patrick Paul, Jonah Savaiinaea, Aaron Brewer, James Daniels, and Austin Jackson — are set, but reserve tackles remain a concern behind them. Germain Ifedi and Yodny Cajuste are on IR, and Liam Eichenberg and Andrew Meyer likely start the season on the PUP list, leaving the unit thin and exposed.

With several reserves underwhelming in camp — notably Kion Smith, Ryan Hayes, and Jackson Carman — the Dolphins are expected to pursue a veteran tackle via trade or waivers. The Patriots could hold enticing options, though trades within the division are rare. Week 1 roster shape will hinge on quick, decisive moves after cuts on Monday and Tuesday.

Ultimately, depth at tackle and the ability to plug in immediate blockers will determine Week 1 outcomes and fantasy upside for the Dolphins’ invested players. Watch for a veteran addition that reshapes the line’s durability and run/pass balance.