Ugly is an understatement for the Dolphins in a 33-8 thumping at Indianapolis. Three Tua Tagovailoa turnovers (two picks, one fumble) produced 17 points for the Colts and a 23-0 hole that Miami never climbed out of. Injuries to Storm Duck and James Daniels further crippled a shaky offense line that hasn’t spent much time together, while young Miami players were exposed in their first extended action. The defense couldn’t slow the Colts’ surge, and the coaching chess match tipped decisively in Indy’s favor.

Indy’s plan leaned on a battered Dolphins edge and a far more cohesive Colts front, as Nelson and Raimann drew the eye on the left side and Daniel Jones operated efficiently under pressure. Miami’s receivers and Tua struggled to connect, especially Tyreek Hill, who battled a wrist/oblique hurdle and finished with modest numbers. The Debut Week setback raises questions about play-calling, protection schemes, and how quickly Miami can right the ship.