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From a fantasy lens, Ewers’ upside remains tethered to development and a clearer path to the roster, not immediate production. The Bears’ pass rush highlighted the distance between college stardom and pro readiness, but the Dolphins clearly drafted Ewers for potential rather than immediate impact. In the end, this game offered a frame for evaluating upside, depth-chart implications, and a clearer view of how Miami might balance growth with the 53-man decisions.

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Quinn Ewers’ first NFL snaps were rocky but revealing for Miami. He completed only 5 of 18 passes for 91 yards, was sacked twice and lost two fumbles, with the Dolphins rallying to a 24-24 tie against Chicago in a game that underscored the rookie’s learning curve under pressure. A late 21-yard connection to Alexander Mattison and an ensuing Ollie Gordon II TD helped spark a brief Miami lead, but the overall command and pocket feel were still developing as the Bears brought heavy pressure.

Behind the scenes, the backup picture didn’t flip with Ewers’ rough afternoon. Zach Wilson was steadier, going 5 of 9 for 96 yards, and while neither came away clean, the edge in consistency leaned toward Wilson. Tyreek Hill’s looming future with the Dolphins drew some chatter around roster philosophy, while Tua Tagovailoa remains the unquestioned starter. The camp context suggested Miami would be patient with Ewers, weighing the veteran protection and the rookie’s growth as preseason progresses.

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The Miami Dolphins made a significant move

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