The Dolphins’ 14-6 preseason win over Jacksonville wasn’t pretty, but the depth shone. Miami’s depth receivers and linemen piled up strong grades, while the defense swarmed the Jaguars’ reserve unit. Malik Washington and Cam Smith led standout performances on offense and defense, respectively, with Tua Tagovailoa posting a rough opening night but salvageable numbers from the deeper roster. PFF’s grades illuminate a clear fantasy signal: late-round depth pieces for immediate add and high-upside, especially at corner and receiver, plus a caution on relying on the starter-heavy lines in the first week of the season.

Key takeaways for fantasy managers: Washington and Armstrong flashed in the target-rich depth corps, while Smith blocked out the noise with a top defensive mark. Tindall and Dequan Jackson emerged as playmakers on defense, giving the Dolphins a sturdy base behind the stars. The Jaguars rested top players, skewing the data toward Miami’s depth; still, the grades provide a blueprint for who to circle in weeks 1-2, especially in DFS and streamer moves at receiver and corner.

Overall, the Dolphins used the exhibition to validate depth roles that could translate to fantasy value, while the defense reinforced its upside as a calculated bet in defensive-sleeper formats. This game underscored the value of monitoring preseason reps for late-round fliers who could emerge as reliable point scorers when the games start to count.