Miami’s reserve-heavy preseason showcase produced a promising win for the Dolphins as Zach Wilson ran the show in the first half, completing 15 of 23 passes for 151 yards and a score. Quinn Ewers sparked the offense in the second half, going 11 of 17 for 116 yards and two touchdowns as Miami pulled away late. Detroit countered with Kyle Allen dialing up 14 of 17 for 124 yards and two TDs, while Hendon Hooker struggled through the final two quarters, finishing 6 of 13 for 61 yards with one pick. Ollie Gordon II led Detroit’s ground game with 50 yards on 10 carries and Jacob Saylor added 39 on 13 attempts. The night served as a roster-dress rehearsal, highlighting how depth-chart battles may shape fantasy depth charts and late-season DFS opportunities.

Suspenseful bits included a late first-half sack by Isaac Ukwu that stifled Wilson’s final drive and Lions defenders flashing playmaking potential in the run game. Ewers connected with Theo Wease Jr. and a few other young targets on his first drive back, setting the table for a high-variance, upside-filled QB arc in dynasty leagues. Miami’s special teams and defensive standouts also left quick-impression clips that fantasy managers will note as the teams pare rosters for the finale.