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Dolphins’ JuJu Brents clears concussion protocol, active vs. Patriots • Nov. 1, 2026, 3:05 PM ET (Orlando Sentinel)
Dolphins-Patriots predictions: Will Miami pull off big upset? • Oct. 30, 2026, 3:00 AM ET (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Dolphins’ JuJu Brents returns to practice, but Kadyn Proctor in greater danger of missing Patriots game • Oct. 29, 2026, 2:18 PM ET (Orlando Sentinel)
Dolphins have two starters in concussion protocol ahead of Patriots game • Oct. 28, 2026, 1:03 PM ET (Orlando Sentinel)
Scrutiny ratchets up on Jets and Aaron Glenn after loss to hapless Dolphins • Oct. 25, 2026, 5:33 PM ET (New York Times)

Facts

Awards And Honors Super Bowl (1974) • Super Bowl (1973)
Date 1966 - present
Headquarters Miami
Areas Of Involvement American football • Today in History—January 14: The “No-Name Guys” and the Perfect Season
Related People Odell Beckham, Jr. • Tyreek Hill • Jimmy Johnson • Nick Saban • Jim Langer • Paul Warfield • Bob Griese • Dan Marino • Don Shula • Larry Csonka

Photos

Dan Marino, wearing a Miami Dolphins uniform and helmet, stands poised to throw a football during an NFL game, with teammates and an opposing player nearby.
Don Shula stands on a football field wearing sunglasses, an orange sweater with a white collar, and beige pants, with a blurred crowd in the background.
Tyreek Hill
Larry Csonka
Miami Dolphins head coach Don Shula stands on the sideline next to quarterback Dan Marino, who is wearing his helmet and wiping his face with a towel during a game.
Tyreek Hill
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