Miami Dolphins 2026 schedule is officially here! Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins enter 2026 determined to make a deep playoff run after recent heartbreaks.
Here is the complete Miami Dolphins schedule for 2026 including all 18 game dates, times, opponents, key matchups, home games and bye week details.
Miami Dolphins 2026 Full Schedule
| Week | Date | Opponent | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 13 | vs Buffalo Bills | Hard Rock Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 2 | Sep 20 | @ New England Patriots | Gillette Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 3 | Sep 27 | vs New York Jets | Hard Rock Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 4 | Oct 4 | vs Houston Texans | Hard Rock Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 5 | Oct 11 | @ Baltimore Ravens | M&T Bank Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 6 | Oct 18 | BYE WEEK | — | — |
| 7 | Oct 25 | @ Miami Dolphins | Hard Rock Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 8 | Nov 1 | vs Kansas City Chiefs | Hard Rock Stadium | 4:25 PM |
| 9 | Nov 8 | @ Las Vegas Raiders | Allegiant Stadium | 4:05 PM |
| 10 | Nov 15 | vs New England Patriots | Hard Rock Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 11 | Nov 22 | @ New York Jets | MetLife Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 12 | Nov 29 | vs Pittsburgh Steelers | Hard Rock Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 13 | Dec 6 | @ Buffalo Bills | Highmark Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 14 | Dec 13 | vs Denver Broncos | Hard Rock Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 15 | Dec 20 | @ Indianapolis Colts | Lucas Oil Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 16 | Dec 27 | vs New York Giants | Hard Rock Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 17 | Jan 3 | @ Tennessee Titans | Nissan Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| 18 | Jan 9/10 | vs Baltimore Ravens | Hard Rock Stadium | TBD |
Key Matchups — Miami Dolphins 2026
Week 1 — vs Buffalo Bills
The AFC East rivalry kicks off immediately as the Buffalo Bills visit Hard Rock Stadium on opening day. Josh Allen vs Tua Tagovailoa in a Week 1 divisional clash sets the tone for the entire AFC East race. Miami fans will be rocking from the first snap in what promises to be a season-defining moment right out of the gate.
Week 8 — vs Kansas City Chiefs
Patrick Mahomes and the defending Super Bowl champions come to Hard Rock Stadium in Week 8. This is arguably the biggest home game on Miami’s 2026 schedule — a chance to prove the Dolphins can compete with the AFC’s elite. Tua will need to be at his absolute best against Mahomes in this blockbuster matchup.
Week 5 — @ Baltimore Ravens
A road trip to M&T Bank Stadium to face Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens is one of the toughest tests on Miami’s schedule. The Ravens are always a nightmare matchup for the Dolphins — this game could have major AFC playoff seeding implications.
Miami Dolphins Home Games at Hard Rock Stadium 2026
The Dolphins play 9 home games at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida in 2026. Key home matchups include the Buffalo Bills (Week 1), Houston Texans (Week 4), Kansas City Chiefs (Week 8), New England Patriots (Week 10), Pittsburgh Steelers (Week 12), Denver Broncos (Week 14), New York Giants (Week 16) and Baltimore Ravens (Week 18). Hard Rock Stadium will be absolutely electric all season long!
Miami Dolphins Bye Week 2026
The Miami Dolphins have their bye week in Week 6 — October 18, 2026. This mid-season break gives Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins crucial rest before a demanding second half of the season featuring the Chiefs, Steelers, and multiple AFC East divisional clashes.
Can the Dolphins Make the Playoffs in 2026?
Tua Tagovailoa enters 2026 healthy and hungry after a frustrating injury-plagued 2025 season. The Miami Dolphins have the offensive weapons — Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle, and De’Von Achane — to compete with anyone in the AFC. Their schedule features a brutal AFC East with the Bills as the division favorite, but Miami has home-field advantage in critical divisional matchups. A playoff berth is very much achievable for the Dolphins in 2026 if Tua stays healthy.
FAQ — Miami Dolphins 2026 Schedule
Q: When do the Miami Dolphins open the 2026 NFL season?
A: The Dolphins open at home against the Buffalo Bills on September 13 at Hard Rock Stadium — a massive AFC East opener!
Q: When is the Dolphins bye week in 2026?
A: The Miami Dolphins have their bye week in Week 6 — October 18, 2026.
Q: How many home games do the Dolphins play in 2026?
A: The Dolphins play 9 home games at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida in 2026.
Q: Who is the Dolphins toughest opponent in 2026?
A: The Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs are the two toughest opponents — both games have massive playoff implications.
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