Miami Airlines crashes to 33–8 loss in season opener as Daniel Jones shines and Tua struggles: Week 1 struggles haunt Dolphins in blowout defeat. Get all the details and Breakdown exclusively here.
Dolphins vs Colts Recap — Colts Snap Opening-Day Curse
The Indianapolis Colts throttled the Miami Dolphins 33–8, snapping an 11-year opening-day winless streak and delivering a harsh season-opening reality check for the 0–1 Dolphins. ([Reuters][turn0news19]; [ESPN recaps][turn0news9])
Daniel Jones, starring in his Colts debut, completed 22 of 29 passes for 272 yards and 1 TD, plus rushed for 2 more. He became the first quarterback since 1991 to lead scoring drives on all seven possessions. ([Reuters][turn0news19]; [TalkSport][turn0news23])
The Dolphins were dismal—just 211 total yards, three turnovers, and Tua Tagovailoa’s passer rating sank below 52. They avoided a shutout only with a late touchdown and 2-point conversion. ([Miami Dolphins official recap][turn0search3]; [CBS News Miami][turn0search13])
Key Highlights & Performance Stars
- Daniel Jones (Colts): QB efficiency at its finest — career-best start.
- Tyler Warren (rookie TE): Seven receptions, 76 yards in debut — “Three Stars” nod. ([The Phinsider][turn0news24])
- Camryn Bynum & Xavien Howard (Colts defense): Turnover impact — interception and fumble recovery in key moments.
- Dolphins: No standout; offense sputtered, defense overwhelmed.
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Broader Matchup Contexts — Rolling Through the League
In a weekend full of appeal:
- Bills vs Ravens delivered a primetime thriller with the Bills completing a furious comeback.
- Jets vs Steelers saw Aaron Rodgers steal the show in a tight duel.
- Other key matchups: Packers vs Lions, Rams vs Texans, Commanders vs Giants — Week 1 was a showcase of aging stars and new eras.
What This Loss Means for the Dolphins
- New season, old trouble: The offense looked as inconsistent as last year; turnovers and short possessions kill chances.
- Pressure on McDaniel & Tua: Coach Mike McDaniel admitted his team was “dealt some strong humility” — one start down, 17 more to get right.
- Need to regroup: Home opener vs Patriots looms next. This flop sets a dangerous early tone.
What This Win Means for the Colts
- Season restart success: Victory honors late owner Jim Irsay and gives the team swagger.
- Balanced attack clicks: Defense, ground game, and Jones mettle all on display.
- Upcoming clash: Next up — Broncos Week 2, a statement chance.
Jets vs Steelers — Rodgers’ Comeback Caps 34–32 Steelers Win in Season Opener
In a match full of emotion and history, Aaron Rodgers delivered a vintage performance to lead the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 34–32 comeback victory over the New York Jets in Week 1. In his Steelers debut — and against his former team — Rodgers threw four touchdown passes and completed 22 of 30 attempts for 244 yards with a perfect passer rating, underlining that he still has it at 41.
The game swung dramatically late in the fourth. Down 32–31, Rodgers engineered two quick TD drives, followed by Chris Boswell’s career-long 60-yard field goal with just over a minute left, sealing the win.
Justin Fields, now with the Jets, also turned heads — he threw for 218 yards and ran for 48 more, including a late rushing touchdown that briefly put New York ahead. Despite the offense showing spark, Jets’ turnovers, penalties, and special teams errors underscored why they fell short again.
This season opener sets a bold tone: Steelers 1–0, Jets continue to seek answers.
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Wider NFL Week 1 Highlights (Tossing in broader keywords)
| Matchup | Note |
|---|---|
| Bills vs Ravens | Edge-of-seat thriller, comeback win for Bills |
| Packers vs Lions | Packers offense jumps ahead early in season |
| Jets vs Steelers | Rodgers still has it — tight win over Jets |
| Rams vs Texans | Rams’ defense quiets Texans 14–9 |
| Commanders vs Giants | Fields flirts with spark, but Giants lose again |
| 49ers vs Seahawks | Brock Purdy delivers clutch — SF survives in Seattle |