2024 Miami Dolphins Season Preview: Schedule, How to Watch, Key Players

Miami Dolphins 2024 NFL Season Preview

The Miami Dolphins are entering the 2024 NFL season with high expectations after a strong 11-6 finish in 2023. With key offseason moves and a challenging schedule ahead, the Dolphins aim to make a deep playoff run and compete for the AFC East title under head coach Mike McDaniel.

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Dolphins Key Additions and Subtractions

Additions:

• Shaq Barrett, EDGE: Signed to a one-year deal worth up to $9 million to bolster the pass rush.
• Jonnu Smith, TE: Added on a two-year contract to enhance the tight end position.
• Jordan Poyer, S: Signed from the Buffalo Bills to strengthen the secondary.
• Odell Beckham Jr., WR: Brought in to add a dynamic element to the receiving corps.

Subtractions:

• Christian Wilkins, DT: Departed in free agency, leaving a gap in the defensive line.
• Raekwon Davis, DT: Also left in free agency, further impacting the defensive front.
• Cedrick Wilson, WR: Left in free agency, reducing depth at wide receiver.

Dolphins 2024 NFL Schedule with TV Channel and How to Watch

Preseason

• Week 1: Fri, Aug 9 vs Atlanta Falcons, 7:00 PM, NFL Network
• Week 2: Sat, Aug 17 vs Washington Commanders, 7:00 PM, NFL Network
• Week 3: Fri, Aug 23 @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 7:30 PM, NFL Network

Regular Season

Week	Date	Opponent	Time	TV
1	Sep 8	vs Jacksonville Jaguars	1:00 PM	CBS
2	Sep 12	vs Buffalo Bills	8:15 PM	Prime Video
3	Sep 22	@ Seattle Seahawks	4:05 PM	CBS
4	Sep 30	vs Tennessee Titans	7:30 PM	ESPN
5	Oct 6	@ New England Patriots	1:00 PM	FOX
6	BYE
7	Oct 20	@ Indianapolis Colts	1:00 PM	FOX
8	Oct 27	vs Arizona Cardinals	1:00 PM	FOX
9	Nov 3	@ Buffalo Bills	1:00 PM	CBS
10	Nov 11	@ Los Angeles Rams	8:15 PM	ESPN
11	Nov 17	vs Las Vegas Raiders	1:00 PM	CBS
12	Nov 24	vs New England Patriots	1:00 PM	CBS
13	Nov 28	@ Green Bay Packers	8:20 PM	NBC
14	Dec 8	vs New York Jets	1:00 PM	CBS
15	Dec 15	@ Houston Texans	1:00 PM	CBS
16	Dec 22	vs San Francisco 49ers	4:25 PM	CBS
17	Dec 29	@ Cleveland Browns	8:20 PM	NBC
18	Jan 5	@ New York Jets	TBD	TBD

How to Watch the Miami Dolphins Online

Television:

• CBS: Watch Dolphins games live on CBS.
• FOX: Watch games live on FOX.
• NBC: Sunday Night Football live on NBC.
• ESPN: Monday Night Football live on ESPN.
• NFL Network: Nearly 200 live NFL games, including Thursday Night Football.

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Dolphins Historical Information

The Miami Dolphins were established in 1966 and have a storied history, including two Super Bowl victories (VII, VIII) and the NFL’s only perfect season in 1972. The team has seen many legendary players, such as Dan Marino, Larry Csonka, and Jason Taylor. The Dolphins play their home games at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, which has a seating capacity of 65,000.

Storylines to Watch

1. Tua Tagovailoa‘s Continued Development: Can Tua build on his impressive 2023 season and lead the Dolphins deep into the playoffs?
2. Impact of New Additions: How will Shaq Barrett, Jonnu Smith, Jordan Poyer, and Odell Beckham Jr. integrate into the team’s system and contribute to its success?
3. Defensive Line Adjustments: With the departures of Christian Wilkins and Raekwon Davis, how will the defensive line perform?
4. Mike McDaniel’s Second Year: How will head coach Mike McDaniel continue to develop his offensive scheme and lead the Dolphins in his second season?
5. Playoff Aspirations: After a strong 2023 season, can the Dolphins break their long postseason drought and win a playoff game for the first time in over two decades?

The 2024 season holds significant promise for the Miami Dolphins. With key additions and a solid core of returning players, the team aims to compete at the highest level and make a deep playoff run. The Dolphins’ ability to navigate a challenging schedule and integrate new talent will be crucial to their success.