Eagles at Dolphins

Franchise Hub Beat · 1h ago

In a hard-fought battle to kick off the 2027 season, the Miami Dolphins narrowly defeated the Philadelphia Eagles, 14-10. Both teams were looking to establish momentum early in the campaign, but it was the Dolphins who came out on top in this Week 1 showdown.

Miami's Cam Ward showcased his skills, throwing for 264 yards and a touchdown, leading his team through critical moments of the game. Meanwhile, Philadelphia's Rico Dowdle was a standout on the ground, racking up 94 rushing yards, but the Eagles struggled to convert those opportunities into points. David Njoku also made his mark for the Dolphins, amassing 88 receiving yards and providing a reliable target for Ward.

Defensively, the Eagles put up a strong fight, with Garrett Williams recording eight total tackles and Bradley Chubb contributing 1.5 sacks. However, it was Miami's ability to make key stops, especially in the second half, that kept the Eagles at bay. A critical moment came late in the fourth quarter when Philadelphia's drive stalled deep in Dolphins territory, allowing Miami to hold on for the victory.