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Malik Willis Sparks Dolphins' First Win, Holding Off a Late Jets Rally 28-25
Willis threw two touchdown passes and ran for a score as Miami avoided its first 0-6 start since 2019, coach Jeff Hafley said.
On Sunday, October 25, 2026, Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis led the team to their first win of the season, defeating the New York Jets 28-25 at MetLife Stadium.
Under Miami head coach Jeff Hafley, the 1-5 Dolphins avoided an 0-6 start, while the 2-5 Jets fell to 0-8 against AFC East opponents under coach Aaron Glenn.
Willis threw for 208 yards and two touchdowns, while Jets quarterback Geno Smith recorded 287 yards and three scores, including two to tight end Mason Taylor.
A 63-yard touchdown catch by rookie wide receiver Caleb Douglas put Miami ahead 28-17 with 4:44 remaining, and Willis sealed the victory with a 2-yard fourth-down sneak.
The Dolphins return home next week to host the New England Patriots, while the Jets will host Las Vegas as both teams prepare for their next AFC matchups.