The Miami Dolphins will conclude their preseason on Friday, August 23, at 7:30 p.m. as they travel to Southwest Florida to compete against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Fans can expect comprehensive coverage, including both pregame and postgame analysis.
In their preseason opener, the Dolphins secured a victory against the Atlanta Falcons, although key veterans such as quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and wide receiver Tyreek Hill did not participate in that match. Additionally, first-round draft pick, edge rusher Chop Robinson, was also absent.
During a recent game on Saturday, Tagovailoa completed all five of his passes for a touchdown in his single series, leading the Dolphins to a 13-6 win over the Washington Commanders. This marked his return since signing a lucrative four-year, $212 million contract extension. Tagovailoa demonstrated precision, throwing for 51 yards on a 61-yard scoring drive, which he finished with a 13-yard touchdown pass to River Cracraft on a crucial fourth-and-1 play. For the second week in a row, the Dolphins sealed their victory with a defensive stand inside their 10-yard line in the final moments of the game.
The Dolphins are eager to improve upon their last season’s record of 11-6, aiming for playoff qualification for the third year running and to end their 15-year title drought in the AFC East.
Play-by-play commentary will be provided by CBS Miami’s Steve Goldstein, with color analysis from Kim Bokamper. Mike Cugno will be reporting and conducting interviews from the sidelines.