Dolphins vs. Lions live updates: Score, highlights from preseason game
Dolphins and Lions players already got plenty of reps against each other earlier this week when the two teams met for joint practices on Wednesday and Thursday. While the first of those sessions was a lopsided domination by Detroit, the second joint practice was much more even.
On Saturday, it'll be the backups in the spotlight with an opportunity for them to show they deserve a higher spot on the depth chart. For some, it'll be a chance to show they're worthy of a place on the 53-man roster.
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Dolphins 24, Lions 17 - Final
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Ethan Robinson makes impressive game-sealing interception
The Dolphins' undrafted rookie doesn't have much of a shot of making the roster, but he showed a remarkable amount of athleticism on his game-ending interception.
Dolphins' lead extended with 22-yard Jason Sanders field goal
Another impressive drive led by Ewers came up just short of a third touchdown for the rookie. On a third down near the goal line, the seventh-round pick rolled to his right and tried to complete a Theo Wease Jr. hat trick, but the ball was batted away.
Quinn Ewers and Theo Wease connect for another one
The Dolphins rookies did it again with Ewers and Gordon leading the team down the field. And just like the last touchdown drive for Miami, Ewers found Wease in the end zone for six.
Jake Bailey isn't giving up his job without a fight
Bailey slightly outplayed Ryan Stonehouse in the preseason opener, but made a statement Saturday. The latter's two punts went 38 and 42 yards with one downed inside the 20. Bailey boomed 50 and 59 yarders, neither of which were returned. The 59-yard punt was downed inside the Lions' 10-yard line.
Lions on top again after chip shot field goal
A Hendon Hooker rushing touchdown was nullified by a holding penalty, forcing the Lions to eventually settle for a 33-yard field goal.
Dolphins tie it up with a rookies-led touchdown drive
An A.J. Henning punt return followed by a healthy helping of Quinn Ewers and Ollie Gordon II got the Dolphins back to even with the Lions early in the second half. Miami punctuated the drive with a 15-yard touchdown pass from Ewers to undrafted rookie Theo Wease Jr.
Jordan Phillips ragdolls Hendon Hooker for a sack
The Dolphins' fifth-round rookie has been a standout in camp and preseason. That continued Saturday with plenty of stout plays against the run and a ferocious sack.
Lions carve up Miami on a 2-minute drill
Detroit took over inside the 20-yard line with just under two minutes left in the half. In the next 80 seconds, the Lions drove 83 yards, capping it with an 11-yard touchdown from Kyle Allen to Isaac TeSlaa over Dolphins cornerback Cornell Armstrong.
Dolphins turn it over on downs in the red zone
There were missed opportunities aplenty for the Dolphins on what was likely their last drive of the first half. Zach Wilson missed Dee Eskridge on a deep ball and later put a ball just out of reach of Tarik Black, who was open in the end zone. On a fourth down, the Lions ended the drive with a sack of Wilson.
Lions tie it up with a touchdown on 4th down
After the Dolphins forced a fourth-and-7 in the red zone, the Lions rolled the dice and it paid off. Kyle Allen found a wide-open Jackson Meeks for an 11-yard touchdown. It appeared as though second-year safety Jordan Colbert was supposed to be in coverage, but got caught up by a pick play that deftly caught Colbert in traffic.
Ethan Bonner exits game grabbing hamstring
After an incompletion late in the first quarter, the third-year cornerback asked coaches to take him out after he reached for his left hamstring. He then went to the blue medical tent on the Dolphins' sideline and exited to the locker room.
Dee Eskridge leads the way on touchdown drive
After fumbling his first touch, Eskridge has settled in and been a weapon for the Dolphins offense. Two plays after weaving through the Lions defense for 27 yards on a screen pass, Eskridge got Miami on the board with an 11-yard touchdown reception.
After his touchdown, Eskridge has three receptions for 53 yards.
Lions rack up four penalties on first eight offensive plays
Detroit has managed to move the ball, but the team's first two drives fizzled quickly due to an inability to avoid penalties.
Zach Wilson got blasted on a third down
The Dolphins' first offensive possession ended with a three-and-out when Wilson was drilled on third down nearly leading to an interception.
Dee Eskridge fumbles on early punt return
Eskridge has made a solid case for a spot on the 53-man roster, which included a highlight reel catch in practice Thursday, but it's never great to put the ball on the ground in preseason.
Did the Lions troll Dolphins on opening kickoff?
Backup Lions linebacker Grant Stuard raised eyebrows and stole headlines earlier in the week when he said the Dolphins don't "practice how we practice." So it doesn't seem like a coincidence that Stuard, who has never returned a regular season kickoff in his career, took the opening kick back 23 yards.
Miami's top four wide receivers are sitting out
Dolphins starting offensive line announced
Miami's cornerback starters appear set to play
Cornerback may be the most wide open competition on the Dolphins roster and coaches are taking ever opportunity to see how the position stacks up.
Most Dolphins starters aren't dressed
According to the Sun Sentinel, the list of players not suited up Saturday includes Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill, De'Von Achane, Aaron Brewer, and Patrick Paul.
The Lions are making sure the Dolphins don't forget how joint practice went
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