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Late five-game stretch will be Dolphins toughest in 2026
TL;DR
The Miami Dolphins' 2026 schedule features a challenging five-game stretch to end the season, including matchups against the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers. This will be the first season under new GM Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley.
Key points
- Dolphins unveil 2026 season schedule
- Toughest five-game stretch at the end of the season
- Dolphins host Chicago Bears in Week 14
- Dolphins travel to Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field
- New GM Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley
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Earlier this week, the Miami Dolphins unveiled their schedule for the 2026 season, which will be the first under new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley.
While the Dolphins are expected to struggle in 2026 with a roster full of veterans on one-year deals and a big group of rookies, both drafted and undrafted, they have a stretch of five games to end their season that's the toughest of the year.
In Week 14, Miami will host the Chicago Bears, who went 11-6 and won the NFC North in 2025. With a year in Ben Johnson's system, 2024 first-overall pick Caleb Williams could ascend to a legitimate MVP candidate in 2026.
The following week, the Dolphins travel to the Frozen Tundra for a late-season battle with the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Not only do the Packers already know a lot about Hafley and quarterback Malik Willis, but the weather will most certainly be a factor.
After that, Miami will return home for a matchup against Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers. This should be the easiest matchup in the stretch, but with former Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel working with the former first-round pick, it'll still be difficult.
In Week 17, the Dolphins remain at Hard Rock Stadium for the second of two games against the . With Buffalo likely having something to play for, they'll give Miami a real challenge.
Q&A
What teams will the Miami Dolphins face in their toughest stretch of 2026?
The Dolphins will face the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers during their toughest five-game stretch.
Who are the key players to watch for the Chicago Bears in 2026?
Caleb Williams, the 2024 first-overall pick, is expected to be a key player and MVP candidate for the Bears in 2026.
What challenges will the Dolphins face when playing at Lambeau Field?
The Dolphins will contend with the cold weather and the Packers' familiarity with head coach Jeff Hafley and quarterback Malik Willis.
