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Dolphins Projected Last in AFC East for 2026

9/7/2026

Summary

Story summary

Miami Dolphins are projected to finish last in the AFC East in 2026.
Cleveland Browns will open 2026 with Deshaun Watson after a 5-12 2025 season.
Las Vegas Raiders are slated for another AFC West last-place finish after a 3-14 2025 record.
Tennessee Titans finished 3-14 in 2025, placing them last in the AFC South.
Washington Commanders face offensive line injuries, including Laremy Tunsil’s torn triceps, threatening 2026 performance.

History

Historical Context

When the Cleveland Browns rejoined the NFL in 1999 after a three-year hiatus, they posted a 2-14 record, marking a disastrous inaugural season. Owner Al Jericho invested $150 million in stadium upgrades and hired head coach Chris Palmer, yet the team’s offense ranked 30th in yards per game. Similarly, the 2025-2026 AFC clubs—the Miami Dolphins, Las Vegas Raiders, Tennessee Titans, Washington Commanders, and Cleveland Browns—are projected to finish last in their divisions amid injuries. These repeated bottom-rankings intensify league debates, urging the NFL to revisit revenue sharing, draft order adjustments, and salary-cap reforms to restore competitive balance.

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Story summary

Miami Dolphins are projected to finish last in the AFC East in 2026.
Cleveland Browns will open 2026 with Deshaun Watson after a 5-12 2025 season.
Las Vegas Raiders are slated for another AFC West last-place finish after a 3-14 2025 record.
Tennessee Titans finished 3-14 in 2025, placing them last in the AFC South.
Washington Commanders face offensive line injuries, including Laremy Tunsil’s torn triceps, threatening 2026 performance.

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