Commanders Control Dolphins

     The Washington Commanders pulled away from the Miami Dolphins 20-7 on Friday night. It was the first preseason game for both teams in 2026. The Dolphins have two more preseason contests during the month of August. 

     Miami jumped out to a 7-0 lead during the first quarter. Washington responded with 17 unanswered points in the second quarter and had a 17-7 halftime lead. 

     Neither club scoring in the third quarter. The Commanders added a field goal in the fourth quarter for a 13-point margin over the Fins.