NFL 2026 · AFC East
Miami Dolphins playoff scenarios
Miami Dolphins cannot clinch on their own even by winning out; they need help.
Week 2 ·
Magic
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Tragic
15
15 more losses and elimination is certain
Division magic
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Cannot win the division on their own
📊 AFC East
| Team | Record | Pct | Magic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Bills | 2-0 | 1.000 | - |
| New York Jets | 1-0 | 1.000 | - |
| New England Patriots | 0-1 | .000 | - |
| Miami Dolphins | 0-1 | .000 | - |
🗓️ Upcoming
Mon, Sep 21 · KSTWeek 2
- 05:25Miami Dolphins@San Francisco 49ersTV FOX
Mon, Sep 28 · KSTWeek 3
- 02:00Kansas City Chiefs@Miami DolphinsTV CBS
Mon, Oct 5 · KSTWeek 4
- 05:05Miami Dolphins@Minnesota VikingsTV FOX
Mon, Oct 12 · KSTWeek 5
- 02:00Cincinnati Bengals@Miami DolphinsTV FOX
Mon, Oct 26 · KSTWeek 7
- 02:00Miami Dolphins@New York JetsTV CBS
Mon, Nov 2 · KSTWeek 8
- 06:25New England Patriots@Miami DolphinsTV CBS
📋 Recent games
Mon, Sep 14 · KSTWeek 1
- FinalMiami Dolphins13 : 27Las Vegas Raiders
❓ Frequently asked questions
Can Miami Dolphins make the playoffs?
Miami Dolphins cannot clinch on their own even by winning out; they need help.
How is the magic number computed?
Assume every rival wins all remaining games; the magic number is the minimum wins that still guarantee a berth. Ties count against the team, so it can show later than official.
Does seventh in the conference mean a playoff place?
No. Division winners are seeded regardless of record, so a team with a better record can still miss out on a wild card.
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Data: tallied from ESPN's public records. Standings and scenarios are computed by us and may differ from official releases.