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Miami Dolphins defense
Miami Dolphins defense fantasy outlook for week 9 vs DET. Chance to play: 100%.
This week's projection and range of outcomes
| Scoring | Projection | 80% range (P10 to P90) | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3.1 | -2.4 to 10.2 | DEF27 |
| Half PPR | 3.1 | -2.4 to 10.2 | DEF27 |
| PPR | 3.1 | -2.4 to 10.2 | DEF27 |
The range is Margin's: how far real outcomes landed from projections like this one, by position and size, over 2019 to 2025. It assumes he plays.
Matchup
- Game: vs DET
- Line: DET −7, O/U 49.5
- MIA implied total: 21.2
- DET's offense gives up the 5th-fewest points to defenses (−1.3 a game, schedule-adjusted)
Recent usage
| Week | Opponent | Snap share | Targets | Carries | Points (half PPR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 4 | MIN | — | — | — | 5.0 |
| Week 5 | CIN | — | — | — | 1.0 |
| Week 7 | NYJ | — | — | — | 4.0 |
| Week 8 | NE | — | — | — | 5.0 |
Season range
17.0 points so far; 60.2 projected for the season (80% range 39.5 to 80.8, half PPR, 10 games left).
Miami Dolphins defense 2026 game log and weekly projections
Half-PPR points and projection by week. Each linked week has its own page with the full stat line, all three scorings and everyone in the game.
| Week | Opponent | Points | Proj. | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | @ LV | 4.0 | 5.5 | DEF18 |
| Week 2 | @ SF | -4.0 | 2.5 | DEF32 |
| Week 3 | vs KC | 2.0 | 3.9 | DEF23 |
| Week 4 | @ MIN | 5.0 | 4.6 | DEF14 |
| Week 5 | vs CIN | 1.0 | 3.9 | DEF26 |
| Week 6 | Bye | — | — | — |
| Week 7 | @ NYJ | 4.0 | 5.4 | DEF15 |
| Week 8 | vs NE | 5.0 | 3.8 | DEF16 |
| Week 9 | vs DET | — | 3.1 | upcoming |
| Week 10 | @ IND | — | 4.2 | upcoming |
| Week 11 | @ BUF | — | 4.0 | upcoming |
| Week 12 | vs NYJ | — | 4.0 | upcoming |
| Week 13 | @ DEN | — | 4.0 | upcoming |
| Week 14 | vs CHI | — | 4.0 | upcoming |
| Week 15 | @ GB | — | 4.2 | upcoming |
| Week 16 | vs LAC | — | 5.0 | upcoming |
| Week 17 | vs BUF | — | 4.0 | upcoming |
| Week 18 | @ NE | — | 4.0 | upcoming |
Miami Dolphins defense 2026 stats and fantasy points
17.0 half-PPR points in 7 games (2.4 a game), DEF32 so far. PPR 17.0, standard 17.0.
| Stat | Total | Per game |
|---|---|---|
| Sacks | 9 | 1.3 |
| Interceptions | 4 | 0.6 |
| Fumble recoveries | 2 | 0.3 |
| Points allowed | 181 | 25.9 |
Miami Dolphins defense rest of season outlook
Margin projects 40.5 half-PPR points over his 10 remaining games (4.0 a game), DEF30 the rest of the way. PPR 40.5, standard 40.5.
His start and his outlook agree (DEF32 to date, DEF30 from here): his trade price should match his projection.
Start or sit Miami Dolphins defense in week 9?
Sit in most leagues. Miami Dolphins defense is DEF27 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (DEF12) is projected for 6.2 half-PPR points; Margin gives Miami Dolphins defense a 25% chance to score at least that.
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Questions
What is Miami Dolphins defense's fantasy projection for week 9?
3.1 half-PPR points (3.1 PPR, 3.1 standard), with an 80% range of -2.4 to 10.2.
Should I start Miami Dolphins defense in week 9?
Sit in most leagues. Miami Dolphins defense is DEF27 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (DEF12) is projected for 6.2 half-PPR points; Margin gives Miami Dolphins defense a 25% chance to score at least that.
How many fantasy points has Miami Dolphins defense scored in 2026?
17.0 half-PPR points in 7 games (2.4 per game), DEF32 at his position; 17.0 in PPR and 17.0 in standard.
What is Miami Dolphins defense's rest of season outlook?
Margin projects 40.5 half-PPR points over his 10 remaining games (4.0 a game), DEF30 the rest of the way. PPR 40.5, standard 40.5.
Should I trade for Miami Dolphins defense?
His start and his outlook agree (DEF32 to date, DEF30 from here): his trade price should match his projection. Connect your league and Margin prices any trade against your roster.
Is Miami Dolphins defense injured?
Miami Dolphins defense has no injury designation. His chance to play in week 9: 100%.
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Similar team defenses this week
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense TB · 4.8
- Washington Commanders defense WAS · 4.3
- Indianapolis Colts defense IND · 4.1
- Las Vegas Raiders defense LV · 3.0
- Arizona Cardinals defense ARI · 2.8
- New York Jets defense NYJ · 2.8