Miami Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley addresses injuries and team identity

Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley addressed team injuries and roster evaluations following a 26-3 preseason loss to the New York Giants. Linebacker Trey Moore is expected to miss significant time due to an ankle injury, while Ronnie Stanley is unlikely to participate this week following a hamstring issue. Running back Ollie Gordon was medically cleared after a rib injury but did not return to the game.

Hafley emphasized that the preseason serves as a vital evaluation tool for him and general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan as they finalize the 53-man roster. Beyond tactical decisions, Hafley expressed a personal commitment to changing the team’s reputation. In an interview with the Miami Herald, he stated that the perception of the Dolphins as a ‘soft’ football team ‘eats at my core.’ He is focusing on implementing a culture of physical play, accountability, and discipline to reshape the team's identity.