Alain Poupart#33 of 87 NFL pundits · Sep 13, 2026
Poupart lays out their 2026 Dolphins outlook, saying the best-case record if Miami stays healthy and Malik Willis delivers is around 7-10, while doubting a playoff run.
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What Alain Poupart said
Both those issues play out favorably, then maybe the Dolphins can go something like 7-10.
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- Dolphins Poup-Porri: Willis, Expectations and Other Thoughts Heading into Week 1
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Miami Dolphins · 2026 season · wins25 calls from 16 pundits between 0 wins and 7 wins. Alain Poupart said 7 wins. the room's median is 2 wins. not settled yet
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Season Win TotalsMiami Dolphins
Miami Dolphins to finish with 7 wins
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