MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – Senior writer John Oehser examines five key plays in the Jaguars' 14-6 loss to the Miami Dolphins in a 2025 Preseason Week 3 game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., Saturday

1. Strong early start. It wasn't so much a particular play or player that defined the Jaguars early Saturday, but two series of plays – with multiple players. This was particularly true of a defense made up of mostly reserves that held what essentially was the Dolphins' first-team offense scoreless on two first-quarter series. Key during this time: Defensive tackle Maason Smith , who is expected to play a key role this season and who was playing for the first time after spending the early part of 2025 Training Camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list.

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