MIAMI GARDENS — The Miami Dolphins’ opener against the Colts in Indianapolis will only count for one game among 17 to be played in the regular season.

But it will feel like it means so much more for Dolphins fans.

It’s the first opportunity for the franchise to redeem itself from a disappointing 8-9 record during the 2024 season. It will be the first sample of evidence of whether Miami’s offseason pivot from big spending to building through the draft again can produce immediate results. And onlookers get their first answer as to whether quarterback Tua Tagovailoa can spark his connection with wide receivers Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle and if the run game can effectively assist in that effort .

It all comes together as the Dolphins look to start their 2025 season with a win in

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