Bookmark this page throughout the season. We’ll update it weekly with information on where you can watch games, including on CBS and Paramount+. 

The Dolphins 2026 NFL season is almost here. If you want to follow Miami from the opening kickoff to the last stand, then we’re here to help. 

Dolphins 2026 season at a glance

  • Division: AFC East
  • Current record: 0-0
  • Last season’s regular-season record (2025): 7-10
  • Bye week: 6
  • NFL on CBS games: 8

Heading into play, the Dolphins appear to be starting a rebuild. Miami cleaned house and brought in head coach Jeff Hafley along with a new starting quarterback in Malik Willis. The ‘Fins also traded their star receiver Jaylen Waddle to the Broncos to signify the franchise’s fresh start. Thankfully for them, the Dolphins still have marquee running back De’Von Achane, who signed a contract extension this offseason. 

Keep reading to get the week-by-week 2026 NFL schedule for the Miami Dolphins, and get all the info you need to watch NFL on CBS Dolphins games (when scheduled in your area) on CBS and Paramount+. So, are you ready now? Let’s get to it.  

*Note: Total team appearance numbers include TBD Week 18 AFC matchups. 

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How to watch Dolphins games live

You can watch Dolphins games live on a variety of channels and services, including CBS and Paramount+. During the 2026 season, the NFL on CBS is set to carry eight Dolphins games. (Please note: CBS Sports counts TBD Week 18 AFC matchups in its count of total team appearances.) 

When scheduled in your area, NFL on CBS Dolphins games can be watched live on: 

  1. your local CBS TV station using cable, satellite, digital antenna, or live-TV streaming service; and
  2. Paramount+ with a subscription (any plan). 

How to stream Dolphins games live

You can stream Dolphins games live on Paramount+ when: 

  1. the Dolphins game is aired on your local CBS TV station; and 
  2. you have a Paramount+ subscription (any plan). 

On game day, log into your Paramount+ account on your device, smart TV, or browser, or get started with a subscription. (Plans start at $8.99 a month.) The Paramount+ app is available on the Apple App Store or Google Play, and once you’ve downloaded it, you can stream everything Paramount+ offers (40,000 episodes and movies – plus, of course, live NFL action) from your phone, tablet, smart TV, or device.  

All set? Great. Navigate to Live TV, then the NFL on CBS channel. You’re ready to stream.   

Dolphins schedule 2026

The 2026 Dolphins schedule features 17 regular-season games and one bye. Highlights include a six-game stretch to end the season against playoff contenders in the Broncos, Bears, Packers, Chargers, Bills and Patriots from Weeks 13 through 18. 

See below for the full list of Dolphins games. The schedule is subject to change.

Regular season

Week 1

TeamsDateTime (ET)ChannelVenue
Dolphins at RaidersSunday, Sept. 13, 20264:25 PMFOXAllegiant Stadium

Week 2

TeamsDateTime (ET)ChannelVenue
Dolphins at 49ersSunday, Sept. 20, 20264:25 PMFOXLevi’s Stadium

Week 3

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Chiefs at DolphinsSunday, Sept. 27, 20261 PMCBS/Paramount+*Hard Rock Stadium

Week 4

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Dolphins at VikingsSunday, Oct. 4, 20264:05 PMFOXU.S. Bank Stadium

Week 5

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Bengals at DolphinsSunday, Oct. 11, 20261 PMFOXHard Rock Stadium

Week 6

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
BYE

Week 7

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Dolphins at JetsSunday, Oct. 25, 20261 PMCBS/Paramount+*MetLife Stadium

Week 8

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Patriots at DolphinsSunday, Nov. 1, 20264:25 PMCBS/Paramount+*Hard Rock Stadium

Week 9

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Lions at DolphinsSunday, Nov. 8, 20261 PMFOXHard Rock Stadium

Week 10

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Dolphins at ColtsSunday, Nov. 15, 20261 PMCBS/Paramount+*Lucas Oil Stadium

Week 11

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Dolphins at BillsSunday, Nov. 22, 20261 PMFOXHighmark Stadium

Week 12

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Jets at DolphinsSunday, Nov. 29, 20261 PMCBS/Paramount+*Hard Rock Stadium

Week 13

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Dolphins at BroncosSunday, Dec. 6, 20264:05 PMFOXEmpower Field at Mile High

Week 14

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Bears at DolphinsSunday, Dec. 13, 20261 PMCBS/Paramount+*Hard Rock Stadium

Week 15

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Dolphins at PackersSunday, Dec. 20, 20261 PMFOXLambeau Field

Week 16

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Chargers at DolphinsSunday, Dec. 27, 20261 PMFOXHard Rock Stadium

Week 17

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Bills at DolphinsSunday, Jan. 3, 20271 PMCBS/Paramount+*Hard Rock Stadium

Week 18

TeamsDateTime (ET) ChannelVenue
Dolphins at PatriotsTBDTBDTBDGillette Stadium

*Note: Check your local listings to see if this game will be broadcast by your local CBS station. NFL on CBS games broadcast by your local CBS station can be watched live on TV, and streamed live on Paramount+ with a subscription.  

Frequently asked questions about watching Dolphins games 

Can I watch the Dolphins on CBS and Paramount+? 

Yes. When scheduled, and when airing on your local CBS TV station, you can watch the Dolphins on CBS and Paramount+. Currently, NFL on CBS is scheduled to present eight Dolphins games during the 2026 season.  

Do I need cable to watch the Dolphins? 

The answer as to whether you need cable to watch the Dolphins is: Not necessarily. When Dolphins games are presented by the NFL on CBS, and carried by your local CBS station, then, no, you don’t need cable. You can watch those games on your TV using a digital antenna, satellite service, or live-TV streaming service. And when you subscribe to Paramount+, you can stream those games live on your smart TV or device. 

You also don’t need cable when Dolphins games are carried by ABC/ESPN, FOX, and/or NBC/Peacock. Those games can be watched on local TV stations using a digital antenna, satellite service, or live-TV streaming service, or by streaming them on the companion streaming service (i.e., Peacock for NBC games). 

Dolphins games carried by NFL Network can be watched using satellite service or live-TV streaming service, and Dolphins games carried by Netflix or Prime can be watched on those streaming services (with subscriptions). Additionally, if the Dolphins are your local-market team, Dolphins games presented by the NFL Network, Netflix, and Prime can be watched using a digital antenna, satellite service, or live-TV streaming service on the Dolphins’ local broadcast-TV affiliate.

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