{
  "id": 10432642,
  "title": "Miami Dolphins Mailbag: Malik Willis, Kenneth Walker, and how bad are the Dolphins",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/miami-dolphins-mailbag-malik-willis-kenneth-walker-and-how-bad-are",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-28T11:31:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/miami-dolphins-mailbag-malik-willis-113149536.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "MIAMI GARDENS, FL - SEPTEMBER 27 - The Phinsider Mailbag opened up this morning to address fan inquiries regarding the Miami Dolphins, following their Week 3 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. The main topics included Malik Willis' development, Kenneth Walker's impact, and the effectiveness of the Dolphins' pass rush.\n\nMalik Willis, the Dolphins' rookie quarterback, is still adjusting to the role after having just half a season of experience in the NFL. Coach Mike McDaniel is encouraging him to trust his instincts and instincts, rather than holding onto the ball too long. Willis is learning when to tuck the ball and use his legs to help the offense, rather than constantly trying to throw.\n\nKenneth Walker III, the Dolphins' star running back, has been a standout performer this season. However, the Chiefs recognize that his injury history limits his workload. Rookie running back Emmett Johnson may see more action in this game to keep Walker fresh.\n\nThe Dolphins' pass rush has been struggling so far this season. With only one sack to date, the team is the only one without a sack in the league. Coach Mike McDaniel is hoping that the return of Chop Robinson, who missed last week's game, will help improve the pass rush. The Dolphins have a long way to go before their pass rush is considered historically bad, but they will need to find a way to get after the quarterback if they hope to improve their season.",
  "summary": "A late release for our Week 3 mailbag.",
  "key_points": [
    "Malik Willis, rookie QB, adjusting to role after limited NFL experience",
    "Kenneth Walker III, star RB, may see less action due to injury concerns",
    "Dolphins pass rush struggles, only one sack in league, hoping for improvement"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}