Former Vol helps Miami earn first win of 2026 NFL season

Miami (1-5) defeated the Jets (2-5), 28-25, Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Former Tennessee running back Jaylen Wright totaled eight rushing yards on six attempts. He also recorded five kickoff returns for 131 yards, who earned the first win of the season.

Miami quarterback Malik Willis completed 14-of-21 passing attempts for 208 yards and two touchdowns. He was sacked twice. Willis also totaled 37 rushing yards and one touchdown on three attempts.

Ollie Gordon II totaled 103 rushing yards on 25 attempts and one touchdown for the Dolphins. He also had one reception for zero yards.

Greg Dulcich led the Dolphins in receiving yards (86), while recording five receptions. Caleb Douglas totaled two receptions for 70 yards and two touchdowns.

New York quarterback Geno Smith completed 23-of-30 passing attempts for 207 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. He was sacked twice. He also recorded zero rushing yards on two attempts.

Braelon Allen totaled 104 rushing yards on 17 attempts for the Jets. He also had six receptions for 30 yards.

Omar Cooper led the Jets in receiving yards (115) as he recorded five receptions, including one touchdown. Mason Taylor recorded five receptions for 62 yards and two touchdowns.