The Miami Dolphins kick off the 2024 season with a home game against their Florida neighbors, the Jacksonville Jaguars. Both teams are about to begin a crucial campaign which will determine the short- and long-term future of their respective franchises.
The Dolphins are coming off their second straight playoff appearance under coach Mike McDaniel. The goal this season for McDaniel and his team is to finally break through and win in the playoffs, something the Dolphins haven’t done at all in 24 years.
The Jaguars are on the heels of a disappointing season where they fell just short of playoff contention. After starting 8-3, Jacksonville lost five out of its last six games to finish 9-8. It was especially disappointing considering the Jaguars were coming off a 2022 season where they won a playoff game. The Jaguars, led by former Super Bowl champion head coach Doug Pederson, are seeking to bounce back in 2024, and it all begins in Miami against one of the AFC’s most popular contenders.
Before these teams square off at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday afternoon, here are five of the most intriguing storylines leading up to this showdown between AFC contenders.
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