Overview
The Miami Dolphins bring speed, sunshine, and a legendary standard of excellence to South Florida football, playing at the open-air Hard Rock Stadium. Aqua and orange have defined the franchise since its founding, and the leaping dolphin logo remains one of the most iconic in the sport. Home to the only perfect season in NFL history, Miami carries a unique legacy of dominance that still shapes the franchise's identity today. The Dolphins' warm-weather speed has long made them a challenging late-season opponent.
History & Legacy
The Dolphins joined the AFL as an expansion franchise in 1966 and entered the NFL with the 1970 merger. Under coach Don Shula, Miami won back-to-back Super Bowls following the 1972 and 1973 seasons, with the 1972 squad completing the NFL's only perfect 17-0 season, capped by a win in Super Bowl VII. The Dan Marino era of the 1980s and 1990s brought prolific passing records, though not another championship. The Dolphins remain the last franchise to complete an undefeated season, a record that has stood for over five decades.
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Founded1966
Championships2 (1972, 1973)
Home VenueHard Rock Stadium
RivalsPatriots, Bills, Jets (AFC East)
Conference Titles5 (1971, 1972, 1973, 1982, 1984)
All-Time IconDan Marino
Retired Numbers12, 13, 39
ColorsAqua, orange
MascotT.D.
OwnershipStephen Ross (since 2008)