The Miami Dolphins will be staying stateside in 2026, as the team's rumored international matchup has been officially scrapped. Earlier this week, the NFL began teasing its full 2026 schedule release—set for Thursday—by announcing the teams selected for next year's international games. While speculation had the Dolphins facing the San Francisco 49ers in Mexico City, the league confirmed Wednesday that the 49ers will instead take on the Minnesota Vikings across the border.

For Dolphins fans, that means a familiar rhythm: eight home games at Hard Rock Stadium and nine road trips across the U.S. It's a mixed bag for a franchise that has historically struggled on foreign soil, holding a 2-5 record in international contests. A game in Mexico would have been a first for Miami, adding a fresh chapter to their global travels—but that opportunity will have to wait.

With the schedule dropping in full tomorrow, the Dolphins' 2026 path is now clear of international travel, letting them focus entirely on domestic competition. Whether this reshuffling benefits their season remains to be seen, but for now, Miami's passport can stay in the drawer.