Florida teams NFL round-up: Highs and lows for Dolphins and Bucs
This past weekend provided a mixed bag of emotions for fans of Florida’s NFL teams.
With the Jacksonville Jaguars on a bye, the Miami Dolphins faced division rivals, the Buffalo Bills, while the Tampa Bay Buccaneers hosted the New England Patriots in the ‘Bradybowl’.
Here, Florida News Blitz writer Taylor Stephenson looks at how the weekend of football unfolded in the Sunshine State.
NFL Preview: Dolphins and Bucs welcome high-flying teams to the Sunshine State
The Miami Dolphins & Tampa Bay Buccaneers both welcome tough opposition to the state of Florida this Sunday, with both teams looking to secure essential wins.
Whilst the Miami Dolphins are enduring a rough start to the season, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are flying, despite injury woes.
Here, Florida News Blitz writer Luke Maddison previews and predicts the outcome of both matches.
Miami news: Lionel Messi extends Inter Miami contract
The news all Inter Miami fans have been waiting for has finally arrived: superstar Lionel Messi will be staying through the 2028 Major League Soccer season.
The Argentine has already brought so much to Inter Miami and the MLS, and now sets his sights on breaking more records for The Herons.
Messi, the MLS player of the month for October, signed his new deal inside the club's new stadium, Miami Freedom Park, set to open next year.
Miami news: Sergio Busquets set for retirement at the end of the MLS season
The 37-year-old veteran announced today that he is retiring, following the conclusion of this year's MLS campaign.
After spending 18 years at Barcelona and making his senior debut in 2008, Busquets reunited with his former Barcelona teammates in 2023 when he joined Inter Miami.
Here, Florida News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen examines the legendary legacy Busquets will leave behind and the immediate impact he has made at Inter Miami.
Miami news: The history of Inter Miami CF - The MLS club on the rise
Football, better known as soccer in the United States, has never received the same level of attention or popularity as its sporting counterparts; however, it is now as popular as ever, with no signs of slowing down.
From successful youth development, increased investment, and a growing number of passionate fans, football in the United States is thriving.
But another key reason comes from the city of Miami, and the introduction and development of Florida’s second MLS team, Inter Miami.
Here, Florida News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen looks at the history of Inter Miami since their official announcement in January 2018.
Miami’s sporting landscape: Professional teams, college teams, F1 and tennis
Miami is home to several professional and college sports teams across various major leagues.
The Miami sports landscape also includes minor league teams, other pro sports, and notable events.
Here, Florida News Blitz gives a detailed rundown of all the teams, sports and events that you can watch or attend in the city.
Miami travel news: The climate, culture, sports, cuisine and neighborhoods
The Florida News Blitz team have been to Miami many times and went there again in April 2025 for some fun in the Easter sun.
In Miami, the palm trees sway, the sun always shines (unless it’s hurricane season), and there’s a good chance someone will offer you a cafecito stronger than your Wi-Fi connection.
Here, Florida News Blitz gives you an overview of Miami, where every sunset is a celebration.