The Miami Dolphins' list of 2026 opponents has long been known, but we're now less than two days away from finding out what day and time they'll be playing those 17 games. And while the overall impact of the actual placement of games can be debated, there's also no question that the configuration of the schedule can help or hurt teams, the Dolphins included. The validity of strength of schedule, whether based on the 2025 standings or the expectations for 2026 teams, can be debated. But there always are other factors, such as timing of the games. So what should the Dolphins want their schedule to look like in 2026, knowing it will feature eight home games and nine road games, with no international battle now that all nine such games have been announced without Miami included. As a reminder, the Dolphins' 2026 opponents will be: Home Buffalo New England N.Y. Jets Cincinnati Kansas City L.A. Chargers Chicago Detroit Away Buffalo New England N.Y.…