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Tyreek Hill makes key TD catch, and the Dolphins hold off the Rams to snap their 3-game skid
Read full article: Tyreek Hill makes key TD catch, and the Dolphins hold off the Rams to snap their 3-game skidThe Miami Dolphins snapped their three-game losing streak with a gritty 23-15 victory over the Los Angeles Rams.
The Dolphins made so many mistakes against New England. The Patriots made more in Miami's 15-10 win
Read full article: The Dolphins made so many mistakes against New England. The Patriots made more in Miami's 15-10 winAlec Ingold scored the go-ahead touchdown on a 3-yard run with four minutes left and Miami beat the New England Patriots 15-10.
Jason Sanders makes 52-yard field goal as time expires and Dolphins rally past Jaguars 20-17
Read full article: Jason Sanders makes 52-yard field goal as time expires and Dolphins rally past Jaguars 20-17Jason Sanders nailed a 52-yard field goal as time expired, and the Miami Dolphins rallied past the Jacksonville Jaguars 20-17 to win their fourth straight season opener.
Latest road loss for Cowboys means they'll likely have to travel in playoffs
Read full article: Latest road loss for Cowboys means they'll likely have to travel in playoffsBecause of the Dallas Cowboys’ struggles on the road, it appears likely they’ll have to play another big game away from AT&T Stadium — in the playoffs.
Dolphins nip Cowboys 22-20 on Jason Sanders' last-second field goal, secure playoff spot
Read full article: Dolphins nip Cowboys 22-20 on Jason Sanders' last-second field goal, secure playoff spotJason Sanders kicked his fifth field goal of the game, a 29-yarder as time expired, and the Miami Dolphins secured a playoff berth with a 22-20 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.
Patriots draw praise for their innovative play design on blocked field goal
Read full article: Patriots draw praise for their innovative play design on blocked field goalThe Patriots may be 0-2, but the day after their 24-17 loss to Miami, coach Bill Belichick and his staff were once again being praised around the NFL for their creativity.
Dolphins clinch playoff berth after beating Jets 11-6
Read full article: Dolphins clinch playoff berth after beating Jets 11-6Jason Sanders kicked a go-ahead 50-yard field goal with 18 seconds left and helped send the Miami Dolphins to their first playoff berth since 2016 after barely squeaking by the New York Jets 11-6.
Tagovailoa, Dolphins rout Texans 30-15 for 5th straight win
Read full article: Tagovailoa, Dolphins rout Texans 30-15 for 5th straight winTua Tagovailoa threw for 299 yards and the Miami Dolphins raced to a 30-point lead before holding on for their fifth straight win, a 30-15 victory over the one-win Houston Texans.
McDaniel era starts with a win, Dolphins top Patriots 20-7
Read full article: McDaniel era starts with a win, Dolphins top Patriots 20-7Tua Tagovailoa passed for 270 yards and a touchdown, and the Miami Dolphins provided an early look at their ability to contend in the AFC East as they beat Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots 20-7 Sunday.
Tagovailoa, Hill connect early as Dolphins roll past Eagles
Read full article: Tagovailoa, Hill connect early as Dolphins roll past EaglesTua Tagovailoa connected with Tyreek Hill for 51 yards on the first play from scrimmage, and the Miami Dolphins set a franchise record for points in a preseason game, beating the Philadelphia Eagles 48-10.
Waddle shines, Dolphins beat Saints 20-3 to win 7th straight
Read full article: Waddle shines, Dolphins beat Saints 20-3 to win 7th straightRookie sensation Jaylen Waddle returned from the COVID-19 list to catch 10 passes for 92 yards and touchdown, and the Miami Dolphins beat the short-handed New Orleans Saints 20-3.
Streak continues: Tua, Dolphins hold off Giants, win 20-9
Read full article: Streak continues: Tua, Dolphins hold off Giants, win 20-9Tua Tagovailoa threw a pair of short touchdown passes and the Miami Dolphins extended their winning streak to five games by topping the New York Giants 20-9 on Sunday.
Streak continues: Tua, Dolphins hold off Giants, win 20-9
Read full article: Streak continues: Tua, Dolphins hold off Giants, win 20-9Tua Tagovailoa threw a pair of short touchdown passes and the Miami Dolphins extended their winning streak to five games by topping the New York Giants 20-9 on Sunday.
A stunner: Miami wins 2nd straight, tops Ravens 22-10
Read full article: A stunner: Miami wins 2nd straight, tops Ravens 22-10Xavien Howard forced a fumble and returned it 49 yards for a touchdown, Tua Tagovailoa came off the bench and capped his night with a 1-yard sneak for a score with 2:19 left and the Miami Dolphins stunned the Baltimore Ravens 22-10 on Thursday night.
Teams combine for 9 turnovers; Dolphins defeat Texans 17-9
Read full article: Teams combine for 9 turnovers; Dolphins defeat Texans 17-9In the NFL’s most turnover-filled game in more than five seasons, the Miami Dolphins got 244 yards passing and a touchdown throw from surprise starter Jacoby Brissett on the way to beating the Houston Texans 17-9.
Bills wake up in second half to beat Dolphins 26-11
Read full article: Bills wake up in second half to beat Dolphins 26-11Josh Allen shook off the rust from a bye week off and a shaky first half to throw touchdown passes on consecutive second-half drives in leading the Buffalo Bills to a 26-11 win over the Miami Dolphins.
Carlson's field goal gives Raiders 31-28 OT win over Miami
Read full article: Carlson's field goal gives Raiders 31-28 OT win over MiamiReigning AFC Special Teams Player of the Week Daniel Carlson’s 22-yard field goal as time expired in overtime lifted the Las Vegas Raiders to a 31-28 victory over the Miami Dolphins.
QB Justin Fields rallies Bears to 20-13 win over Dolphins
Read full article: QB Justin Fields rallies Bears to 20-13 win over DolphinsRookie quarterback Justin Fields came off the bench in the second quarter and rallied the Chicago Bears from a 13-0 deficit to a 20-13 win over the Miami Dolphins at Soldier Field to start each team's preseason.
Dolphins kicker Sanders signs $22 million deal through 2026
Read full article: Dolphins kicker Sanders signs $22 million deal through 2026FILE - Miami Dolphins place kicker Jason Sanders (7) celebrates with teammates after kicking the game-winning field goal during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders in Las Vegas, in this Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, file photo. Dolphins kicker Jason Sanders has signed a $22 million extension through 2026. (AP Photo/Jeff Bottari, File)MIAMI – Miami Dolphins kicker Jason Sanders has a new contract to go with his All-Pro status. Sanders, the Dolphins' leader in career field goal percentage, signed a $22 million extension through 2026. His 36 field goals made ranked second in the NFL and second in Dolphins history, and his field goal rate of 92% was a team record.
Aaron Donald, Travis Kelce unanimous AP All-Pro Team choices
Read full article: Aaron Donald, Travis Kelce unanimous AP All-Pro Team choicesDonald was selected Friday, Jan. 8, 2021, to The Associated Press All-Pro Team. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)Dynamic defensive star Aaron Donald and unstoppable tight end Travis Kelce are unanimous choices Friday for The Associated Press NFL All-Pro Team. It is the sixth All-Pro selection for Donald, who has helped the Los Angeles Rams to the top-ranked defense in the NFL, and the third for Kansas City's record-setting Kelce. Rounding out the offense are Cleveland right tackle Jack Conklin (second selection), and Washington right guard Brandon Scherff (first). The long snapper position is new to the All-Pro Team in 2020, and Baltimore's Morgan Cox is the choice.
Bills eliminate Dolphins with 56-26 rout; set to host Colts
Read full article: Bills eliminate Dolphins with 56-26 rout; set to host ColtsJomal Wiltz #33 of the Miami Dolphins tackles Antonio Williams #35 of the Buffalo Bills in the fourth quarter at Bills Stadium on January 03, 2021 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Timothy T Ludwig)ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. – Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills were intent on not easing into the playoffs, while ending the Miami Dolphins' chances. The Dolphins (10-6) didn’t get results they needed earlier in the day after Cleveland beat Pittsburgh and Baltimore routed Cincinnati. And the team unraveled in all three phases in being exposed by a Bills team showing no signs of relenting in racking up the second-most points in team history. “It just shows that this is a different Buffalo Bills football team.
Curious calls by Sean Payton, Jon Gruden highlight Week 16
Read full article: Curious calls by Sean Payton, Jon Gruden highlight Week 16Let’s start with:PAYTON’S PLANOn Christmas night, Saints running back Alvin Kamara tied a 91-year-old NFL record by rushing for six touchdowns in a 52-33 wipeout of the Minnesota Vikings. “I was thinking about our best play there,” Payton explained afterward. Payton wasn’t talking about Nevers’ record six TD runs. “A lot of these players — I’d say most of these players — have no idea how good Gale Sayers was,” said Payton. “It was a great moment.”Brees said Payton mentioned Sayers’ mark before the Saints’ last touchdown drive.
Dolphins stun Raiders 26-25 to move step closer to playoffs
Read full article: Dolphins stun Raiders 26-25 to move step closer to playoffsduring the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Las Vegas. Fitzpatrick's desperation heave to Mack Hollins set up Jason Sanders’ 44-yard field goal as the Dolphins drove the field in the final 19 seconds to move one step closer to a playoff berth with an improbable 26-25 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Saturday night. The move to play for the field goal backfired as the Raiders lost on a kick instead. My head was getting ripped off.”The penalty moved the ball down to the Las Vegas 26, setting up Sanders’ winning kick. Las Vegas then ran out most of the clock but not enough.
Dolphins vs. Raiders: How to watch, stream, listen
Read full article: Dolphins vs. Raiders: How to watch, stream, listenMIAMI (9-5) at LAS VEGAS (7-7)Saturday, 8:15 p.m. SPREAD - Dolphins 11-3; Raiders 7-7SERIES RECORD - Raiders lead 20-18-1LAST MEETING - Dolphins won at home vs. Raiders 28-20, Sept. 23, 2018LAST WEEK - Dolphins beat Patriots 22-12; Raiders lost to Chargers 30-27, OTAP PRO32 RANKING - Dolphins No. ... Las Vegas has allowed eight TDs on opponents' last 17 possessions that didn’t include a kneel-down. ... Fantasy tip: Las Vegas Pro Bowl TE Darren Waller has had at least 150 yards receiving in two of the past three weeks.
Dolphins eliminate Patriots from playoff race with 22-12 win
Read full article: Dolphins eliminate Patriots from playoff race with 22-12 winUndrafted rookie Salvon Ahmed and veteran Matt Breida combined for 208 yards rushing Sunday to lead the Dolphins to a 22-12 victory over the Patriots, who were eliminated from postseason contention. This is a big win.”Breida added 86 yards and the Dolphins totaled a season-high 250, the most allowed by New England in seven years. The Patriots (6-8) will finish at .500 or worse for the first time since 2000, the year they drafted Tom Brady. They were shut out in the first half, but mounted a 14-play, 90-yard touchdown drive midway through the second half to take the lead for good. DE John Simon (hamstring) and C David Andrews (calf) were sidelined in the second half.
Tua throws for 296 yards as Dolphins beat Bengals 19-7
Read full article: Tua throws for 296 yards as Dolphins beat Bengals 19-7There was pushing and shoving, and Bengals safety Shawn Williams and Miami receivers DeVante Parker and Mack Hollins were ejected. He threw for 167 yards in the pivotal third quarter, when the Dolphins rallied from a 7-6 halftime deficit to mount three scoring drives. The Bengals, leading 7-3, were also penalized 15 yards on the play for unnecessary roughness by Boyd, which may have cost them points. Miami then moved 27 yards in the final minute and kicked a field goal to trail 7-6 at halftime. Bengals: Left tackle Jonah Williams (right knee) was carted off the field in the fourth quarter.
Dolphins earn 5th straight win by beating Chargers 29-21
Read full article: Dolphins earn 5th straight win by beating Chargers 29-21Tua Tagovailoa had help from a less-heralded rookie while Justin Herbert struggled against a relentless pass rush, and the surprising Dolphins earned their fifth consecutive victory by beating the Los Angeles Chargers 29-21 Sunday. The Chargers could never catch up after they were hurt by two mistakes in the kicking game that allowed Miami to take a 14-0 lead. “I was disappointed in the special teams and some of the things that went on there. “It changed the momentum.”SPECIALMost lopsided of all was the special teams matchup. Jakeem Grant, the NFL leader in punt return yards, helped the Dolphins’ field position with three runbacks for 57 yards.
Tagovailoa, Dolphins rally for 34-31 win over Cardinals
Read full article: Tagovailoa, Dolphins rally for 34-31 win over CardinalsThe 22-year-old Tagovailoa was on the winning end of an action-packed duel with Arizona quarterback Kyler Murray, who finished with 283 yards and three touchdowns. Tagovailoa was much more productive in his second start after throwing for just 93 yards against the Rams last week. BIG FOOTSanders made a 56-yard field goal as time expired in the second quarter to give the Dolphins a 24-17 halftime lead. INJURIESDolphins: WR Preston Williams (foot) left the game in the second quarter and didn't return. Cardinals: CB Kevin Peterson left the game early in the second quarter for a concussion evaluation and didn't return.
The Latest: Home teams now 65-65-1 in this pandemic season
Read full article: The Latest: Home teams now 65-65-1 in this pandemic seasonThat means that going into tonight’s Saints-Buccaneers showdown, home teams are 65-65-1 so far this season. That homefield advantage has largely been erased with sparse crowds or no fans at games because of the coronavirus pandemic. Las Vegas though has taken control on its first two drives of the second half. Neither had started an NFL game, but both have been in the league much longer than DiNucci. The Tennessee Titans already lost left tackle Taylor Lewan for the season, and now they are without left guard Rodger Saffold.
Dolphins turn up heat on Jets and embattled Gase, 24-0
Read full article: Dolphins turn up heat on Jets and embattled Gase, 24-0The Jets (0-6) became the NFL's only winless team and continued their worst start since 1996, increasing the heat on embattled coach Adam Gase. The Dolphins blanked the Jets for the first time since the January 1983 AFC championship game, which they won 14-0. The two teams were a combined 0 for 19 on third downs before the Jets finally converted with 11 minutes left. The Dolphins' only third-down conversion came on a completion by Tagovailoa, who went 2 for 2 for 9 yards. ANTHEMRunning back Ty Jackson was the only player kneeling for the Jets during “The Star-Spangled Banner.”The Dolphins stayed in the locker room.
Fitzpatrick’s 3 TD passes lead Dolphins past 49ers 43-17
Read full article: Fitzpatrick’s 3 TD passes lead Dolphins past 49ers 43-17Fitzpatrick threw for 350 yards and three touchdowns and the Dolphins sent the defending NFC champion San Francisco 49ers to their third straight home loss to open the season, 43-17 on Sunday. The 49ers (2-3) are the team with questions at quarterback after Jimmy Garoppolo got pulled at halftime after throwing two interceptions. Beathard replaced Garoppolo at the half and threw one TD pass but it wasn’t enough to keep the Niners from falling again at home. Fitzpatrick capitalized on that with a 32-yard TD pass to Williams. TARGET PRACTICEWith the Niners down starting cornerbacks Richard Sherman, Emmanuel Moseley and K’Waun Williams, the Dolphins took advantage of fill-in Brian Allen.
Seahawks top Dolphins, have first 4-0 start since 2013
Read full article: Seahawks top Dolphins, have first 4-0 start since 2013MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – Russell Wilson threw for 360 yards and two touchdowns, and the Seattle Seahawks improved to 4-0 on the season by beating the Miami Dolphins 31-23 Sunday. DK Metcalf had four catches for 106 yards, Moore had three for 95 yards, and Chris Carson rushed for 80 yards and a pair of touchdowns. But the Seahawks were twice blanked on trips to the red zone, including when Xavien Howard intercepted Wilson. Leading 17-15, Wilson tossed a 17-yard touchdown pass to Moore to stretch the Seahawks' lead to 24-15 with 5:24 left in the fourth quarter. Wilson threw for 240 yards and two scores when the Seahawks beat the Vikings 37-30 last December.
Allen reaches career high in passing, Bills beat Dolphins
Read full article: Allen reaches career high in passing, Bills beat DolphinsAllen reached a career high in yards passing for the second week in a row, and became the first Buffalo quarterback to have back-to-back 300-yard games since Drew Bledsoe in 2002. The Bills totaled 524 yards, with 342 in the first half, the most by the team since 2000. The Dolphins closed to 31-28 on an 8-yard touchdown pass from Ryan Fitzpatrick to Mike Gesicki and a successful 2-point conversion with 49 seconds left. Allen threw touchdown passes to four receivers and Stefon Diggs led the Bills with eight catches for 153 yards. The Bills had scoring drives of 97 yards, 84 yards, and 73 yards in the first half.