Miami
Dolphins
12-4
52
FINAL
28
New England
Patriots
2-14
AI Recap
AI RECAPThe Miami Dolphins kicked off Season 7 in style, defeating the New England Patriots 52-28 in a high-scoring affair that showcased their offensive firepower. This Week 1 matchup set the tone for the season, with both teams eager to make a statement right out of the gate.
Quarterback Joe Milton III was the standout performer, throwing for an impressive 355 yards and two touchdowns. His ability to connect with his receivers downfield was pivotal, as he orchestrated a balanced attack that kept the Patriots' defense off-balance throughout the game. The Dolphins' offensive line provided solid protection, allowing Milton to operate effectively within the pocket.
Defensively, the Dolphins applied consistent pressure that disrupted the Patriots' rhythm, forcing crucial turnovers that shifted momentum. The turning point came late in the second quarter when Miami's defense picked off a pass, leading to a quick touchdown that extended their lead. This pivotal moment not only demoralized New England but also established the Dolphins as strong contenders early in the season.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Milton III | QB | 41 | 24 | 355 | 2 | 3 | 72.7 |
| Josh Allen | QB | 13 | 10 | 197 | 1 | 0 | 143.9 |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Jacobs | HB | 14 | 98 | 7.0 | 2 | 48 | 0 |
| Josh Allen | QB | 7 | 70 | 10.0 | 1 | 19 | 1 |
| Jermiyah Love | HB | 8 | 16 | 2.0 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
| Joe Milton III | QB | 3 | 6 | 2.0 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Kyle Pitts | TE | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jermiyah Love | HB | 6 | 118 | 19.7 | 0 | 63 | 0 |
| Kyle Pitts | TE | 5 | 96 | 19.2 | 0 | 47 | 0 |
| Ian Strong | WR | 7 | 95 | 13.6 | 1 | 45 | 1 |
| Derrell Hines Jr. | WR | 4 | 50 | 12.5 | 1 | 23 | 0 |
| Michael Crabtree | WR | 1 | 47 | 47.0 | 0 | 47 | 0 |
| DeVonta Smith | WR | 5 | 41 | 8.2 | 1 | 20 | 1 |
| Chad Sheppard | TE | 2 | 40 | 20.0 | 0 | 27 | 1 |
| Tyler Lockett | WR | 1 | 28 | 28.0 | 0 | 28 | 0 |
| Josh Jacobs | HB | 1 | 26 | 26.0 | 0 | 26 | 1 |
| Sam LaPorta | TE | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Marvin Harrison Jr | WR | 1 | 5 | 5.0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dillon Thienemann | SS | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Zach Slater | DT | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Darnell Brazill | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| David Brooks | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| DeMarvion Overshown | WILL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Jamie Collins Sr | MIKE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| DeAndre Carr | CB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Brian Cushing | MIKE | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Colton Hood | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Dj Pickett | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nate Wiggins | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Trent Brown | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Zay Battles | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Krew Jones | LEDGE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jordan Cordova | SAM | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chris Harris Jr. | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Josh Norman | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Zion Young | REDGE | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Bryce Thornton | SS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sergio Castillo | K | 1 | 1 | 7 | 19 |

