The Miami Dolphins secured a decisive 38-16 victory over the Buffalo Bills in Week 11 of the 2026 season, solidifying their playoff aspirations. With this win, Miami continues to assert its dominance in the division, while Buffalo falls further behind in the race for postseason contention. Rico Dowdle shined for the Dolphins, rushing for a game-high 100 yards and contributing significantly to Miami's offensive onslaught. Meanwhile, Drew Allar of the Bills showed flashes of promise, throwing for 170 yards and a touchdown, but his efforts were not enough to keep pace with Miami’s explosive attack. Puka Nacua also made his mark with 99 receiving yards, but Buffalo's offense struggled to find consistency. Defensively, the Dolphins capitalized on key moments, highlighted by Derwin James Jr.'s pivotal interception that shifted the momentum in Miami's favor. Although Antoine Winfield Jr. of the Bills led the game with seven tackles, the Miami defense remained resolute, limiting Buffalo's scoring opportunities. The turning point came in the second quarter when Miami's defense stifled a potential scoring drive, allowing the Dolphins to extend their lead and control the game.