New England Patriots Games Recap: Dolphins Edge Patriots in Close Contest
Miami Dolphins Dominate Ground Game
In a closely fought matchup, the Miami Dolphins outlasted the New England Patriots with a score of 15-10. Led by the running back duo of rookie Jaylen Wright and Raheem Mostert, the Dolphins rushed for 193 yards on Sunday at Gillette Stadium.
Key Performances
- Jaylen Wright: Career-high 86 yards on 13 carries.
- Raheem Mostert: 80 yards from 19 carries.
- Tyler Huntley: Completed 18 of 31 passes for 194 yards and an interception.
Defensive Dominance
The Dolphins' defense was relentless, putting pressure on the Patriots' quarterback with nine quarterback hits throughout the game. Zach Sieler led the charge with three quarterback hits and a sack.
Game Highlights
- Miami opened scoring with a 54-yard field goal.
- New England responded with a 33-yard touchdown run from Rhamondre Stevenson.
- The Dolphins scored the game-winning touchdown through Alec Ingold's three-yard run.
Despite two late opportunities, the New England Patriots were unable to equalize. The Dolphins will enter their bye week and head into Week 7 with a matchup against the Indianapolis Colts on October 20.
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