1 week ago

Dolphins face Rodgers and Jets needing a win and some help to complete a playoff-bound turnaround

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Miami Dolphins were struggling midway through the season, playing nothing like a potential playoff contender. “We started off 2-6,” wide receiver Jaylen Waddle said, “and look at us now.” The Dolphins are 8-8 heading into the regular-season finale Sunday against Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets needing a win — and some help elsewhere — to reach the postseason for the third straight year. “I’m proud of it.” The Dolphins kept their playoff hopes alive last week by beating the Cleveland Browns 20-3 with Tyler “Snoop” Huntley filling in at quarterback with Tua Tagovailoa dealing with a hip injury. “And Miami is playing for something, so we can kind of send them to vacation as well.” No peeking The Dolphins know part of their fate is in the hands of the Chiefs, who will kick off during the same 4:25 p.m. Eastern window as Miami’s matchup with the Jets. “But 500 definitely looks better on paper.” Milestone watches Dolphins running back De’Von Achane needs one TD catch to join Kansas City’s Kareem Hunt as the only players in NFL history with 10 TD runs and 10 TD receptions over their first two seasons.

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3 days, 22 hours ago

Rodgers throws a season-high 4 touchdown passes in possible final game as Jets top Dolphins 32-20

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers walked off the field with his buddy Davante Adams by his side, waved his left hand to the New York Jets fans cheering his name in the MetLife Stadium stands and walked through the dark tunnel to the locker room. Rodgers threw a season-high four touchdown passes, becoming the fifth player to throw 500 …

1 week ago

Rodgers and Jets are in the spoiler role as Dolphins need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive

Associated Press

Miami at New York Jets Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, Fox. The Dolphins swept the Jets in 2023, including a 30-0 win in December 2023, which was the first time Miami shut out a team since 2020, when it also blanked the Jets 24-0.. McDaniel is 4-1 against the Jets as Miami’s head coach.. Stats and stuff The Dolphins need to …

1 week, 3 days ago

Aaron Rodgers-led Jets unravel in undisciplined and turnover-filled 40-14 loss to the Bills

Associated Press

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Aaron Rodgers hoped to become the NFL’s fifth quarterback to throw 500 touchdown passes. Interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said that “barring injury,” Rodgers will start next week’s season finale at home against the Miami Dolphins. “I’m going to enjoy next week and then take some mental and physical rest,” Rodgers said Sunday. Rodgers’ first interception came …

1 week, 6 days ago

Dolphins are on the outside of AFC playoffs and need help and a win over Browns to have any chance

Associated Press

CLEVELAND — The Miami Dolphins need plenty of outside help to make the AFC playoffs. “This team, what they’ve really gone through and fought for, it’s not a difficult task seeing how we have, a one-game season and our chances at the playoffs are at stake,” McDaniel said. “It’s an opportunity and I don’t think any of us on our …

Dolphins clinging to thin playoff hopes, hit the road to face Browns, who have lost four straight

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2 weeks ago

Dolphins clinging to thin playoff hopes, hit the road to face Browns, who have lost four straight

Associated Press

Miami at Cleveland Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Dolphins by 6 1/2. The Browns struggled to protect Dorian Thompson-Robinson as he was sacked four times in his start last week, which gives Sieler and Miami’s pass rush an area to exploit. He is the fourth Dolphins quarterback with 100 TD passes, and it was his 15th straight …

2 weeks, 3 days ago

The Dolphins’ improbable path to the playoffs isn’t in their hands, but they must do their part

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins’ playoff hopes are not in their hands, but they did their part with a gritty win over San Francisco on Sunday. And if we have a chance, we’re going to fight for it.” Miami closed out Sunday’s game with a strong fourth quarter in all three phases. Running back De’Von Achane had 93 …

Dolphins keep playoff hopes alive with 29-17 win over 49ers, who were eliminated Sunday afternoon

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Dolphins keep playoff hopes alive with 29-17 win over 49ers, who were eliminated Sunday afternoon

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa threw for 215 yards and a touchdown, Jason Sanders nailed five field goals, and the Miami Dolphins kept their playoff chances alive by beating the San Francisco 49ers 29-17 on Sunday. Trailing by nine early in the fourth, San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy found tight end Eric Saubert for a 2-yard score that cut …

Jets and Jaguars playing out the string again while facing uncertain futures for coaches

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4 weeks ago

Jets and Jaguars playing out the string again while facing uncertain futures for coaches

Associated Press

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The New York Jets and Jacksonville Jaguars can sulk together Sunday. … It does give you a bit of juice going into the week.” Even though Jacksonville is coming off a 10-6 victory at the Titans, Pederson’s offense showed no rhythm without injured quarterback Trevor Lawrence. “Situational football hasn’t been great for us and that is why …

1 month ago

Jets’ postseason drought extends to NFL-high 14 straight seasons with a loss to Dolphins

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The ugly pattern that has defined the New York Jets’ disappointing season showed up again Sunday. The Jets squandered a fourth-quarter lead for the fifth time and they lost 32-26 in overtime to the Miami Dolphins, extending their postseason drought to 14 straight years — the NFL’s longest active streak. “We’re playing for our pride at …

1 month ago

Tua Tagovailoa’s TD pass to Jonnu Smith gives Dolphins 32-26 overtime win over Aaron Rodgers, Jets

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa wouldn’t want to repeat everything that was said in the Miami Dolphins’ huddle Sunday when they trailed the New York Jets in the fourth quarter. “Just know we were getting after everyone inside the huddle,” Tagovailoa said, “to make sure you’re blocking the way you need to block, you’re running the routes the way …

1 month ago

Dolphins seek their fourth straight win over the Jets when the AFC East rivals meet Sunday

Associated Press

New York Jets at Miami Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Dolphins by 6 1/2. Key injuries Jets interim coach Jeff Ulbrich announced Gardner was doubtful after earlier in the week saying the star cornerback wouldn’t play — especially against the Dolphins’ speed — if he’s not fully healthy.. RB Breece Hall was ruled out Saturday after not …

1 month, 1 week ago

Dolphins’ poor performance vs. Packers on Thanksgiving was a familiar tale

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins went into Thursday’s game at Green Bay hoping to change a couple of narratives: criticisms that they can’t win in the cold and that they falter against winning teams. “That’s the thing with narratives,” coach Mike McDaniel said after Miami lost 30-17 to the Packers. “In the National Football League, you learn hard …

1 month, 1 week ago

Dolphins’ struggles in the cold continue with 30-17 loss to Packers at Lambeau Field

Associated Press

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Tua Tagovailoa had spoken about how the Miami Dolphins had an opportunity this week to change the narrative suggesting they couldn’t play well in freezing temperatures. But the Dolphins ultimately came up short in the cold once again, as their three-game winning streak ended with a 30-17 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jets’ Super Bowl dreams with Rodgers have fizzled into a tumultuous mess with lots of uncertainty

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers sat in front of a packed auditorium at the New York Jets’ facility and shared an observation a few generations of frustrated fans knew all too well. “I mean, it’s disappointing,” Rodgers said after the Jets’ 28-27 loss to Indianapolis last Sunday. He insisted this year’s squad was one of the franchise’s “most talented teams that has ever …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dolphins have hope of turning season around after their complete performance against Rams

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Mike McDaniel knew it was only a matter of time before his Miami Dolphins would finally put together a full game of complementary football. “You base it upon the teammates that you have and the type of football that you think you’re capable of playing.” The Dolphins showed flashes during their previous two games. In Monday …

1 month, 4 weeks ago

Rams are Monday night no-shows in loss to Dolphins

LA Times

Matthew Stafford recovers a fumble after a high snap as the Dolphins’ Jordyn Brooks tackles the quarterback, one of many miscues that cost the Rams. “We shot ourselves in the foot a little bit.” Dolphins cornerback Kendall Fuller picks up a fumble by Kyren Williams as the Rams’ Puka Nacua, second from right, pursues. Miami’s Neil Farrell Jr. prevents Rams …

2 months, 1 week ago

Jets' Comeback Against Texans: A Breath of Fresh Air in the AFC East

Associated Press

The New York Jets' win over the Houston Texans was a much-needed spark of optimism after a disappointing start to the season. Despite a late surge by the Texans, the Jets emerged victorious, showcasing their improved offensive efficiency and the presence of key players like Garrett Wilson and Aaron Rodgers. The Jets will now have a chance to rest and …

2 months, 1 week ago

After loss to Patriots, it’s too dark to see how Aaron Rodgers’ Jets can save their season

New York Times

— Aaron Rodgers stood at the lectern, sullen, the brim of his hat casting a shadow over his eyes. Until they did..@dreeday32 WITH 22 SECONDS LEFT 🤯 📺: CBS pic.twitter.com/QTUC4h6w6p — New England Patriots October 27, 2024 Afterward, interim coach Jeff Ulbrich — promoted to be the captain of the Titanic just as it was about to strike the iceberg …

3 months ago

Dolphins snap losing streak, top sloppy Patriots in penalty-filled affair: Key takeaways

New York Times

NFL Week 5 updates: Highlights, schedule, inactives, predictions, odds and analysis The New England Patriots tried all Sunday afternoon to beat themselves, and they finally succeeded late in the fourth quarter. GO DEEPER NFL player poll: Josh Allen for MVP; Tyreek Hill, Justin Jefferson as building blocks Miami took its first lead of the 2024 season on a first-quarter field …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Dolphins are keeping their starting QB for Monday night’s matchup with Titans under wraps

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Mike McDaniel has an idea of who will start at quarterback for the Miami Dolphins against the Tennessee Titans on Monday night. Asked about the state of his quarterback carousel, the Dolphins’ coach said Thursday that it’s “premature for a multitude of reasons” to name a starter, citing competitive advantage as one. The quarterbacks that will …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers and the Jets visit the Titans with both trying to avoid 0-2 starts

Associated Press

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The NFL did the New York Jets and four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers no favors scheduling their first three games over the span of 11 days. Two-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons said Rodgers probably has the best hard count outside of Titans offensive line guru Bill Callahan. Rodgers watched the end of the Jets’ loss …

3 months, 4 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers and the Jets look for their 1st win together on road in Tennessee

Associated Press

New York Jets at Tennessee Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Jets by 3 1/2. Series notes The Titans are 4-3 against the Jets when playing at Nissan Stadium, including a 26-22 win in New York’s last visit Dec. 2, 2018. Hall has four career fumbles, with one in each of his three season-opening games.. WR Allen Lazard, …

3 months, 4 weeks ago

Jets struggle in opener, but Saleh says 0-1 with Rodgers feels better than 1-0 last year without him

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers being back on the field healthy — albeit a bit rusty — made even a rough loss in front of a national TV audience sting just a little less for the New York Jets. “Unfortunately, it does.” That’s because after one game last year, Rodgers’ injury had the Jets’ heads spinning and their frustrated fans coming to grips …

4 months ago

A clearly emotional Mike McDaniel raves about how the Dolphins handled adversity in Week 1

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins are 1-0. The big story in the NFL on Sunday — wide receiver Tyreek Hill placed in handcuffs and seen laying face down on a street adjacent to the stadium hours before the season opener, along with defensive lineman Calais Campbell also briefly handcuffed after he attempted to intervene — remained the big …

4 months ago

Dolphins and Jaguars meet in a Week 1 matchup of QBs who secured big paydays in the offseason

Associated Press

Jaguars at Miami Dolphins Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Dolphins by 3. Key injuries Jaguars S Daniel Thomas was limited in practice Wednesday.. Dolphins LB Jaelan Phillips is expected to start after suffering a torn Achilles tendon in Week 12 last season. Series notes The Jaguars have won three of the past four games in the series.. …

4 months, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers is back for the Jets and so are lofty expectations to end a 13-year playoff drought

Associated Press

NEW YORK JETS EXPECTATIONS: Playoffs or bust. But with the 40-year-old Aaron Rodger back and healthy after tearing his left Achilles tendon on his fourth snap of the season last year, there’s renewed optimism for the Jets to not only get into the playoffs, but to make a run. The Jets’ success will come down to how Rodgers plays in …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets make decision on quarterback Aaron Rodgers playing preseason finale against Giants

Daily Mail

The New York Jets will be without their first team for Saturday's preseason finale against the Giants at MetLife Stadium, head coach Robert Saleh told reporters Thursday. This means Aaron Rodgers has missed all three preseason games as he works his way back from the torn Achilles he suffered on his first series with the Jets in 2023. Despite Rodgers' …

11 months, 3 weeks ago

Patrick Mahomes leads Chiefs past Dolphins; C.J. Stroud makes history in Texans’ win

LA Times

Patrick Mahomes threw for 262 yards and a touchdown, had his helmet shattered when he took a hit in the second half, and proceeded to lead the Kansas City Chiefs to a 26-7 rout of the Miami Dolphins in the fourth-coldest game in NFL history Saturday night. The reigning league MVP found Rashee Rice eight times for 130 yards and …

1 year ago

Dolphins’ struggles against Bills were familiar during a season they fell short vs. winning foes

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Mike McDaniel downplayed the Dolphins’ struggles against tough competition earlier in the season, when Miami had plenty of time to reverse that trend. On Sunday, after the Buffalo Bills beat Miami 21-14 and knocked the Dolphins down to the sixth seed in the AFC, McDaniel didn’t minimize his team’s frustrations. They’re just completely overpowering us.” The …

1 year ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers looks to 2024 season: ‘We’re all going to be on the hot seat next year’

New York Times

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers said everyone at the Jets will “be on the hot seat next year” following New York’s rocky 7-10 season this year. “Anything in this building that we’re doing that has nothing to do with winning needs to be assessed,” Rodgers said Monday while addressing what he’d like to see next season. During his news conference, Rodgers did …

1 year ago

Dolphins to host Bills with a chance to win AFC East, start playoffs at home

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins will be in the playoffs no matter what, but there’s plenty at stake in their showdown with AFC East rival Buffalo on Sunday night. Tyreek Hill caught six passes for 76 yards but dropped a potential touchdown when he was wide open in the end zone on Miami’s second drive. That’s how you’ve …

1 year ago

Jets enter final week looking to finish strong and end their 15-game skid against the Patriots

Associated Press

Quincy Williams insists the New York Jets still have something to play for. “But I can say it might be some side-type conversations, but it’s in the back of everyone heads, for sure, just because of the rivalry of the team, really.” There might also be some extra juice Sunday with some speculating it could be Bill Belichick’s final game …

1 year ago

Cowboys and Dolphins each seek to cement contender status with win on Sunday

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — At various times this season, the Miami Dolphins and the Dallas Cowboys have looked like contenders or pretenders. 2 spot in the AFC and can clinch a playoff berth with a win Sunday — or the “narrative” that they can’t beat good teams. “Anything other than to concern yourself with the next opponent, which for us …

1 year ago

Rodgers' return will come next season with Jets out of playoff hunt and QB not 100% healthy

The Independent

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1 year ago

Jets eliminated from playoff contention after loss to Dolphins. Rodgers’ comeback bid in question

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The very slim opening the New York Jets had of keeping their playoffs hopes alive closed with an emphatic dud. A week after their 30-6 win over Houston, Zach Wilson and the Jets hoped that dominant performance would catapult a run that could end the franchise’s 12-season playoff skid — the NFLs’ longest active drought. “It’s …

1 year ago

Jets playoff hopes end after Zach Wilson suffers concussion in blowout loss vs. Dolphins

New York Times

Shortly after the Miami Dolphins walloped the New York Jets 30-0 on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium, the Jets were eliminated from playoff contention after wins by the Cleveland Browns and Houston Texans. When asked after the game whether the Jets’ performance was embarrassing, coach Robert Saleh responded, “Yeah.” “You put together the best plan possible,” Saleh said. “They played …

1 year ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers ‘looks normal’ to coach during practice in comeback attempt

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers took a few more steps — and provided a highlight play — in his comeback attempt from a torn left Achilles tendon. Coach Robert Saleh said Friday the 40-year-old quarterback “pushed it a little bit” at practice Thursday, when he was listed as a limited participant after sitting out Wednesday. I’m like, ‘Chill!’ That’s …

1 year ago

Dolphins host Jets hoping to shake off embarrassing loss to Titans and avoid more major injuries

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins have done almost everything they’ve needed to since playing the New York Jets three weeks ago — except stay healthy. You’re rivals, you play them twice a year, you guys know each other too well, so it’s definitely a game you want to win.” Coach Robert Saleh this week characterized …

1 year ago

Dolphins need to make sure collapse against Titans doesn’t turn into a late-season skid

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — In the moments after the AFC East-leading Miami Dolphins blew a late 14-point lead to the Tennessee Titans, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa shook his head at the thought of the past. It’s not like the world ends because we lost this game.” Miami had a chance to become just the second AFC team to reach 10 wins …

1 year, 1 month ago

Dolphins look to stretch winning streak to four games when they host Titans in prime time

Associated Press

TENNESSEE at MIAMI Monday, 8:15 p.m. EST, ESPN OPENING LINE: Dolphins by 13 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. The Titans rookie quarterback was sacked six times against the Colts last week and will face a Dolphins defense that is tied for third in the NFL with 41 sacks this season. The Dolphins haven’t had a four-game winning streak this season.. …

1 year, 1 month ago

Falcons and Jets face different circumstances in the playoff hunt while both seek consistency

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Atlanta Falcons have had quarterback issues, a three-game losing streak and a record under.500. “We’re trying to win every football game we play in, so hopefully we can keep him in contention.” BOYLE BACK UNDER CENTER While the Jets wait to see if Rodgers will be able to actually come back this season, Boyle will …

1 year, 1 month ago

After a dominant Black Friday performance, the Dolphins have their eyes on winning AFC East

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa keeps reiterating that the Miami Dolphins aren’t satisfied yet. Throughout these late stretches of having these games, we’re going to need better ball from me.” The Dolphins also got another standout performance from their defense, which limited the Jets to just 159 total yards. The Dolphins haven’t allowed a team to surpass 110 yards …

1 year, 1 month ago

Miami Dolphins take down New York Jets in 21-point win

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1 year, 1 month ago

Jets reach new low in loss to Dolphins, and it’s fair to wonder if Robert Saleh is in trouble

New York Times

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Robert Saleh was once known for his fire. “It’s just, we’re trying to score,” wide receiver Garrett Wilson said about the Hail Mary. “That’s one of them things where that could describe a lot of things so far.” Epitomizing their season, the Jets saw Tim Boyle’s Hail Mary attempt at the end of the first half …

1 year, 1 month ago

AFC East rivals Dolphins and Jets square off in NFL’s first Black Friday game

Associated Press

MIAMI at NEW YORK JETS Friday, 3 p.m. EST, Amazon Prime OPENING LINE: Dolphins by 9 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. Kansas City won.. Hill is 83 yards away from breaking Julio Jones’ record for the most yards receiving in the first 11 games of a season since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970. Hill also needs one TD catch to …

1 year, 1 month ago

Jets predictions at NFL midseason: No Aaron Rodgers return in 2023; 8-win finish?

New York Times

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — This feels like the tipping point of the New York Jets’ season, fittingly at the halfway mark. So now they’re here, as they were last year, with an elite defense, a bad offense and questions about whether Robert Saleh can pull it all together for an actual run to the playoffs — and, if all goes …

1 year, 2 months ago

Analysis: AFC East isn’t looking special this season

Associated Press

The AFC East isn’t the elite division that was expected. The big thing for us is not becoming one-dimensional and predictable and I think that’s what we try to do.” Bills coach Sean McDermott supported Dorsey but the offense needs to get going. “I don’t think our team is in need of any prove-it in that way,” Dolphins coach Mike …

1 year, 2 months ago

Old friend alert: Chiefs preparing to face Tyreek Hill and high-scoring Dolphins in Germany

Associated Press

MIAMI vs KANSAS CITY in Frankfurt, Germany. STATS AND STUFF: The Dolphins are trying to start 7-2 for the first time since 2000.. Miami has not defeated a defending Super Bowl champion since beating New England on Dec. 29, 2019.. Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa is 12-1 against teams with a Super Bowl-winning coach. His lone loss was to Chiefs coach …

1 year, 2 months ago

Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey intercepts Pats’ Mac Jones in first game back from knee injury

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Jalen Ramsey watched from the sidelines when the Miami Dolphins won at New England about a month ago. As he worked his way back from a knee injury suffered during the first practice of training camp, Ramsey circled Sunday’s game against the Patriots as a potential return date. We beat anything that people say.” Ramsey returned …

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