The Dolphins turn pressure and Malik Willis’ touchdown connection with Malik Washington into a 10-point halftime edge.
Miami leads 13-3 at halftime after a touchdown and two field goals, while New England has managed one field goal. Malik Willis has 112 passing yards and a touchdown, and Malik Washington has four catches for 35 yards and the receiving touchdown. The Dolphins have 123 total yards to New England’s 98, with five sacks and no turnovers; the Patriots have lost one fumble and converted just 2 of 6 third downs. After the break, watch whether Drake Maye can find answers against Miami’s rush—he has 53 passing yards—as the 4-3, No. 6 power-index Patriots chase the 1-5, No. 29 Dolphins.
Key Performers
Malik Willis — 12-of-15, 112 passing yards, 1 TD Malik Washington — 4 receptions, 35 yards, 1 TD Miami defense — 5 sacks, 0 turnovers