The Numbers Behind Miami’s Win Over Patriots
Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey (5) intercepts a pass against the New England Patriots during the first half of an NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Oct. 29, 2023.
What was billed as an Alabama quarterback showdown with Mac Jones squaring off against Tua Tagovailoa turned into a Miami Dolphins sweep of Bill Belichicks Patriots.
After yet another slow start by the offense, the Dolphins were eventually able to get back on track while the defense played well getting a lift from the return of Jalen Ramsey.
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Let’s take a look at some of the numbers behind Miami’s second win of the season against New England.
17 – New England quickly marched down the field to take a 7-0 lead in the 1st quarter while Miami’s offense came out flat. After some in-game adjustments, the Dolphins scored the next 17 points to go into halftime up 17-7.
2 – Jalen Ramsey made his presence felt in his first game in front of the home crowd, pulling down a drive ending interception. This was only the 2nd interception by a Miami defensive back this year.
3 – The Dolphins were able to convert all 3 fourth down attempts while only converting 5 third downs.
1/9 – Outside of two long drives, the defense held New England to a 1 of 9 third down attempts.
17.3 – Jaylen Waddle made his first true impact on this offense, averaging 17.3 yards per reception while contributing 121 yards and a touchdown.
5 – Tyreek Hill and Waddle both exceeded over 100 receiving yards for the 5th time in their two seasons together.
9 – With the win today, Miami’s record stands at 6-2 which is the 9th time in their history, and the first time since 2001 they have achieved this mark..
6 – Tua Tagovailoa is now 6-0 against Bill Belichick, giving him the best record by any quarterback in NFL history against him.
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