First-Ever NFL Black Friday Triumph: Dolphins Dominate with a 34-13 Win Over the Jets

In a resounding victory, marking the first-ever Black Friday game in National Football League history, the Miami Dolphins showcased their dominance with a decisive 34-13 win over the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Dolphins’ 8-3 record speaks volumes about their consistency and growing reputation as a formidable force in the AFC.

The game’s defining moment came from safety Jevon Holland, whose electrifying 99-yard zigzagging interception return for a touchdown on a Hail Mary on the final play of the first half extended the Dolphins’ lead to 17-6 and effectively sealed the outcome for Miami. The final score, 34-13, reflected a game statistically dominated by the Dolphins.

Before exiting the game with an awful achilles injury, Jaelan Phillips contributed significantly with a sack and a pass batted at the line of scrimmage.

Despite the setback, the Dolphins showcased their superiority over the Jets throughout the game. The Jets struggled to convert third-down situations until the fourth quarter, highlighting Miami’s defensive strength. The Dolphins’ defensive line, led by Christian Wilkins with two sacks, contributed to a total of seven sacks, disrupting the Jets’ offensive rhythm.

Tyreek Hill not only redeemed himself after dropping an earlier touchdown pass but also broke Julio Jones’ record for the most receiving yards through 11 games of a season (1,324). Alongside wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, both surpassed 100 receiving yards, with Hill adding a touchdown of his own, underscoring the depth and potency of the Dolphins’ passing game. Hill’s record-breaking performance, coupled with Raheem Mostert’s rushing touchdowns of 13 and 34 yards in the fourth quarter, played an instrumental role in securing the Dolphins’ triumphant victory.

Kicker Jason Sanders added to the scoring with field goals of 38 and an impressive 54 yards. The defense further solidified Miami’s dominance with two interceptions, including Jerome Baker’s interception in the fourth quarter after Xavien Howard tipped a pass intended for Breece Hall.

The victory, however, was marred by the injuries to key players, particularly Jaelan Phillips and tackle Terron Armstead. Phillips’ achilles injury and Armstead’s calf injury added a somber note to an otherwise triumphant game.

Austin Jackson’s ejection in the fourth quarter prompted the Dolphins to finish the game with Kendall Lamm and Kion Smith as their tackles. Despite these challenges, the Dolphins continued to assert their dominance, adding Sanders’ second field goal and a Raheem Mostert touchdown to cap a 92-yard drive.

While the game wasn’t a flawless performance for the Dolphins, with two Tua Tagovailoa interceptions and a Braxton Berrios fumble in the fourth quarter, they demonstrated resilience and control. The Jets’ only offensive touchdown came after a Miami turnover, but the Dolphins swiftly recovered the onside kick, allowing Mostert to run for crucial yards to secure the victory.

Despite encountering challenges and injuries, the Dolphins’ resilience, defensive excellence, and offensive contributions firmly establish them as formidable Super Bowl contenders. Currently leading the AFC East and holding the top spot in the entire AFC alongside the Baltimore Ravens, they showcase a will that positions them as a force to be reckoned with in the league.