Miami Dolphins Clinch Playoff Berth After Week 18 Victory
Dolphins Secure Final AFC Playoff Spot with 11-6 Record
Win Over Dallas Cowboys and Patriots Loss Helps Miami Secure Postseason Appearance
The Miami Dolphins have clinched a playoff berth after defeating the Dallas Cowboys 22-20 in Week 18. The Dolphins' victory, coupled with the New England Patriots' 35-23 loss to the Buffalo Bills, secured the final AFC playoff spot for Miami.
The Dolphins finished the regular season with an 11-6 record, their best mark since 2016. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa led the Dolphins' offense, throwing for 3,548 yards and 25 touchdowns with just five interceptions. Running back Raheem Mostert rushed for 891 yards and eight touchdowns, while wide receiver Tyreek Hill led the team with 1,710 receiving yards and seven touchdowns.
The Dolphins' defense was also strong, ranking eighth in the NFL in points allowed per game. Linebacker Jerome Baker led the team with 117 tackles, while cornerback Xavien Howard intercepted five passes and returned two for touchdowns.
The Dolphins will now face the Buffalo Bills in the Wild Card round of the playoffs. The game is scheduled for Sunday, January 15, at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York.
Dolphins' Remaining Games and Playoff Implications
The table below shows the Dolphins' remaining games and the potential playoff implications of each outcome.
| Week | Opponent | Date | Time | Playoff Implications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | Dallas Cowboys | January 8 | 1:00 PM EST | Clinched playoff berth with win |
| 19 | Buffalo Bills | January 15 | 1:00 PM EST | Wild Card Round of the Playoffs |
Conclusion
The Miami Dolphins have clinched a playoff berth for the first time since 2016. The Dolphins' victory over the Dallas Cowboys and the Patriots' loss to the Bills secured the final AFC playoff spot for Miami.
The Dolphins will now face the Buffalo Bills in the Wild Card round of the playoffs. The game is scheduled for Sunday, January 15, at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York.
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