MIAMI (AP) — With their latest win, the Miami Dolphins may have found a new path to the playoffs — by keeping the ball on the ground.
A suddenly viable running attack helped the Dolphins (9-5) beat New England and retain control of their chances in the race for an AFC wild-card berth.
In Sunday’s 22-12 victory, the Dolphins rushed for 250 yards, their highest total since 2016. It was an uncharacteristically muscular performance by an offense that came into the game ranked last in the NFL in yards per carry.
Even some of those watching from the Miami sideline were surprised.