It wasn't always pretty but the Miami Dolphins kicked off the 2021 season the right way with a 17-16 win over the New England Patriots for the early advantage in the AFC East.
Any win in the NFL is worth celebrating, but the Dolphins came away from the game with a 1-0 record and plenty to work on to ensure they are 2-0 this time next week. They'll have their home opener against a Buffalo Bills squad that will be motivated after losing their own home opener, 23-16 to the Pittsburgh Steelers.