630 days ago. December 11, 2016. Hard Rock Stadium. A crucial December football game, that in recent years, December football games have been absolute meaningless for the Miami Dolphins. At 7-5, Miami was seeking its first postseason appearance since the Chad Pennington, Tony Sparano, and “wildcat” days of 2008.
Ryan Tannehill looked poise and had great protection from the offensive line early on, tossing a 28-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Kenny Stills. In the second quarter, Tannehill found TE Dion Sims for a 7-yard score, stretching Miami’s lead to eight.
The Dolphins executed right from the get-go in the second half, as Tannehill’s third touchdown pass of the day went to Damien Williams.