The Miami Dolphins have flirted with elimination over the last few weeks, but a win over the Cleveland Browns in Week 17 has opened a legitimate path to the postseason.
The Dolphins have rallied to go 6-2 over their final eight games. It's not always been pretty, but that kind of momentum could make them a plucky underdog to watch. It could also help confirm that they are on the right track under Mike McDaniel.
Despite a 2-6 start to the season the Dolphins have an 11 percent chance of sneaking into the playoffs, per NFL.