The Miami Dolphins were beat handily by New England, 35-14, to conclude the regular season.
However, Miami (10-6) qualified for the playoffs for the first time since 2008 and has a more important game Sunday against Pittsburgh (11-5).
With that in mind, here is a look at whose stock is rising and falling for the Dolphins:
Falling
1. Tony Lippett, cornerback: It was a rough day at the office for Lippett. Not only was he picked on in coverage by Patriots future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady, but Lippett also was on the receiving end of one of the biggest blocks by a wide receiver this year.