In a nail-biting late slate showdown, the Miami Dolphins secured a crucial victory and clinched a playoff berth in dramatic fashion on Sunday night. Facing off against the Dallas Cowboys at Hard Rock Stadium, the Dolphins emerged victorious with a final score of 22-20, sealed by a game-winning 29-yard field goal from kicker Jason Sanders as time expired.
The Cowboys, mounting a comeback from a nine-point deficit in the fourth quarter, kept the game close until the end. Taking an early 7-3 lead in the first quarter with a 49-yard touchdown pass to CeeDee Lamb, the teams engaged in a field goal battle until the decisive final quarter.
After a 33-yard field goal by Brandon Aubrey narrowed the gap to six points, Dak Prescott connected with Brandin Cooks in the corner of the end zone, propelling Dallas ahead by a single point with just 3:27 remaining in the game. This critical score occurred during a 17-play drive, marking the Cowboys' longest of the year.
However, the Dolphins responded by methodically advancing down the field, managing the clock effectively, and setting up Sanders for the game-winning field goal.
Prescott finished the game with a 20-of-32 completion rate, amassing 253 yards and two touchdowns. Tony Pollard contributed 38 yards on 12 carries, while CeeDee Lamb recorded an impressive 118 yards on six receptions.
On the Dolphins' side, Tua Tagovailoa completed 24 of 37 passes for 293 yards, including a touchdown. Raheem Mostert added 46 yards on 11 carries, and Hill made a notable impact with 99 yards on nine receptions.
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