Quick answer
- Winner
- Buffalo Bills
- Final score
- Buffalo Bills 31–28 Miami Dolphins
- Halftime
- Buffalo Bills 17–10 Miami Dolphins at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Jonathan Allen
- Top passer
- R. Fitzpatrick
- Biggest EPA play
- (3:17) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep left to 15-J.Brown for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Game date
- 2020-09-20
Game summary
The Buffalo Bills beat the Miami Dolphins 31–28 on 2020-09-20. Jonathan Allen posted a game-high +23.03 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 29 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Buffalo Bills | 7 | 10 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 31 |
 Miami Dolphins | 7 | 3 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 28 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
BUFBuffalo Bills
(5:00) 17-J.Allen pass short right to 86-R.Gilliam for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.
(:41) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short middle to 11-D.Parker for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack.
(11:46) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep right to 14-S.Diggs for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN [56-D.Godchaux].
2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.
(2:34) 2-T.Bass 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.
(:07) 7-J.Sanders 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack.
(11:23) 7-J.Sanders 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack.
(10:15) 68-R.Hunt reported in as eligible. 34-J.Howard right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack.
(6:03) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass short right to 13-G.Davis for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.
(3:17) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep left to 15-J.Brown for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.
(:54) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short middle to 88-M.Gesicki for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass to 18-P.Williams is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
MIAMiami DolphinsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q1 5:00TD Reggie GilliamPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 1
- Score
- 6-0
(5:00) 17-J.Allen pass short right to 86-R.Gilliam for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q1 4:55XP Tyler BassPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 7-0
2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q1 0:41TD Points+6
- Yard line
- BUF 2
- Score
- 7-6
(:41) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short middle to 11-D.Parker for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q1 0:38XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- BUF 15
- Score
- 7-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q2 11:46TD Stefon DiggsPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 22
- Score
- 13-7
(11:46) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep right to 14-S.Diggs for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN [56-D.Godchaux].
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q2 11:40XP Tyler BassPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 14-7
2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q2 2:34FG Tyler BassPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 21
- Score
- 17-7
(2:34) 2-T.Bass 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 0:07FG Jason SandersPoints+3
- Yard line
- BUF 34
- Score
- 17-10
(:07) 7-J.Sanders 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 11:23FG Jason SandersPoints+3
- Yard line
- BUF 27
- Score
- 17-13
(11:23) 7-J.Sanders 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 10:15TD Points+6
- Yard line
- BUF 2
- Score
- 17-19
(10:15) 68-R.Hunt reported in as eligible. 34-J.Howard right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 10:11XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- BUF 15
- Score
- 17-20
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q4 6:03TD Gabe DavisPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 6
- Score
- 23-20
(6:03) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass short right to 13-G.Davis for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q4 5:55XP Tyler BassPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 24-20
2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q4 3:17TD Ji'Ayir BrownPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 46
- Score
- 30-20
(3:17) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep left to 15-J.Brown for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- BUFBuffalo Bills
Q4 3:09XP Tyler BassPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 31-20
2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 0:54TD Mike GesickiPoints+6
- Yard line
- BUF 8
- Score
- 31-26
(:54) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short middle to 88-M.Gesicki for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 0:49Safety RFR. FitzpatrickPoints+2
- Yard line
- BUF 2
- Score
- 31-28
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass to 18-P.Williams is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1
Jonathan Allen · Buffalo Bills · Passing · +23.03 total EPA · 39 snaps · +0.59 EPA/play - 2Mike Gesicki · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +9.54 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.87 EPA/play
- 3Ji'Ayir Brown · Buffalo Bills · Receiving · +8.34 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.39 EPA/play
- 4R. Fitzpatrick · Miami Dolphins · Passing · +8.07 total EPA · 53 snaps · +0.15 EPA/play
- 5Cole Beasley · Buffalo Bills · Receiving · +6.95 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.16 EPA/play
- 6Stefon Diggs · Buffalo Bills · Receiving · +6.03 total EPA · 13 snaps · +0.46 EPA/play
- 7Isaiah Ford · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +5.47 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.61 EPA/play
- 8Gabe Davis · Buffalo Bills · Receiving · +3.06 total EPA · 1 snaps · +3.06 EPA/play
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Highest total EPA with the player's top snap and the game's biggest single play when different.
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Jonathan Allen — BUF · Passing
Jonathan Allen posted the highest total EPA (+23.03) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Buffalo Bills. Across 39 counted snaps, they averaged +0.59 EPA per play.
Jonathan Allen's top snap (+5.93 EPA): (3:17) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep left to 15-J.Brown for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
R. Fitzpatrick led all passers in efficiency for Miami Dolphins, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- R. Fitzpatrick (Miami Dolphins) · 53 dropbacks · 58.5% completion · +0.6% CPOE · +0.15 EPA/play · +8.07 total EPA
- Jonathan Allen (Buffalo Bills) · 39 dropbacks · 61.5% completion · +6.3% CPOE · +0.59 EPA/play · +23.03 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Buffalo Bills | Miami Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.280 | +0.153 |
| Offensive success rate | 45.5% | 48.4% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.591 | +0.152 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.023 | +0.101 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.153 | -0.280 |
| Defensive success rate | 51.6% | 54.5% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Buffalo Bills generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.28 vs +0.15), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Buffalo Bills: +0.28 EPA/play (97th percentile vs. 2020 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: +0.15 EPA/play (79th percentile vs. 2020 team-game averages)
- Buffalo Bills: 12 drives, +21.55 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- Miami Dolphins: 11 drives, +14.54 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Buffalo Bills — Reggie Gilliam (Jonathan Allen pass)
- Miami Dolphins — DeVante Parker (R. Fitzpatrick pass)
- Buffalo Bills — Stefon Diggs (Jonathan Allen pass)
- Miami Dolphins — Jarveon Howard
- Buffalo Bills — Gabe Davis (Jonathan Allen pass)
- Buffalo Bills — Ji'Ayir Brown (Jonathan Allen pass)
- Miami Dolphins — Mike Gesicki (R. Fitzpatrick pass)
Field goals
- Buffalo Bills — Tyler Bass
- Miami Dolphins — Jason Sanders
- Miami Dolphins — Jason Sanders
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: The quarter finished even at 7–7. Buffalo Bills found the end zone from the MIA 1 (Q1 5:00) — (5:00) 17-J.Allen pass short right to 86-R.Gilliam for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Buffalo Bills added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q1 4:55) — 2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the BUF 2 (Q1 0:41) — (:41) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short middle to 11-D.Parker for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the BUF 15 (Q1 0:38) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack..
The second quarter: Buffalo Bills won the period 10–3. Buffalo Bills found the end zone from the MIA 22 (Q2 11:46) — (11:46) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep right to 14-S.Diggs for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN [56-D.Godchaux].; Buffalo Bills added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q2 11:40) — 2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.; Buffalo Bills connected on a field goal from the MIA 21 (Q2 2:34) — (2:34) 2-T.Bass 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the BUF 34 (Q2 0:07) — (:07) 7-J.Sanders 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack..
The third quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 3–0. Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the BUF 27 (Q3 11:23) — (11:23) 7-J.Sanders 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack..
The fourth quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 15–14. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the BUF 2 (Q4 10:15) — (10:15) 68-R.Hunt reported in as eligible. 34-J.Howard right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the BUF 15 (Q4 10:11) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack.; Buffalo Bills found the end zone from the MIA 6 (Q4 6:03) — (6:03) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass short right to 13-G.Davis for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Buffalo Bills added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q4 5:55) — 2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.; Buffalo Bills found the end zone from the MIA 46 (Q4 3:17) — (3:17) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep left to 15-J.Brown for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Buffalo Bills added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q4 3:09) — 2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the BUF 8 (Q4 0:54) — (:54) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short middle to 88-M.Gesicki for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins registered a safety from the BUF 2 (Q4 0:49) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass to 18-P.Williams is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Buffalo Bills (Q4 3:17) — (3:17) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep left to 15-J.Brown for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Buffalo Bills (Q4 10:11) — (10:11) 17-J.Allen pass deep right to 14-S.Diggs to MIA 28 for 47 yards (23-N.Igbinoghene).
- Buffalo Bills (Q4 8:13) — (8:13) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep middle to 11-C.Beasley to MIA 18 for 24 yards (55-J.Baker; 25-X.Howard).
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 2:05) — (2:05) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass incomplete short left to 18-P.Williams.
- Buffalo Bills (Q4 6:03) — (6:03) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass short right to 13-G.Davis for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Buffalo Bills (Q4 3:17) — (3:17) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep left to 15-J.Brown for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 2:05) — (2:05) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass incomplete short left to 18-P.Williams.
- Buffalo Bills (Q2 12:41) — (12:41) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep right to 19-I.McKenzie to MIA 22 for 46 yards (40-N.Needham, 28-B.McCain).
- Buffalo Bills (Q4 6:03) — (6:03) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass short right to 13-G.Davis for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Buffalo Bills TD (+6) — Q1 5:00 · MIA 1 · Score 6-0
(5:00) 17-J.Allen pass short right to 86-R.Gilliam for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Buffalo Bills XP (+1) — Q1 4:55 · MIA 15 · Score 7-0
2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q1 0:41 · BUF 2 · Score 7-6
(:41) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short middle to 11-D.Parker for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q1 0:38 · BUF 15 · Score 7-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack. - Buffalo Bills TD (+6) — Q2 11:46 · MIA 22 · Score 13-7
(11:46) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep right to 14-S.Diggs for 22 yards, TOUCHDOWN [56-D.Godchaux]. - Buffalo Bills XP (+1) — Q2 11:40 · MIA 15 · Score 14-7
2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez. - Buffalo Bills FG (+3) — Q2 2:34 · MIA 21 · Score 17-7
(2:34) 2-T.Bass 39 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 0:07 · BUF 34 · Score 17-10
(:07) 7-J.Sanders 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q3 11:23 · BUF 27 · Score 17-13
(11:23) 7-J.Sanders 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 10:15 · BUF 2 · Score 17-19
(10:15) 68-R.Hunt reported in as eligible. 34-J.Howard right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q4 10:11 · BUF 15 · Score 17-20
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-50-B.Ferguson, Holder-2-M.Haack. - Buffalo Bills TD (+6) — Q4 6:03 · MIA 6 · Score 23-20
(6:03) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass short right to 13-G.Davis for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Buffalo Bills XP (+1) — Q4 5:55 · MIA 15 · Score 24-20
2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez. - Buffalo Bills TD (+6) — Q4 3:17 · MIA 46 · Score 30-20
(3:17) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep left to 15-J.Brown for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Buffalo Bills XP (+1) — Q4 3:09 · MIA 15 · Score 31-20
2-T.Bass extra point is GOOD, Center-69-R.Ferguson, Holder-9-C.Bojorquez. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 0:54 · BUF 8 · Score 31-26
(:54) (Shotgun) 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass short middle to 88-M.Gesicki for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins Safety (+2) — Q4 0:49 · BUF 2 · Score 31-28
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 14-R.Fitzpatrick pass to 18-P.Williams is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Buffalo Bills earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- Jonathan Allen (Buffalo Bills) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Jonathan Allen (BUF) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Buffalo Bills vs Miami Dolphins on 2020-09-20?
The Buffalo Bills beat the Miami Dolphins 31-28 in Week 2, 2020.
What was the score by quarter in Buffalo Bills vs Miami Dolphins?
Q1: Buffalo Bills 7, Miami Dolphins 7; Q2: Buffalo Bills 10, Miami Dolphins 3; Q3: Buffalo Bills 0, Miami Dolphins 3; Q4: Buffalo Bills 14, Miami Dolphins 15; Final: Buffalo Bills 31, Miami Dolphins 28.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Buffalo Bills vs Miami Dolphins?
Buffalo Bills touchdown — R. Gilliam (J. Allen pass) (Q1 5:00) Miami Dolphins touchdown — D. Parker (R. Fitzpatrick pass) (Q1 0:41) Buffalo Bills touchdown — S. Diggs (J. Allen pass) (Q2 11:46) Miami Dolphins touchdown — J. Howard (Q4 10:15) Buffalo Bills touchdown — G. Davis (J. Allen pass) (Q4 6:03) Buffalo Bills touchdown — J. Brown (J. Allen pass) (Q4 3:17) Miami Dolphins touchdown — M. Gesicki (R. Fitzpatrick pass) (Q4 0:54) Buffalo Bills field goal — T. Bass (Q2 2:34, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — J. Sanders (Q2 0:07, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — J. Sanders (Q3 11:23, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Buffalo Bills vs Miami Dolphins?
R. Fitzpatrick (Miami Dolphins), 58.5% completion, +0.6% CPOE, +0.15 EPA per dropback, +8.07 total passing EPA. Jonathan Allen (Buffalo Bills), 61.5% completion, +6.3% CPOE, +0.59 EPA per dropback, +23.03 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Buffalo Bills vs Miami Dolphins?
Jonathan Allen (Buffalo Bills) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +23.03 total EPA on Passing plays. across 39 snaps. Their top snap (+5.93 EPA): (3:17) (Shotgun) 17-J.Allen pass deep left to 15-J.Brown for 46 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Was Buffalo Bills vs Miami Dolphins a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Buffalo Bills won 31-28 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Buffalo Bills
Entered 1-0 Now 2-0 W
Miami Dolphins
Entered 0-1 Now 0-2 L
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