Game story
In Week 13 of the 2014 NFL season on 2014-12-01, the Miami Dolphins took care of business against the New York Jets, pulling away with a 16–13 final that came down to the wire.
The highest-scoring period was Q1 with 14 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
R. Tannehill (Miami Dolphins) paced the passing game, with -4.37 total EPA, and +9.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, D. Sims (Miami Dolphins) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +4.32 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-29.0% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when New York Jets changed the game: (:39) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass deep middle intended for 85-J.Cumberland INTERCEPTED by 20-R.Jones at MIA 30. 20-R.Jones to MIA 26 for -4 yards.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Dolphins | 0 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 16 |
| New York Jets | 14 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 D. Sims · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +4.32 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.08 EPA/play
- 2 J. Kerley · New York Jets · Rushing · +3.06 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.53 EPA/play
- 3 J. Landry · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +2.47 total EPA · 11 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
- 4 G. Salas · New York Jets · Rushing · +2.35 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.35 EPA/play
- 5 Z. Sudfeld · New York Jets · Receiving · +2.27 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.27 EPA/play
- 6 B. Powell · New York Jets · Receiving · +2.11 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.70 EPA/play
- 7 L. Miller · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +1.90 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.13 EPA/play
- 8 B. Hartline · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +0.89 total EPA · 1 snaps · +0.89 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
D. Sims — MIA · Receiving
D. Sims posted the highest total EPA (+4.32) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on Miami Dolphins's efficiency. Across 4 counted snaps, they averaged +1.08 EPA per play.
The signature play (-7.09 EPA) came from Miami Dolphins: (4:22) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right intended for 26-L.Miller INTERCEPTED by 30-D.Walls [91-S.Richardson] at NYJ 45. 30-D.Walls to MIA 30 for 25 yards (26-L.Miller).
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Jets — G. Salas
- Miami Dolphins — L. Miller
Field goals
- New York Jets — N. Folk
- Miami Dolphins — C. Sturgis
- Miami Dolphins — C. Sturgis
- New York Jets — N. Folk
- Miami Dolphins — C. Sturgis
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The opening quarter: New York Jets won the period 14–0. New York Jets found the end zone from the MIA 20 (Q1 52:53) — (7:53) 17-G.Salas left end for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q1 52:45) — 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-4-R.Quigley.; New York Jets found the end zone from the NYJ 58 (Q1 50:59) — (5:59) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 14-J.Landry to MIA 46 for 4 yards (25-C.Pryor)..
The second quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. New York Jets connected on a field goal from the MIA 22 (Q2 42:01) — (12:01) 2-N.Folk 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-4-R.Quigley.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NYJ 25 (Q2 30:04) — (:04) 9-C.Sturgis 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields..
The third quarter: The quarter finished even at 3–3. Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NYJ 26 (Q3 26:00) — (11:00) 9-C.Sturgis 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; New York Jets connected on a field goal from the MIA 27 (Q3 22:21) — (7:21) 2-N.Folk 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-4-R.Quigley..
The fourth quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 10–0. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NYJ 4 (Q4 10:28) — (10:28) (Shotgun) 26-L.Miller right tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NYJ 2 (Q4 10:24) — 9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NYJ 8 (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) 9-C.Sturgis 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New York Jets (Q4 0:39) — (:39) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 7-G.Smith pass deep middle intended for 85-J.Cumberland INTERCEPTED by 20-R.Jones at MIA 30. 20-R.Jones to MIA 26 for -4 yards.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 3:38) — (3:38) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short middle to 80-D.Sims to NYJ 14 for 17 yards (20-K.Wilson, 37-J.Jarrett).
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 10:28) — (10:28) (Shotgun) 26-L.Miller right tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 19:22) — (4:22) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right intended for 26-L.Miller INTERCEPTED by 30-D.Walls [91-S.Richardson] at NYJ 45. 30-D.Walls to MIA 30 for 25 yards (26-L.Miller).
- New York Jets (Q4 6:27) — (6:27) (Shotgun) 7-G.Smith sacked at MIA 27 for -8 yards (55-K.Misi).
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 19:22) — (4:22) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right intended for 26-L.Miller INTERCEPTED by 30-D.Walls [91-S.Richardson] at NYJ 45. 30-D.Walls to MIA 30 for 25 yards (26-L.Miller).
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 46:50) — (1:50) 9-C.Sturgis 43 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- New York Jets (Q4 5:46) — (5:46) 2-N.Folk 45 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-4-R.Quigley.
- New York Jets (Q2 33:28) — (3:28) 2-N.Folk 48 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Left, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-4-R.Quigley.
Quarterback report card
R.Tannehill led all passers in efficiency for Miami Dolphins, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- R.Tannehill (Miami Dolphins) · 39 dropbacks · 64.1% completion · +9.8% CPOE · -0.11 EPA/play · -4.37 total EPA
- G.Smith (New York Jets) · 18 dropbacks · 38.9% completion · -9.0% CPOE · -0.24 EPA/play · -4.35 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | Miami Dolphins | New York Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.027 | -0.096 |
| Offensive success rate | 51.4% | 41.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.112 | -0.242 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.096 | +0.060 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.096 | +0.027 |
| Defensive success rate | 58.2% | 48.6% |
By the numbers
Despite the final score, Miami Dolphins generated the better offensive EPA per play (-0.03 vs -0.10), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
- Miami Dolphins: 11 drives, -2.02 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- New York Jets: 10 drives, -7.59 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research, film review, and follow-up box score digging.
- Miami Dolphins leaves with the win and the better postgame narrative for Week-to-week momentum.
- One-score margin — fantasy managers should double-check garbage-time stats before drawing conclusions.
- D. Sims (Miami Dolphins) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- R. Tannehill (MIA) beat expectation through the air — positive CPOE game for stack builds.
- G. Smith (NYJ) finished below expected efficiency — volume may have masked accuracy issues.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with field position and full play-by-play context.
- New York Jets TD (+6) — Q1 52:53 · MIA 20 · Score 0-6
(7:53) 17-G.Salas left end for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q1 52:45 · MIA 2 · Score 0-7
2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-4-R.Quigley. - New York Jets TD (+7) — Q1 50:59 · NYJ 58 · Score 0-7
(5:59) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 14-J.Landry to MIA 46 for 4 yards (25-C.Pryor). - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q2 42:01 · MIA 22 · Score 0-10
(12:01) 2-N.Folk 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-4-R.Quigley. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 30:04 · NYJ 25 · Score 3-10
(:04) 9-C.Sturgis 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q3 26:00 · NYJ 26 · Score 6-10
(11:00) 9-C.Sturgis 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q3 22:21 · MIA 27 · Score 6-13
(7:21) 2-N.Folk 45 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-4-R.Quigley. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 10:28 · NYJ 4 · Score 12-13
(10:28) (Shotgun) 26-L.Miller right tackle for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q4 10:24 · NYJ 2 · Score 13-13
9-C.Sturgis extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q4 2:00 · NYJ 8 · Score 16-13
(2:00) 9-C.Sturgis 26 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Miami Dolphins vs New York Jets?
The Miami Dolphins beat the New York Jets 16-13 in Week 13, 2014 on 2014-12-01.
What was the final score of Miami Dolphins vs New York Jets?
The final score was Miami Dolphins 16, New York Jets 13 (MIA 16-13 NYJ) in Week 13, 2014 on 2014-12-01.
What was the score by quarter in Miami Dolphins vs New York Jets?
Q1: Miami Dolphins 0, New York Jets 14; Q2: Miami Dolphins 3, New York Jets 3; Q3: Miami Dolphins 3, New York Jets 3; Q4: Miami Dolphins 10, New York Jets 0; Final: Miami Dolphins 16, New York Jets 13.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Miami Dolphins vs New York Jets?
New York Jets touchdown — G. Salas (Q1 52:53) Miami Dolphins touchdown — L. Miller (Q4 10:28) New York Jets field goal — N. Folk (Q2 42:01, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — C. Sturgis (Q2 30:04, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — C. Sturgis (Q3 26:00, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — N. Folk (Q3 22:21, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — C. Sturgis (Q4 2:00, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Miami Dolphins vs New York Jets?
R. Tannehill (Miami Dolphins), 64.1% completion, +9.8% CPOE, -0.11 EPA per dropback, -4.37 total passing EPA. G. Smith (New York Jets), 38.9% completion, -9.0% CPOE, -0.24 EPA per dropback, -4.35 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in Miami Dolphins vs New York Jets?
D. Sims (Miami Dolphins) led the game in total EPA with +4.32 on receiving plays. across 4 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-7.09 EPA): (4:22) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right intended for 26-L.Miller INTERCEPTED by 30-D.Walls [91-S.Richardson] at NYJ 45. 30-D.Walls to MIA 30 for 25 yards (26-L.Miller).. The biggest win-probability swing was -29.0%.
Was Miami Dolphins vs New York Jets a close game?
Yes — the margin was 3 points. Miami Dolphins won 16-13 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
Miami Dolphins
Entered 6-5 Now 7-5 W
New York Jets
Entered 2-9 Now 2-10 L
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