Game story
In Week 9 of the 2018 NFL season on 2018-11-04, the Miami Dolphins took care of business against the New York Jets, pulling away with a 13–6 final that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 10 combined points — the stretch that most shaped the final margin.
S. Darnold (New York Jets) paced the passing game, with -15.94 total EPA, and -11.8% completion percentage over expected.
On the individual side, C. Herndon (New York Jets) delivered the top overall EPA impact at +2.08 — the clearest player-of-the-game signal on the analytics sheet.
The momentum swing (-18.0% win probability) landed in the fourth quarter when New York Jets changed the game: (10:56) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold pass short right intended for 83-E.Tomlinson INTERCEPTED by 55-J.Baker at NYJ 25. 55-J.Baker for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q4 | — | — | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Jets | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Miami Dolphins | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA) across passing, rushing, and receiving.
- 1 C. Herndon · New York Jets · Receiving · +2.08 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.52 EPA/play
- 2 K. Stills · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +1.78 total EPA · 1 snaps · +1.78 EPA/play
- 3 E. McGuire · New York Jets · Receiving · +1.72 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 4 K. Drake · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +1.49 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.25 EPA/play
- 5 K. Ballage · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +1.09 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.55 EPA/play
- 6 Q. Enunwa · New York Jets · Receiving · +0.68 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.17 EPA/play
- 7 J. Grant · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +0.56 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.28 EPA/play
- 8 I. Crowell · New York Jets · Receiving · +0.43 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.22 EPA/play
Player of the game
FantasyHQ analytics player-of-the-game pick based on total EPA and signature plays.
C. Herndon — NYJ · Receiving
C. Herndon posted the highest total EPA (+2.08) in the game, making the biggest overall impact on New York Jets's efficiency. Across 4 counted snaps, they averaged +0.52 EPA per play.
The signature play (-6.60 EPA) came from New York Jets: (10:56) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold pass short right intended for 83-E.Tomlinson INTERCEPTED by 55-J.Baker at NYJ 25. 55-J.Baker for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal with the player named in official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Miami Dolphins — J. Baker
Field goals
- Miami Dolphins — J. Sanders
- Miami Dolphins — J. Sanders
- New York Jets — J. Myers
- New York Jets — J. Myers
How it unfolded, quarter by quarter
A quarter-by-quarter recap built from live scoring plays and play descriptions.
The second quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 6–3. Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NYJ 25 (Q2 42:44) — (12:44) (Field Goal formation) 7-J.Sanders 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NYJ 9 (Q2 31:14) — (1:14) (Field Goal formation) 7-J.Sanders 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.; New York Jets connected on a field goal from the MIA 30 (Q2 30:25) — (:25) (Field Goal formation) 2-J.Myers 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-4-L.Edwards..
The fourth quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 7–3. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the MIA 84 (Q4 10:56); Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NYJ 15 (Q4 10:48) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.; New York Jets connected on a field goal from the MIA 38 (Q4 6:03) — (6:03) (Field Goal formation) 2-J.Myers 56 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-4-L.Edwards..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most — the swings that decided the game.
- New York Jets (Q4 10:56) — (10:56) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold pass short right intended for 83-E.Tomlinson INTERCEPTED by 55-J.Baker at NYJ 25. 55-J.Baker for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Jets (Q1 46:04) — (1:04) 14-S.Darnold pass deep right intended for 18-D.Burnett INTERCEPTED by 47-K.Alonso at MIA 28. 47-K.Alonso pushed ob at MIA 42 for 14 yards (20-I.Crowell). PENALTY on NYJ-72-B.Shell, Unnecessary
- New York Jets (Q4 15:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) 25-E.McGuire up the middle to MIA 23 for 7 yards (47-K.Alonso).
- New York Jets (Q4 13:44) — (13:44) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold sacked at MIA 27 for -7 yards (91-C.Wake).
- New York Jets (Q4 12:45) — (12:45) (Field Goal formation) 2-J.Myers 50 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-4-L.Edwards.
Impact plays
Highest expected-points added snaps that flipped field position and scoring chances.
- New York Jets (Q4 10:56) — (10:56) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold pass short right intended for 83-E.Tomlinson INTERCEPTED by 55-J.Baker at NYJ 25. 55-J.Baker for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Jets (Q1 46:04) — (1:04) 14-S.Darnold pass deep right intended for 18-D.Burnett INTERCEPTED by 47-K.Alonso at MIA 28. 47-K.Alonso pushed ob at MIA 42 for 14 yards (20-I.Crowell). PENALTY on NYJ-72-B.Shell, Unnecessary
- New York Jets (Q4 12:45) — (12:45) (Field Goal formation) 2-J.Myers 50 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-4-L.Edwards.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 22:43) — (7:43) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 8-B.Osweiler sacked at MIA 35 for -10 yards (48-J.Jenkins).
Quarterback report card
S.Darnold led all passers in efficiency for New York Jets, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- S.Darnold (New York Jets) · 45 dropbacks · 46.7% completion · -11.8% CPOE · -0.35 EPA/play · -15.94 total EPA
- B.Osweiler (Miami Dolphins) · 30 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · +1.2% CPOE · -0.29 EPA/play · -8.82 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency from FantasyHQ analytics.
| Stat | New York Jets | Miami Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.290 | -0.223 |
| Offensive success rate | 31.7% | 31.1% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.354 | -0.294 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.217 | -0.384 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.223 | +0.290 |
| Defensive success rate | 68.9% | 68.3% |
By the numbers
Miami Dolphins held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.22 vs -0.29), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
- Miami Dolphins: 14 drives, -16.50 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- New York Jets: 13 drives, -23.75 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.
- C. Herndon (New York Jets) is the first name to pull up for highlight reels and prop-retrospective research.
- S. Darnold (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.
- Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 42:44 · NYJ 25 · Score 0-3
(12:44) (Field Goal formation) 7-J.Sanders 43 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 31:14 · NYJ 9 · Score 0-6
(1:14) (Field Goal formation) 7-J.Sanders 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q2 30:25 · MIA 30 · Score 3-6
(:25) (Field Goal formation) 2-J.Myers 48 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-4-L.Edwards. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 10:56 · MIA 84 · Score 3-12
(10:56) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold pass short right intended for 83-E.Tomlinson INTERCEPTED by 55-J.Baker at NYJ 25. 55-J.Baker for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q4 10:48 · NYJ 15 · Score 3-13
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q4 6:03 · MIA 38 · Score 6-13
(6:03) (Field Goal formation) 2-J.Myers 56 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-4-L.Edwards.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins?
The Miami Dolphins beat the New York Jets 13-6 in Week 9, 2018 on 2018-11-04.
What was the final score of New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins?
The final score was New York Jets 6, Miami Dolphins 13 (NYJ 6-13 MIA) in Week 9, 2018 on 2018-11-04.
What was the score by quarter in New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins?
Q2: New York Jets 3, Miami Dolphins 6; Q4: New York Jets 3, Miami Dolphins 7; Final: New York Jets 6, Miami Dolphins 13.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins?
Miami Dolphins touchdown — J. Baker (Q4 10:56) Miami Dolphins field goal — J. Sanders (Q2 42:44, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — J. Sanders (Q2 31:14, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — J. Myers (Q2 30:25, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — J. Myers (Q4 6:03, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins?
S. Darnold (New York Jets), 46.7% completion, -11.8% CPOE, -0.35 EPA per dropback, -15.94 total passing EPA. B. Osweiler (Miami Dolphins), 50.0% completion, +1.2% CPOE, -0.29 EPA per dropback, -8.82 total passing EPA.
Who was the most impactful player in New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins?
C. Herndon (New York Jets) led the game in total EPA with +2.08 on receiving plays. across 4 snaps. The top single-play swing was (-6.60 EPA): (10:56) (Shotgun) 14-S.Darnold pass short right intended for 83-E.Tomlinson INTERCEPTED by 55-J.Baker at NYJ 25. 55-J.Baker for 25 yards, TOUCHDOWN.. The biggest win-probability swing was -18.0%.
Was New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Miami Dolphins won 13-6 in a game that stayed a one-score game deep into the second half.
Season records after this game
New York Jets
Entered 3-5 Now 3-6 L
Miami Dolphins
Entered 4-4 Now 5-4 W
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