Quick answer
- Winner
- New England Patriots
- Final score
- New England Patriots 27–17 Miami Dolphins
- Halftime
- Miami Dolphins 10–16 New England Patriots at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- T. Brady
- Top passer
- T. Brady
- Biggest EPA play
- (3:27) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short middle to 81-R.Moss for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NE 81-…
- Game date
- 2009-11-08
Game summary
The New England Patriots beat the Miami Dolphins 27–17 on 2009-11-08. T. Brady posted a game-high +11.03 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 16 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Miami Dolphins | 3 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
 New England Patriots | 7 | 9 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 27 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
MIAMiami Dolphins(9:40) 5-D.Carpenter 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(6:58) 63-D.Connolly and 64-M.LeVoir reported in as eligible. 39-L.Maroney right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
(9:09) 3-S.Gostkowski 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
(6:17) MIA 6-White now at QB. (Shotgun) 34-R.Williams right end for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(2:48) 3-S.Gostkowski 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
(:01) 3-S.Gostkowski 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
(4:55) direct snap to 23-Brown. (Shotgun) 23-R.Brown pass short left to 81-J.Haynos for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN [95-T.Banta-Cain].
5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(3:27) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short middle to 81-R.Moss for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NE 81-Moss 140th career receiving TD (ties Owens for 2nd best all-time) and 141st career TD (6th best all-time). NE 81-Moss 63rd career 100-yard game, 2nd in NFL history (Jerry Rice 76). NE 12-Brady 214th career TD pass, ties John Brodie for 20th best all-time.
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 12-T.Brady pass to 81-R.Moss is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
(1:14) 3-S.Gostkowski 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q1 9:40FG DCD. CarpenterPoints+3
- Yard line
- NE 34
- Score
- 3-0
(9:40) 5-D.Carpenter 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- NENew England Patriots
Q1 6:58TD LML. MaroneyPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 1
- Score
- 3-6
(6:58) 63-D.Connolly and 64-M.LeVoir reported in as eligible. 39-L.Maroney right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q1 6:58XP SGS. GostkowskiPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 3-7
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 9:09FG SGS. GostkowskiPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 12
- Score
- 3-10
(9:09) 3-S.Gostkowski 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 6:17TD Ryan WilliamsPoints+6
- Yard line
- NE 15
- Score
- 9-10
(6:17) MIA 6-White now at QB. (Shotgun) 34-R.Williams right end for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 6:11XP DCD. CarpenterPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 2
- Score
- 10-10
5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 2:48FG SGS. GostkowskiPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 20
- Score
- 10-13
(2:48) 3-S.Gostkowski 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 0:01FG SGS. GostkowskiPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 16
- Score
- 10-16
(:01) 3-S.Gostkowski 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 4:55TD JHJ. HaynosPoints+6
- Yard line
- NE 1
- Score
- 16-16
(4:55) direct snap to 23-Brown. (Shotgun) 23-R.Brown pass short left to 81-J.Haynos for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN [95-T.Banta-Cain].
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 4:51XP DCD. CarpenterPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 2
- Score
- 17-16
5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- NENew England Patriots
Q3 3:27TD Riley MossPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 71
- Score
- 17-22
(3:27) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short middle to 81-R.Moss for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NE 81-Moss 140th career receiving TD (ties Owens for 2nd best all-time) and 141st career TD (6th best all-time). NE 81-Moss 63rd career 100-yard game, 2nd in NFL history (Jerry Rice 76). NE 12-Brady 214th career TD pass, ties John Brodie for 20th best all-time.
- NENew England Patriots
Q3 3:15Safety TBT. BradyPoints+2
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 17-24
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 12-T.Brady pass to 81-R.Moss is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 1:14FG SGS. GostkowskiPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 22
- Score
- 17-27
(1:14) 3-S.Gostkowski 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1T. Brady · New England Patriots · Passing · +11.03 total EPA · 43 snaps · +0.26 EPA/play
- 2Riley Moss · New England Patriots · Receiving · +7.84 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.65 EPA/play
- 3W. Welker · New England Patriots · Receiving · +4.77 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.48 EPA/play
- 4G. Camarillo · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +4.19 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.60 EPA/play
- 5J. Haynos · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +3.32 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.66 EPA/play
- 6C. Henne · Miami Dolphins · Passing · +3.09 total EPA · 38 snaps · +0.08 EPA/play
- 7L. Polite · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +2.55 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.85 EPA/play
- 8
Blake Watson · New England Patriots · Receiving · +2.38 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.59 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
T. Brady — NE · Passing
T. Brady posted the highest total EPA (+11.03) in the game, the strongest overall impact for New England Patriots. Across 43 counted snaps, they averaged +0.26 EPA per play.
T. Brady's top snap (+5.76 EPA): (3:27) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short middle to 81-R.Moss for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NE 81-Moss 140th career receiving TD (ties Owens for 2nd best all-time) and 141st career TD (6th best all-time). NE 81-Moss 63rd career
Quarterback report card
T. Brady led all passers in efficiency for New England Patriots, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- T. Brady (New England Patriots) · 43 dropbacks · 58.1% completion · +9.1% CPOE · +0.26 EPA/play · +11.03 total EPA
- C. Henne (Miami Dolphins) · 38 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · -4.2% CPOE · +0.08 EPA/play · +3.09 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Miami Dolphins | New England Patriots |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.113 | +0.234 |
| Offensive success rate | 43.3% | 58.8% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.091 | +0.257 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.057 | +0.103 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.234 | -0.113 |
| Defensive success rate | 41.2% | 56.7% |
Drive & efficiency notes
New England Patriots held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.23 vs +0.11), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Miami Dolphins: +0.11 EPA/play (79th percentile vs. 2009 team-game averages)
- New England Patriots: +0.23 EPA/play (93rd percentile vs. 2009 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: 10 drives, +10.14 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- New England Patriots: 10 drives, +18.72 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New England Patriots — L. Maroney
- Miami Dolphins — Ryan Williams
- Miami Dolphins — J. Haynos (Ronnie Brown pass)
- New England Patriots — Riley Moss (T. Brady pass)
Field goals
- Miami Dolphins — D. Carpenter
- New England Patriots — S. Gostkowski
- New England Patriots — S. Gostkowski
- New England Patriots — S. Gostkowski
- New England Patriots — S. Gostkowski
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: New England Patriots won the period 7–3. Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NE 34 (Q1 9:40) — (9:40) 5-D.Carpenter 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 1 (Q1 6:58) — (6:58) 63-D.Connolly and 64-M.LeVoir reported in as eligible. 39-L.Maroney right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q1 6:58) — 3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson..
The second quarter: New England Patriots won the period 9–7. New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the MIA 12 (Q2 9:09) — (9:09) 3-S.Gostkowski 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NE 15 (Q2 6:17) — (6:17) MIA 6-White now at QB. (Shotgun) 34-R.Williams right end for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NE 2 (Q2 6:11) — 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the MIA 20 (Q2 2:48) — (2:48) 3-S.Gostkowski 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the MIA 16 (Q2 0:01) — (:01) 3-S.Gostkowski 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson..
The third quarter: New England Patriots won the period 8–7. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NE 1 (Q3 4:55) — (4:55) direct snap to 23-Brown. (Shotgun) 23-R.Brown pass short left to 81-J.Haynos for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN [95-T.Banta-Cain].; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NE 2 (Q3 4:51) — 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 71 (Q3 3:27); New England Patriots registered a safety from the MIA 2 (Q3 3:15) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 12-T.Brady pass to 81-R.Moss is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS..
The fourth quarter: New England Patriots won the period 3–0. New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the MIA 22 (Q4 1:14) — (1:14) 3-S.Gostkowski 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- New England Patriots (Q3 3:27) — (3:27) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short middle to 81-R.Moss for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NE 81-Moss 140th career receiving TD (ties Owens for 2nd best all-time) and 141st career TD (6th best all-time). NE
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 10:58) — (10:58) 7-C.Henne pass short right to 81-J.Haynos to NE 39 for 21 yards (30-B.McGowan). FUMBLES (30-B.McGowan), ball out of bounds at NE 39.
- New England Patriots (Q1 13:41) — (13:41) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass deep middle intended for 81-R.Moss INTERCEPTED by 21-V.Davis at MIA 7. 21-V.Davis to MIA 22 for 15 yards (83-W.Welker).
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 7:18) — (7:18) MIA 7-Henne now at QB. 7-C.Henne pass short left to 83-G.Camarillo to NE 2 for 12 yards (23-L.Bodden, 25-P.Chung).
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 6:17) — (6:17) MIA 6-White now at QB. (Shotgun) 34-R.Williams right end for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- New England Patriots (Q3 3:27) — (3:27) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short middle to 81-R.Moss for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NE 81-Moss 140th career receiving TD (ties Owens for 2nd best all-time) and 141st career TD (6th best all-time). NE
- New England Patriots (Q1 7:45) — (7:45) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass deep right to 81-R.Moss to MIA 1 for 36 yards (21-V.Davis).
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 8:23) — (8:23) MIA 6-White now at QB. (Shotgun) 6-P.White left end to NE 45 for 33 yards (51-J.Mayo, 95-T.Banta-Cain).
- New England Patriots (Q1 13:41) — (13:41) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass deep middle intended for 81-R.Moss INTERCEPTED by 21-V.Davis at MIA 7. 21-V.Davis to MIA 22 for 15 yards (83-W.Welker).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q1 9:40 · NE 34 · Score 3-0
(9:40) 5-D.Carpenter 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q1 6:58 · MIA 1 · Score 3-6
(6:58) 63-D.Connolly and 64-M.LeVoir reported in as eligible. 39-L.Maroney right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q1 6:58 · MIA 2 · Score 3-7
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 9:09 · MIA 12 · Score 3-10
(9:09) 3-S.Gostkowski 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 6:17 · NE 15 · Score 9-10
(6:17) MIA 6-White now at QB. (Shotgun) 34-R.Williams right end for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 6:11 · NE 2 · Score 10-10
5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 2:48 · MIA 20 · Score 10-13
(2:48) 3-S.Gostkowski 38 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 0:01 · MIA 16 · Score 10-16
(:01) 3-S.Gostkowski 34 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q3 4:55 · NE 1 · Score 16-16
(4:55) direct snap to 23-Brown. (Shotgun) 23-R.Brown pass short left to 81-J.Haynos for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN [95-T.Banta-Cain]. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q3 4:51 · NE 2 · Score 17-16
5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q3 3:27 · MIA 71 · Score 17-22
(3:27) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short middle to 81-R.Moss for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NE 81-Moss 140th career receiving TD (ties Owens for 2nd best all-time) and 141st career TD (6th best all-time). NE - New England Patriots Safety (+2) — Q3 3:15 · MIA 2 · Score 17-24
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 12-T.Brady pass to 81-R.Moss is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q4 1:14 · MIA 22 · Score 17-27
(1:14) 3-S.Gostkowski 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ingram, Holder-6-C.Hanson.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- New England Patriots earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- T. Brady (New England Patriots) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- T. Brady (NE) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
- C. Henne (MIA) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Miami Dolphins vs New England Patriots on 2009-11-08?
The New England Patriots beat the Miami Dolphins 27-17 in Week 9, 2009.
What was the score by quarter in Miami Dolphins vs New England Patriots?
Q1: Miami Dolphins 3, New England Patriots 7; Q2: Miami Dolphins 7, New England Patriots 9; Q3: Miami Dolphins 7, New England Patriots 8; Q4: Miami Dolphins 0, New England Patriots 3; Final: Miami Dolphins 17, New England Patriots 27.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Miami Dolphins vs New England Patriots?
New England Patriots touchdown — L. Maroney (Q1 6:58) Miami Dolphins touchdown — R. Williams (Q2 6:17) Miami Dolphins touchdown — J. Haynos (R. Brown pass) (Q3 4:55) New England Patriots touchdown — R. Moss (T. Brady pass) (Q3 3:27) Miami Dolphins field goal — D. Carpenter (Q1 9:40, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — S. Gostkowski (Q2 9:09, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — S. Gostkowski (Q2 2:48, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — S. Gostkowski (Q2 0:01, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — S. Gostkowski (Q4 1:14, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Miami Dolphins vs New England Patriots?
T. Brady (New England Patriots), 58.1% completion, +9.1% CPOE, +0.26 EPA per dropback, +11.03 total passing EPA. C. Henne (Miami Dolphins), 50.0% completion, -4.2% CPOE, +0.08 EPA per dropback, +3.09 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Miami Dolphins vs New England Patriots?
T. Brady (New England Patriots) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +11.03 total EPA on Passing plays. across 43 snaps. Their top snap (+5.76 EPA): (3:27) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short middle to 81-R.Moss for 71 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NE 81-Moss 140th career receiving TD (ties Owens for 2nd best all-time) and 141st career TD (6th.
Season records after this game
Miami Dolphins
Entered 3-4 Now 3-5 L
New England Patriots
Entered 5-2 Now 6-2 W
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