Quick answer
- Winner
- New York Jets
- Final score
- New York Jets 31–23 Miami Dolphins
- Halftime
- New York Jets 14–10 Miami Dolphins at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- M. Sanchez
- Top passer
- C. Henne
- Biggest EPA play
- (8:41) 6-M.Sanchez pass short left to 17-B.Edwards for 67 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Game date
- 2010-09-26
Game summary
The New York Jets beat the Miami Dolphins 31–23 on 2010-09-26. M. Sanchez posted a game-high +15.71 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 17 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New York Jets | 7 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 31 |
 Miami Dolphins | 0 | 10 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 23 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
NYJNew York Jets(9:25) 6-M.Sanchez pass deep right to 81-D.Keller for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
(13:41) (Shotgun) 6-M.Sanchez pass short middle to 81-D.Keller for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
(9:17) 7-C.Henne pass short left to 80-A.Fasano for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(Kick formation) 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. PENALTY on NYJ, Defensive 12 On-field, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
(1:07) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(8:53) 7-C.Henne pass short middle to 19-B.Marshall for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(Kick formation) 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(8:41) 6-M.Sanchez pass short left to 17-B.Edwards for 67 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
(5:18) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(12:59) (Field Goal formation) 2-N.Folk 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
(6:49) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
(2:00) 21-L.Tomlinson right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
(Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
MIAMiami DolphinsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q1 9:25TD DKD. KellerPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 24
- Score
- 6-0
(9:25) 6-M.Sanchez pass deep right to 81-D.Keller for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q1 9:17XP Nick FolkPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 7-0
(Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q2 13:41TD DKD. KellerPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 12
- Score
- 13-0
(13:41) (Shotgun) 6-M.Sanchez pass short middle to 81-D.Keller for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q2 13:34XP Nick FolkPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 14-0
(Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 9:17TD AFA. FasanoPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYJ 3
- Score
- 14-6
(9:17) 7-C.Henne pass short left to 80-A.Fasano for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 9:13XP DCD. CarpenterPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYJ 2
- Score
- 14-7
(Kick formation) 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. PENALTY on NYJ, Defensive 12 On-field, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 1:07FG DCD. CarpenterPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYJ 27
- Score
- 14-10
(1:07) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 8:53TD BMB. MarshallPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYJ 11
- Score
- 14-16
(8:53) 7-C.Henne pass short middle to 19-B.Marshall for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 8:47XP DCD. CarpenterPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYJ 2
- Score
- 14-17
(Kick formation) 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q3 8:41TD Bryan EdwardsPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 67
- Score
- 20-17
(8:41) 6-M.Sanchez pass short left to 17-B.Edwards for 67 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q3 8:29XP Nick FolkPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 21-17
(Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 5:18FG DCD. CarpenterPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYJ 2
- Score
- 21-20
(5:18) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q4 12:59FG Nick FolkPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 12
- Score
- 24-20
(12:59) (Field Goal formation) 2-N.Folk 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 6:49FG DCD. CarpenterPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYJ 32
- Score
- 24-23
(6:49) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q4 2:00TD Laken TomlinsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 1
- Score
- 30-23
(2:00) 21-L.Tomlinson right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q4 1:55XP Nick FolkPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 31-23
(Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1M. Sanchez · New York Jets · Passing · +15.71 total EPA · 31 snaps · +0.51 EPA/play
- 2C. Henne · Miami Dolphins · Passing · +11.50 total EPA · 48 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play
- 3B. Marshall · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +7.97 total EPA · 17 snaps · +0.47 EPA/play
- 4Bryan Edwards · New York Jets · Receiving · +7.83 total EPA · 3 snaps · +2.61 EPA/play
- 5D. Keller · New York Jets · Receiving · +7.23 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.72 EPA/play
- 6D. Bess · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +6.97 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.00 EPA/play
- 7
Brandon Smith · New York Jets · Rushing · +4.22 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.41 EPA/play - 8Brandon Smith · New York Jets · Receiving · +2.16 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.16 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
M. Sanchez — NYJ · Passing
M. Sanchez posted the highest total EPA (+15.71) in the game, the strongest overall impact for New York Jets. Across 31 counted snaps, they averaged +0.51 EPA per play.
M. Sanchez's top snap (+5.99 EPA): (8:41) 6-M.Sanchez pass short left to 17-B.Edwards for 67 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
C. Henne led all passers in efficiency for Miami Dolphins, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- C. Henne (Miami Dolphins) · 48 dropbacks · 54.2% completion · +0.5% CPOE · +0.24 EPA/play · +11.50 total EPA
- M. Sanchez (New York Jets) · 31 dropbacks · 48.4% completion · -3.8% CPOE · +0.51 EPA/play · +15.71 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | New York Jets | Miami Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.259 | +0.116 |
| Offensive success rate | 48.2% | 51.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.507 | +0.225 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.122 | -0.189 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.116 | -0.259 |
| Defensive success rate | 48.3% | 51.8% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, New York Jets generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.26 vs +0.12), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- New York Jets: +0.26 EPA/play (97th percentile vs. 2010 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: +0.12 EPA/play (77th percentile vs. 2010 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: 10 drives, +10.33 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- New York Jets: 11 drives, +21.53 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Jets — D. Keller (M. Sanchez pass)
- New York Jets — D. Keller (M. Sanchez pass)
- Miami Dolphins — A. Fasano (C. Henne pass)
- Miami Dolphins — B. Marshall (C. Henne pass)
- New York Jets — Bryan Edwards (M. Sanchez pass)
- New York Jets — Laken Tomlinson
Field goals
- Miami Dolphins — D. Carpenter
- Miami Dolphins — D. Carpenter
- New York Jets — Nick Folk
- Miami Dolphins — D. Carpenter
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: New York Jets won the period 7–0. New York Jets found the end zone from the MIA 24 (Q1 9:25) — (9:25) 6-M.Sanchez pass deep right to 81-D.Keller for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q1 9:17) — (Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford..
The second quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 10–7. New York Jets found the end zone from the MIA 12 (Q2 13:41) — (13:41) (Shotgun) 6-M.Sanchez pass short middle to 81-D.Keller for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q2 13:34) — (Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NYJ 3 (Q2 9:17) — (9:17) 7-C.Henne pass short left to 80-A.Fasano for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NYJ 2 (Q2 9:13); Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NYJ 27 (Q2 1:07) — (1:07) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields..
The third quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 10–7. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NYJ 11 (Q3 8:53) — (8:53) 7-C.Henne pass short middle to 19-B.Marshall for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NYJ 2 (Q3 8:47) — (Kick formation) 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; New York Jets found the end zone from the MIA 67 (Q3 8:41) — (8:41) 6-M.Sanchez pass short left to 17-B.Edwards for 67 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q3 8:29) — (Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NYJ 2 (Q3 5:18) — (5:18) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields..
The fourth quarter: New York Jets won the period 10–3. New York Jets connected on a field goal from the MIA 12 (Q4 12:59) — (12:59) (Field Goal formation) 2-N.Folk 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NYJ 32 (Q4 6:49) — (6:49) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields.; New York Jets found the end zone from the MIA 1 (Q4 2:00) — (2:00) 21-L.Tomlinson right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the MIA 2 (Q4 1:55) — (Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- New York Jets (Q3 8:41) — (8:41) 6-M.Sanchez pass short left to 17-B.Edwards for 67 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 7:27) — (7:27) (Shotgun) 7-C.Henne pass deep left to 19-B.Marshall to NYJ 7 for 40 yards (36-J.Leonhard).
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 2:11) — (2:11) (Punt formation) 2-B.Fields punt is BLOCKED by 33-E.Smith, Center-92-J.Denney, recovered by MIA-53-E.Walden at MIA 17. 53-E.Walden to MIA 17 for no gain (44-J.Ihedigbo).
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 10:42) — (10:42) 7-C.Henne pass short left to 82-B.Hartline pushed ob at NYJ 20 for 15 yards.
- New York Jets (Q2 0:10) — (:10) (Shotgun) 6-M.Sanchez pass short right to 87-D.Clowney to MIA 38 for 22 yards (32-J.Allen, 30-C.Clemons).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- New York Jets (Q3 8:41) — (8:41) 6-M.Sanchez pass short left to 17-B.Edwards for 67 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 7:27) — (7:27) (Shotgun) 7-C.Henne pass deep left to 19-B.Marshall to NYJ 7 for 40 yards (36-J.Leonhard).
- New York Jets (Q1 9:25) — (9:25) 6-M.Sanchez pass deep right to 81-D.Keller for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 2:11) — (2:11) (Punt formation) 2-B.Fields punt is BLOCKED by 33-E.Smith, Center-92-J.Denney, recovered by MIA-53-E.Walden at MIA 17. 53-E.Walden to MIA 17 for no gain (44-J.Ihedigbo).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- New York Jets TD (+6) — Q1 9:25 · MIA 24 · Score 6-0
(9:25) 6-M.Sanchez pass deep right to 81-D.Keller for 24 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q1 9:17 · MIA 2 · Score 7-0
(Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q2 13:41 · MIA 12 · Score 13-0
(13:41) (Shotgun) 6-M.Sanchez pass short middle to 81-D.Keller for 12 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q2 13:34 · MIA 2 · Score 14-0
(Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 9:17 · NYJ 3 · Score 14-6
(9:17) 7-C.Henne pass short left to 80-A.Fasano for 3 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 9:13 · NYJ 2 · Score 14-7
(Kick formation) 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. PENALTY on NYJ, Defensive 12 On-field, 5 yards, enforced between downs. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 1:07 · NYJ 27 · Score 14-10
(1:07) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q3 8:53 · NYJ 11 · Score 14-16
(8:53) 7-C.Henne pass short middle to 19-B.Marshall for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q3 8:47 · NYJ 2 · Score 14-17
(Kick formation) 5-D.Carpenter extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q3 8:41 · MIA 67 · Score 20-17
(8:41) 6-M.Sanchez pass short left to 17-B.Edwards for 67 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q3 8:29 · MIA 2 · Score 21-17
(Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q3 5:18 · NYJ 2 · Score 21-20
(5:18) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 20 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q4 12:59 · MIA 12 · Score 24-20
(12:59) (Field Goal formation) 2-N.Folk 30 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q4 6:49 · NYJ 32 · Score 24-23
(6:49) (Field Goal formation) 5-D.Carpenter 50 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-B.Fields. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q4 2:00 · MIA 1 · Score 30-23
(2:00) 21-L.Tomlinson right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q4 1:55 · MIA 2 · Score 31-23
(Kick formation) 2-N.Folk extra point is GOOD, Center-46-T.Purdum, Holder-9-S.Weatherford.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- New York Jets earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- M. Sanchez (New York Jets) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- M. Sanchez (NYJ) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins on 2010-09-26?
The New York Jets beat the Miami Dolphins 31-23 in Week 3, 2010.
What was the score by quarter in New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins?
Q1: New York Jets 7, Miami Dolphins 0; Q2: New York Jets 7, Miami Dolphins 10; Q3: New York Jets 7, Miami Dolphins 10; Q4: New York Jets 10, Miami Dolphins 3; Final: New York Jets 31, Miami Dolphins 23.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins?
New York Jets touchdown — D. Keller (M. Sanchez pass) (Q1 9:25) New York Jets touchdown — D. Keller (M. Sanchez pass) (Q2 13:41) Miami Dolphins touchdown — A. Fasano (C. Henne pass) (Q2 9:17) Miami Dolphins touchdown — B. Marshall (C. Henne pass) (Q3 8:53) New York Jets touchdown — B. Edwards (M. Sanchez pass) (Q3 8:41) New York Jets touchdown — L. Tomlinson (Q4 2:00) Miami Dolphins field goal — D. Carpenter (Q2 1:07, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — D. Carpenter (Q3 5:18, 3 pts) New York Jets field goal — N. Folk (Q4 12:59, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — D. Carpenter (Q4 6:49, 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?
C. Henne (Miami Dolphins), 54.2% completion, +0.5% CPOE, +0.24 EPA per dropback, +11.50 total passing EPA. M. Sanchez (New York Jets), 48.4% completion, -3.8% CPOE, +0.51 EPA per dropback, +15.71 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins?
M. Sanchez (New York Jets) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +15.71 total EPA on Passing plays. across 31 snaps. Their top snap (+5.99 EPA): (8:41) 6-M.Sanchez pass short left to 17-B.Edwards for 67 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Season records after this game
New York Jets
Entered 1-1 Now 2-1 W
Miami Dolphins
Entered 2-0 Now 2-1 L
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