Quick answer
- Winner
- Miami Dolphins
- Final score
- Miami Dolphins 34–33 New England Patriots
- Halftime
- New England Patriots 27–21 Miami Dolphins at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- T. Brady
- Top passer
- T. Brady
- Biggest EPA play
- (:07) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 10-K.Stills to MIA 45 for 14 yards. Lat…
- Game date
- 2018-12-09
Game summary
The Miami Dolphins beat the New England Patriots 34–33 on 2018-12-09, overcoming New England Patriots's 27–21 halftime lead. T. Brady posted a game-high +25.18 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 35 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New England Patriots | 6 | 21 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 33 |
 Miami Dolphins | 7 | 14 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 34 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
NENew England Patriots(8:17) 68-L.Waddle reported in as eligible. 46-J.Develin right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(5:37) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 10-K.Stills for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.
(14:19) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 11-J.Edelman for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
(13:36) 38-B.Bolden right tackle for 54 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.
(10:39) 12-T.Brady pass deep right to 84-C.Patterson for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
(7:33) 38-B.Bolden up the middle for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.
(3:56) 12-T.Brady pass short right to 87-R.Gronkowski for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NE-12-T.Brady was injured during the play. His return is Probable.
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
(4:04) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep middle to 14-B.Butler for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.
(6:50) (Field Goal formation) 3-S.Gostkowski 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
(:21) 3-S.Gostkowski 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
(:07) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 10-K.Stills to MIA 45 for 14 yards. Lateral to 11-D.Parker to MIA 48 for 3 yards. Lateral to 32-K.Drake for 52 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the score ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field was confirmed.
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- NENew England Patriots
Q1 8:17TD JDJ. DevelinPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 6-0
(8:17) 68-L.Waddle reported in as eligible. 46-J.Develin right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q1 5:37TD KSK. StillsPoints+6
- Yard line
- NE 7
- Score
- 6-6
(5:37) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 10-K.Stills for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q1 5:32XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 15
- Score
- 6-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 14:19TD JEJ. EdelmanPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 12-7
(14:19) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 11-J.Edelman for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 14:14XP SGS. GostkowskiPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 13-7
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 13:36TD Points+6
- Yard line
- NE 54
- Score
- 13-13
(13:36) 38-B.Bolden right tackle for 54 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 13:26XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 15
- Score
- 13-14
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 10:39TD Cordarrelle PattersonPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 37
- Score
- 19-14
(10:39) 12-T.Brady pass deep right to 84-C.Patterson for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 10:32XP SGS. GostkowskiPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 20-14
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 7:33TD Points+6
- Yard line
- NE 6
- Score
- 20-20
(7:33) 38-B.Bolden up the middle for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 7:28XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 15
- Score
- 20-21
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 3:56TD RGR. GronkowskiPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 16
- Score
- 26-21
(3:56) 12-T.Brady pass short right to 87-R.Gronkowski for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NE-12-T.Brady was injured during the play. His return is Probable.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 3:49XP SGS. GostkowskiPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 27-21
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 4:04TD BBB. ButlerPoints+6
- Yard line
- NE 23
- Score
- 27-27
(4:04) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep middle to 14-B.Butler for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 3:58XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 15
- Score
- 27-28
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 6:50FG SGS. GostkowskiPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 14
- Score
- 30-28
(6:50) (Field Goal formation) 3-S.Gostkowski 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 0:21FG SGS. GostkowskiPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 4
- Score
- 33-28
(:21) 3-S.Gostkowski 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 0:07TD KSK. StillsPoints+6
- Yard line
- NE 69
- Score
- 33-34
(:07) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 10-K.Stills to MIA 45 for 14 yards. Lateral to 11-D.Parker to MIA 48 for 3 yards. Lateral to 32-K.Drake for 52 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the score ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field was confirmed.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1T. Brady · New England Patriots · Passing · +25.18 total EPA · 49 snaps · +0.51 EPA/play
- 2K. Stills · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +14.80 total EPA · 9 snaps · +1.64 EPA/play
- 3R. Gronkowski · New England Patriots · Receiving · +12.54 total EPA · 8 snaps · +1.57 EPA/play
- 4J. Edelman · New England Patriots · Receiving · +8.92 total EPA · 12 snaps · +0.74 EPA/play
- 5Ryan Tannehill · Miami Dolphins · Passing · +7.70 total EPA · 26 snaps · +0.30 EPA/play
- 6Brandon Bolden · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +5.89 total EPA · 2 snaps · +2.95 EPA/play
- 7J. Gordon · New England Patriots · Receiving · +5.12 total EPA · 9 snaps · +0.57 EPA/play
- 8Cordarrelle Patterson · New England Patriots · Receiving · +4.16 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.39 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 (+25.18) in the game, the strongest overall impact for New England Patriots. Across 49 counted snaps, they averaged +0.51 EPA per play.
T. Brady's top snap (-3.79 EPA): (:14) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady sacked at MIA 9 for -7 yards (94-R.Quinn).
Biggest single play (+6.95 EPA): Ryan Tannehill — (:07) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 10-K.Stills to MIA 45 for 14 yards. Lateral to 11-D.Parker to MIA 48 for 3 yards. Lateral to 32-K.Drake for 52 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official
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) · 49 dropbacks · 55.1% completion · +5.1% CPOE · +0.51 EPA/play · +25.18 total EPA
- Ryan Tannehill (Miami Dolphins) · 26 dropbacks · 53.8% completion · +10.9% CPOE · +0.30 EPA/play · +7.70 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | New England Patriots | Miami Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.123 | +0.176 |
| Offensive success rate | 44.0% | 47.0% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.514 | +0.275 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.228 | +0.554 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.176 | -0.123 |
| Defensive success rate | 53.0% | 56.0% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Miami Dolphins held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.18 vs +0.12), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- New England Patriots: +0.12 EPA/play (79th percentile vs. 2018 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: +0.18 EPA/play (89th percentile vs. 2018 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: 11 drives, +11.61 total EPA, 5 scoring drives
- New England Patriots: 11 drives, +12.33 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 — J. Develin
- Miami Dolphins — K. Stills (Ryan Tannehill pass)
- New England Patriots — J. Edelman (T. Brady pass)
- Miami Dolphins — Brandon Bolden
- New England Patriots — Cordarrelle Patterson (T. Brady pass)
- Miami Dolphins — Brandon Bolden
- New England Patriots — R. Gronkowski (T. Brady pass)
- Miami Dolphins — B. Butler (Ryan Tannehill pass)
- Miami Dolphins — K. Stills (Ryan Tannehill pass)
Field goals
- New England Patriots — S. Gostkowski
- New England Patriots — S. Gostkowski
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 7–6. New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 2 (Q1 8:17) — (8:17) 68-L.Waddle reported in as eligible. 46-J.Develin right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NE 7 (Q1 5:37) — (5:37) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 10-K.Stills for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q1 5:32) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack..
The second quarter: New England Patriots won the period 21–14. New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 2 (Q2 14:19) — (14:19) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 11-J.Edelman for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q2 14:14) — 3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NE 54 (Q2 13:36) — (13:36) 38-B.Bolden right tackle for 54 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q2 13:26) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 37 (Q2 10:39) — (10:39) 12-T.Brady pass deep right to 84-C.Patterson for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q2 10:32) — 3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NE 6 (Q2 7:33) — (7:33) 38-B.Bolden up the middle for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q2 7:28) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 16 (Q2 3:56); New England Patriots added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q2 3:49) — 3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen..
The third quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 7–0. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NE 23 (Q3 4:04) — (4:04) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep middle to 14-B.Butler for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q3 3:58) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack..
The fourth quarter: The quarter finished even at 6–6. New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the MIA 14 (Q4 6:50) — (6:50) (Field Goal formation) 3-S.Gostkowski 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the MIA 4 (Q4 0:21) — (:21) 3-S.Gostkowski 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NE 69 (Q4 0:07).
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 0:07) — (:07) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 10-K.Stills to MIA 45 for 14 yards. Lateral to 11-D.Parker to MIA 48 for 3 yards. Lateral to 32-K.Drake for 52 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 1:27) — (1:27) (Punt formation) 2-M.Haack punt is BLOCKED by 59-A.McClellan, Center-92-J.Denney, RECOVERED by NE-50-R.Humber at MIA 24. 50-R.Humber to MIA 18 for 6 yards (38-B.Bolden).
- New England Patriots (Q2 0:14) — (:14) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady sacked at MIA 9 for -7 yards (94-R.Quinn).
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 13:36) — (13:36) 38-B.Bolden right tackle for 54 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New England Patriots (Q2 11:20) — (11:20) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short right to 11-J.Edelman pushed ob at MIA 37 for 16 yards (24-T.McTyer).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 0:07) — (:07) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 10-K.Stills to MIA 45 for 14 yards. Lateral to 11-D.Parker to MIA 48 for 3 yards. Lateral to 32-K.Drake for 52 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 13:36) — (13:36) 38-B.Bolden right tackle for 54 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New England Patriots (Q3 6:26) — (6:26) (Field Goal formation) 3-S.Gostkowski 42 yard field goal is No Good, Wide Right, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
- New England Patriots (Q2 0:14) — (:14) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady sacked at MIA 9 for -7 yards (94-R.Quinn).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q1 8:17 · MIA 2 · Score 6-0
(8:17) 68-L.Waddle reported in as eligible. 46-J.Develin right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q1 5:37 · NE 7 · Score 6-6
(5:37) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 10-K.Stills for 7 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q1 5:32 · NE 15 · Score 6-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q2 14:19 · MIA 2 · Score 12-7
(14:19) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 11-J.Edelman for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q2 14:14 · MIA 15 · Score 13-7
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 13:36 · NE 54 · Score 13-13
(13:36) 38-B.Bolden right tackle for 54 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 13:26 · NE 15 · Score 13-14
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q2 10:39 · MIA 37 · Score 19-14
(10:39) 12-T.Brady pass deep right to 84-C.Patterson for 37 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q2 10:32 · MIA 15 · Score 20-14
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 7:33 · NE 6 · Score 20-20
(7:33) 38-B.Bolden up the middle for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 7:28 · NE 15 · Score 20-21
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q2 3:56 · MIA 16 · Score 26-21
(3:56) 12-T.Brady pass short right to 87-R.Gronkowski for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN. NE-12-T.Brady was injured during the play. His return is Probable. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q2 3:49 · MIA 15 · Score 27-21
3-S.Gostkowski extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q3 4:04 · NE 23 · Score 27-27
(4:04) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass deep middle to 14-B.Butler for 23 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q3 3:58 · NE 15 · Score 27-28
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-92-J.Denney, Holder-2-M.Haack. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q4 6:50 · MIA 14 · Score 30-28
(6:50) (Field Goal formation) 3-S.Gostkowski 32 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q4 0:21 · MIA 4 · Score 33-28
(:21) 3-S.Gostkowski 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 0:07 · NE 69 · Score 33-34
(:07) (Shotgun) 17-R.Tannehill pass short right to 10-K.Stills to MIA 45 for 14 yards. Lateral to 11-D.Parker to MIA 48 for 3 yards. Lateral to 32-K.Drake for 52 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Miami Dolphins earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- 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).
Frequently asked questions
Who won New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins on 2018-12-09?
The Miami Dolphins beat the New England Patriots 34-33 in Week 14, 2018.
What was the score by quarter in New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins?
Q1: New England Patriots 6, Miami Dolphins 7; Q2: New England Patriots 21, Miami Dolphins 14; Q3: New England Patriots 0, Miami Dolphins 7; Q4: New England Patriots 6, Miami Dolphins 6; Final: New England Patriots 33, Miami Dolphins 34.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins?
New England Patriots touchdown — J. Develin (Q1 8:17) Miami Dolphins touchdown — K. Stills (R. Tannehill pass) (Q1 5:37) New England Patriots touchdown — J. Edelman (T. Brady pass) (Q2 14:19) Miami Dolphins touchdown — B. Bolden (Q2 13:36) New England Patriots touchdown — C. Patterson (T. Brady pass) (Q2 10:39) Miami Dolphins touchdown — B. Bolden (Q2 7:33) New England Patriots touchdown — R. Gronkowski (T. Brady pass) (Q2 3:56) Miami Dolphins touchdown — B. Butler (R. Tannehill pass) (Q3 4:04) Miami Dolphins touchdown — K. Stills (R. Tannehill pass) (Q4 0:07) New England Patriots field goal — S. Gostkowski (Q4 6:50, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — S. Gostkowski (Q4 0:21, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins?
T. Brady (New England Patriots), 55.1% completion, +5.1% CPOE, +0.51 EPA per dropback, +25.18 total passing EPA. Ryan Tannehill (Miami Dolphins), 53.8% completion, +10.9% CPOE, +0.30 EPA per dropback, +7.70 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins?
T. Brady (New England Patriots) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +25.18 total EPA on Passing plays. across 49 snaps. Their top snap (-3.79 EPA): (:14) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady sacked at MIA 9 for -7 yards (94-R.Quinn)..
Was New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins a close game?
Yes — the margin was 1 points. Miami Dolphins won 34-33 in a game that came down to the wire.
Season records after this game
New England Patriots
Entered 9-3 Now 9-4 L
Miami Dolphins
Entered 6-6 Now 7-6 W
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