Quick answer
- Winner
- Miami Dolphins
- Final score
- Miami Dolphins 31–24 New York Jets
- Halftime
- New York Jets 17–10 Miami Dolphins at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Isaiah Ford
- Top passer
- Zach Wilson
- Biggest EPA play
- (7:52) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left intended for 84-H.Long INTERCEPTED by 26-B…
- Game date
- 2021-12-19
Game summary
The Miami Dolphins beat the New York Jets 31–24 on 2021-12-19, overcoming New York Jets's 17–10 halftime lead. Isaiah Ford posted a game-high +5.75 total EPA in the receiving.
The highest-scoring period was Q4 with 21 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New York Jets | 10 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 24 |
 Miami Dolphins | 0 | 10 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 31 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
NYJNew York Jets
(7:08) 10-B.Berrios right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
15-E.Pineiro extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
(4:33) 15-E.Pineiro 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
(13:47) 94-C.Wilkins and 65-R.Jones reported in as eligible. 28-D.Johnson right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
(9:30) (No Huddle) 2-Z.Wilson right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands.
15-E.Pineiro extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
(2:02) 7-J.Sanders 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
(9:52) (Shotgun) 28-D.Johnson right guard for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
(14:27) 65-R.Jones and 94-C.Wilkins reported in as eligible. 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left to 94-C.Wilkins for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NYJ-98-S.Rankins, Defensive Offside, declined.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
(7:52) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left intended for 84-H.Long INTERCEPTED by 26-B.Echols at MIA 20. 26-B.Echols for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
15-E.Pineiro extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
(3:43) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left to 11-D.Parker for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
MIAMiami DolphinsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q1 7:08TD Braxton BerriosPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 6-0
(7:08) 10-B.Berrios right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q1 7:02XP Eddy PineiroPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 7-0
15-E.Pineiro extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q1 4:33FG Eddy PineiroPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 9
- Score
- 10-0
(4:33) 15-E.Pineiro 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 13:47TD Dyontae JohnsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYJ 1
- Score
- 10-6
(13:47) 94-C.Wilkins and 65-R.Jones reported in as eligible. 28-D.Johnson right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 13:42XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYJ 15
- Score
- 10-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q2 9:30TD Zach WilsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 1
- Score
- 16-7
(9:30) (No Huddle) 2-Z.Wilson right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q2 9:29XP Eddy PineiroPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 17-7
15-E.Pineiro extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 2:02FG Jason SandersPoints+3
- Yard line
- NYJ 6
- Score
- 17-10
(2:02) 7-J.Sanders 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 9:52TD Dyontae JohnsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYJ 6
- Score
- 17-16
(9:52) (Shotgun) 28-D.Johnson right guard for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 9:44XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYJ 15
- Score
- 17-17
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 14:27TD Christian WilkinsPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYJ 1
- Score
- 17-23
(14:27) 65-R.Jones and 94-C.Wilkins reported in as eligible. 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left to 94-C.Wilkins for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NYJ-98-S.Rankins, Defensive Offside, declined.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 14:23XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYJ 15
- Score
- 17-24
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q4 7:52TD Brandin EcholsPoints+6
- Yard line
- NYJ 84
- Score
- 23-24
(7:52) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left intended for 84-H.Long INTERCEPTED by 26-B.Echols at MIA 20. 26-B.Echols for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NYJNew York Jets
Q4 7:45XP Eddy PineiroPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 24-24
15-E.Pineiro extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 3:43TD Points+6
- Yard line
- NYJ 11
- Score
- 24-30
(3:43) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left to 11-D.Parker for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 3:37XP Jason SandersPoints+1
- Yard line
- NYJ 15
- Score
- 24-31
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1Isaiah Ford · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +5.75 total EPA · 3 snaps · +1.92 EPA/play
- 2DeVante Parker · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +3.51 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.44 EPA/play
- 3R. Griffin · New York Jets · Receiving · +2.98 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.49 EPA/play
- 4Dyontae Johnson · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +2.69 total EPA · 23 snaps · +0.12 EPA/play
- 5Braxton Berrios · New York Jets · Rushing · +2.65 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.33 EPA/play
- 6Tyler Kroft · New York Jets · Receiving · +2.64 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.32 EPA/play
- 7Tavian Coleman · New York Jets · Rushing · +2.34 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.29 EPA/play
- 8Jamison Crowder · New York Jets · Receiving · +1.86 total EPA · 8 snaps · +0.23 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
Isaiah Ford — MIA · Receiving
Isaiah Ford posted the highest total EPA (+5.75) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Miami Dolphins. Across 3 counted snaps, they averaged +1.92 EPA per play.
Isaiah Ford's top snap (+2.98 EPA): (12:11) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 87-I.Ford to NYJ 47 for 27 yards (30-M.Carter II).
Biggest single play (-6.92 EPA): Tua Tagovailoa — (7:52) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left intended for 84-H.Long INTERCEPTED by 26-B.Echols at MIA 20. 26-B.Echols for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
Zach Wilson led all passers in efficiency for New York Jets, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Zach Wilson (New York Jets) · 34 dropbacks · 38.2% completion · -12.9% CPOE · -0.31 EPA/play · -10.67 total EPA
Tua Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins) · 32 dropbacks · 50.0% completion · +1.6% CPOE · +0.03 EPA/play · +1.09 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | New York Jets | Miami Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.115 | -0.038 |
| Offensive success rate | 39.7% | 45.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.326 | +0.034 |
| Rush EPA/play | +0.129 | -0.061 |
| Defensive EPA/play | +0.038 | +0.115 |
| Defensive success rate | 54.5% | 60.3% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Miami Dolphins held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (-0.04 vs -0.12), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- New York Jets: -0.12 EPA/play (25th percentile vs. 2021 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: -0.04 EPA/play (41st percentile vs. 2021 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: 13 drives, -3.31 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- New York Jets: 12 drives, -8.41 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New York Jets — Braxton Berrios
- Miami Dolphins — Dyontae Johnson
- New York Jets — Zach Wilson
- Miami Dolphins — Dyontae Johnson
- Miami Dolphins — Christian Wilkins (Tua Tagovailoa pass)
- New York Jets — Brandin Echols
- Miami Dolphins — DeVante Parker (Tua Tagovailoa pass)
Field goals
- New York Jets — Eddy Pineiro
- Miami Dolphins — Jason Sanders
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: New York Jets won the period 10–0. New York Jets found the end zone from the MIA 2 (Q1 7:08) — (7:08) 10-B.Berrios right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New York Jets added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q1 7:02) — 15-E.Pineiro extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.; New York Jets connected on a field goal from the MIA 9 (Q1 4:33) — (4:33) 15-E.Pineiro 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann..
The second quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 10–7. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NYJ 1 (Q2 13:47) — (13:47) 94-C.Wilkins and 65-R.Jones reported in as eligible. 28-D.Johnson right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NYJ 15 (Q2 13:42) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.; New York Jets found the end zone from the MIA 1 (Q2 9:30); New York Jets added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q2 9:29) — 15-E.Pineiro extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NYJ 6 (Q2 2:02) — (2:02) 7-J.Sanders 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy..
The third quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 7–0. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NYJ 6 (Q3 9:52) — (9:52) (Shotgun) 28-D.Johnson right guard for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NYJ 15 (Q3 9:44) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy..
The fourth quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 14–7. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NYJ 1 (Q4 14:27); Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NYJ 15 (Q4 14:23) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.; New York Jets found the end zone from the NYJ 84 (Q4 7:52); New York Jets added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q4 7:45) — 15-E.Pineiro extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NYJ 11 (Q4 3:43) — (3:43) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left to 11-D.Parker for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NYJ 15 (Q4 3:37) — 7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 7:52) — (7:52) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left intended for 84-H.Long INTERCEPTED by 26-B.Echols at MIA 20. 26-B.Echols for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 3:43) — (3:43) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left to 11-D.Parker for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 6:28) — (6:28) (Shotgun) 37-M.Gaskin right guard to NYJ 28 for 30 yards (35-S.Neasman). NYJ-26-B.Echols was injured during the play.
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 7:02) — (7:02) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left intended for 88-M.Gesicki INTERCEPTED by 21-A.Davis at MIA 43. 21-A.Davis to MIA 25 for 18 yards (11-D.Parker).
- New York Jets (Q4 13:05) — (13:05) (Shotgun) 2-Z.Wilson sacked at MIA 38 for -7 yards (92-Z.Sieler). FUMBLES (92-Z.Sieler), touched at MIA 38, RECOVERED by MIA-91-E.Ogbah at MIA 39.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 7:52) — (7:52) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left intended for 84-H.Long INTERCEPTED by 26-B.Echols at MIA 20. 26-B.Echols for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New York Jets (Q4 13:05) — (13:05) (Shotgun) 2-Z.Wilson sacked at MIA 38 for -7 yards (92-Z.Sieler). FUMBLES (92-Z.Sieler), touched at MIA 38, RECOVERED by MIA-91-E.Ogbah at MIA 39.
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 7:02) — (7:02) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left intended for 88-M.Gesicki INTERCEPTED by 21-A.Davis at MIA 43. 21-A.Davis to MIA 25 for 18 yards (11-D.Parker).
- Miami Dolphins (Q4 10:27) — (10:27) (Punt formation) 42-C.Fejedelem FUMBLES (Aborted) at MIA 44, RECOVERED by NYJ-98-S.Rankins at MIA 45.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- New York Jets TD (+6) — Q1 7:08 · MIA 2 · Score 6-0
(7:08) 10-B.Berrios right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q1 7:02 · MIA 15 · Score 7-0
15-E.Pineiro extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann. - New York Jets FG (+3) — Q1 4:33 · MIA 9 · Score 10-0
(4:33) 15-E.Pineiro 27 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 13:47 · NYJ 1 · Score 10-6
(13:47) 94-C.Wilkins and 65-R.Jones reported in as eligible. 28-D.Johnson right tackle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 13:42 · NYJ 15 · Score 10-7
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q2 9:30 · MIA 1 · Score 16-7
(9:30) (No Huddle) 2-Z.Wilson right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field stands. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q2 9:29 · MIA 15 · Score 17-7
15-E.Pineiro extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 2:02 · NYJ 6 · Score 17-10
(2:02) 7-J.Sanders 24 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q3 9:52 · NYJ 6 · Score 17-16
(9:52) (Shotgun) 28-D.Johnson right guard for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q3 9:44 · NYJ 15 · Score 17-17
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 14:27 · NYJ 1 · Score 17-23
(14:27) 65-R.Jones and 94-C.Wilkins reported in as eligible. 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left to 94-C.Wilkins for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NYJ-98-S.Rankins, Defensive Offside, declined. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q4 14:23 · NYJ 15 · Score 17-24
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy. - New York Jets TD (+6) — Q4 7:52 · NYJ 84 · Score 23-24
(7:52) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left intended for 84-H.Long INTERCEPTED by 26-B.Echols at MIA 20. 26-B.Echols for 20 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New York Jets XP (+1) — Q4 7:45 · MIA 15 · Score 24-24
15-E.Pineiro extra point is GOOD, Center-42-T.Hennessy, Holder-7-B.Mann. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 3:43 · NYJ 11 · Score 24-30
(3:43) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short left to 11-D.Parker for 11 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q4 3:37 · NYJ 15 · Score 24-31
7-J.Sanders extra point is GOOD, Center-44-B.Ferguson, Holder-5-M.Palardy.
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.
- Isaiah Ford (Miami Dolphins) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Zach Wilson (NYJ) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
Frequently asked questions
Who won New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins on 2021-12-19?
The Miami Dolphins beat the New York Jets 31-24 in Week 15, 2021.
What was the score by quarter in New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins?
Q1: New York Jets 10, Miami Dolphins 0; Q2: New York Jets 7, Miami Dolphins 10; Q3: New York Jets 0, Miami Dolphins 7; Q4: New York Jets 7, Miami Dolphins 14; Final: New York Jets 24, Miami Dolphins 31.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins?
New York Jets touchdown — B. Berrios (Q1 7:08) Miami Dolphins touchdown — D. Johnson (Q2 13:47) New York Jets touchdown — Z. Wilson (Q2 9:30) Miami Dolphins touchdown — D. Johnson (Q3 9:52) Miami Dolphins touchdown — C. Wilkins (T. Tagovailoa pass) (Q4 14:27) New York Jets touchdown — B. Echols (Q4 7:52) Miami Dolphins touchdown — D. Parker (T. Tagovailoa pass) (Q4 3:43) New York Jets field goal — E. Pineiro (Q1 4:33, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — J. Sanders (Q2 2:02, 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?
Zach Wilson (New York Jets), 38.2% completion, -12.9% CPOE, -0.31 EPA per dropback, -10.67 total passing EPA. Tua Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins), 50.0% completion, +1.6% CPOE, +0.03 EPA per dropback, +1.09 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins?
Isaiah Ford (Miami Dolphins) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +5.75 total EPA on Receiving plays. across 3 snaps. Their top snap (+2.98 EPA): (12:11) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 87-I.Ford to NYJ 47 for 27 yards (30-M.Carter II)..
Was New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins a close game?
Yes — the margin was 7 points. Miami Dolphins won 31-24 in a game that stayed within one score into the fourth quarter.
Season records after this game
New York Jets
Entered 3-10 Now 3-11 L
Miami Dolphins
Entered 6-7 Now 7-7 W
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