Quick answer
- Winner
- New England Patriots
- Final score
- New England Patriots 38–10 Miami Dolphins
- Halftime
- Miami Dolphins 13–17 New England Patriots at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Drake Maye
- Top passer
- Quinn Ewers
- Biggest EPA play
- (11:44) 14-Q.Ewers pass deep left intended for 81-T.Wease INTERCEPTED by 21-J.Hawkins at N…
- Game date
- 2026-01-04
Game summary
The New England Patriots beat the Miami Dolphins 38–10 on 2026-01-04. Drake Maye posted a game-high +12.11 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 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
 New England Patriots | 14 | 3 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 38 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
MIAMiami Dolphins
(13:18) (Shotgun) 32-T.Henderson right guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
(:57) (Shotgun) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. Direct snap to 38-R.Stevenson. 38-R.Stevenson right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
(10:18) 14-Q.Ewers pass short left to 6-M.Washington for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
(:32) 47-R.Patterson 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
47-R.Patterson kicks 55 yards from MIA 35 to NE 10. 34-D.Johnson to NE 32 for 22 yards (42-J.Woodard).
(:03) 36-A.Borregales 59 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
(7:34) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye pass short right to 38-R.Stevenson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
(2:25) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. 38-R.Stevenson left guard for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
(12:44) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. 32-T.Henderson left tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
NENew England PatriotsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- NENew England Patriots
Q1 13:18TD TreVeyon HendersonPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 5
- Score
- 0-6
(13:18) (Shotgun) 32-T.Henderson right guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q1 13:14XP Andy BorregalesPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 0-7
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
- NENew England Patriots
Q1 0:57TD Rhamondre StevensonPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 0-13
(:57) (Shotgun) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. Direct snap to 38-R.Stevenson. 38-R.Stevenson right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q1 0:55XP Andy BorregalesPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 0-14
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 10:18TD Montrell WashingtonPoints+6
- Yard line
- NE 2
- Score
- 6-14
(10:18) 14-Q.Ewers pass short left to 6-M.Washington for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 10:14XP Riley PattersonPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 15
- Score
- 7-14
47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 0:32FG Riley PattersonPoints+3
- Yard line
- NE 34
- Score
- 10-14
(:32) 47-R.Patterson 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 0:28FG Riley PattersonPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 35
- Score
- 10-14
47-R.Patterson kicks 55 yards from MIA 35 to NE 10. 34-D.Johnson to NE 32 for 22 yards (42-J.Woodard).
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 0:03FG Andy BorregalesPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 41
- Score
- 10-17
(:03) 36-A.Borregales 59 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
- NENew England Patriots
Q3 7:34TD Rhamondre StevensonPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 10-23
(7:34) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye pass short right to 38-R.Stevenson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q3 7:30XP Andy BorregalesPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 10-24
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
- NENew England Patriots
Q3 2:25TD Rhamondre StevensonPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 35
- Score
- 10-30
(2:25) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. 38-R.Stevenson left guard for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q3 2:18XP Andy BorregalesPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 10-31
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 12:44TD TreVeyon HendersonPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 10-37
(12:44) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. 32-T.Henderson left tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 12:39XP Andy BorregalesPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 10-38
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1
Drake Maye · New England Patriots · Passing · +12.11 total EPA · 24 snaps · +0.50 EPA/play - 2Rhamondre Stevenson · New England Patriots · Rushing · +8.71 total EPA · 8 snaps · +1.09 EPA/play
- 3Rhamondre Stevenson · New England Patriots · Receiving · +3.06 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.53 EPA/play
- 4
Greg Dulcich · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +2.96 total EPA · 4 snaps · +0.74 EPA/play - 5
Stefon Diggs · New England Patriots · Receiving · +2.41 total EPA · 3 snaps · +0.80 EPA/play - 6
Efton Chism III · New England Patriots · Receiving · +2.12 total EPA · 1 snaps · +2.12 EPA/play - 7Montrell Washington · Miami Dolphins · Rushing · +1.59 total EPA · 2 snaps · +0.80 EPA/play
- 8
Hunter Henry · New England Patriots · Receiving · +1.38 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.28 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
Drake Maye — NE · Passing
Drake Maye posted the highest total EPA (+12.11) in the game, the strongest overall impact for New England Patriots. Across 24 counted snaps, they averaged +0.50 EPA per play.
Biggest single play (-5.95 EPA): Quinn Ewers — (11:44) 14-Q.Ewers pass deep left intended for 81-T.Wease INTERCEPTED by 21-J.Hawkins at NE -6. Touchback. Penalty on MIA-52-P.Paul, Ineligible Downfield Pass, declined.
Quarterback report card
Quinn Ewers led all passers in efficiency for Miami Dolphins, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
Quinn Ewers (Miami Dolphins) · 29 dropbacks · 55.2% completion · +3.2% CPOE · -0.20 EPA/play · -5.71 total EPA- Drake Maye (New England Patriots) · 24 dropbacks · 58.3% completion · +24.4% CPOE · +0.50 EPA/play · +12.11 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | Miami Dolphins | New England Patriots |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | -0.236 | +0.184 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.2% | 62.7% |
| Pass EPA/play | -0.231 | +0.436 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.417 | +0.200 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.184 | +0.236 |
| Defensive success rate | 37.3% | 52.8% |
Drive & efficiency notes
New England Patriots held the efficiency edge in offensive EPA per play (+0.18 vs -0.24), even if the scoreboard told a different story.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Miami Dolphins: -0.24 EPA/play (8th percentile vs. 2025 team-game averages)
- New England Patriots: +0.18 EPA/play (84th percentile vs. 2025 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: 11 drives, -16.96 total EPA, 2 scoring drives
- New England Patriots: 12 drives, +13.79 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 — TreVeyon Henderson
- New England Patriots — Rhamondre Stevenson
- Miami Dolphins — Montrell Washington (Quinn Ewers pass)
- New England Patriots — Rhamondre Stevenson (Drake Maye pass)
- New England Patriots — Rhamondre Stevenson
- New England Patriots — TreVeyon Henderson
Field goals
- Miami Dolphins — Riley Patterson
- Miami Dolphins — Riley Patterson
- New England Patriots — Andy Borregales
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: New England Patriots won the period 14–0. New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 5 (Q1 13:18) — (13:18) (Shotgun) 32-T.Henderson right guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q1 13:14) — 36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 2 (Q1 0:57) — (:57) (Shotgun) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. Direct snap to 38-R.Stevenson. 38-R.Stevenson right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q1 0:55) — 36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer..
The second quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 13–3. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NE 2 (Q2 10:18) — (10:18) 14-Q.Ewers pass short left to 6-M.Washington for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q2 10:14) — 47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NE 34 (Q2 0:32) — (:32) 47-R.Patterson 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the MIA 35 (Q2 0:28) — 47-R.Patterson kicks 55 yards from MIA 35 to NE 10. 34-D.Johnson to NE 32 for 22 yards (42-J.Woodard).; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the MIA 41 (Q2 0:03) — (:03) 36-A.Borregales 59 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer..
The third quarter: New England Patriots won the period 14–0. New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 15 (Q3 7:34) — (7:34) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye pass short right to 38-R.Stevenson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q3 7:30) — 36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 35 (Q3 2:25) — (2:25) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. 38-R.Stevenson left guard for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q3 2:18) — 36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer..
The fourth quarter: New England Patriots won the period 7–0. New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 2 (Q4 12:44) — (12:44) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. 32-T.Henderson left tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q4 12:39) — 36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 11:44) — (11:44) 14-Q.Ewers pass deep left intended for 81-T.Wease INTERCEPTED by 21-J.Hawkins at NE -6. Touchback. Penalty on MIA-52-P.Paul, Ineligible Downfield Pass, declined.
- New England Patriots (Q2 1:42) — (1:42) 36-A.Borregales 38 yard field goal is BLOCKED (92-Z.Sieler), Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer, RECOVERED by MIA-33-J.Marshall at 50. 33-J.Marshall to NE 40 for 10 yards (81-A.Hooper).
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 4:39) — (4:39) (Shotgun) 5-J.Wright left end to NE 47 for 2 yards (0-C.Gonzalez, 51-J.Gibbens). FUMBLES (51-J.Gibbens), touched at NE 45, RECOVERED by NE-91-E.Ponder at NE 45. 91-E.Ponder to MIA 37 for 18 yar
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 13:27) — (13:27) (Shotgun) 14-Q.Ewers pass short middle to 85-G.Dulcich to NE 25 for 20 yards (21-J.Hawkins).
- New England Patriots (Q2 5:04) — (5:04) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. 32-T.Henderson left tackle to NE 40 for no gain (25-T.Dodson; 20-J.Brooks).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 11:44) — (11:44) 14-Q.Ewers pass deep left intended for 81-T.Wease INTERCEPTED by 21-J.Hawkins at NE -6. Touchback. Penalty on MIA-52-P.Paul, Ineligible Downfield Pass, declined.
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 4:39) — (4:39) (Shotgun) 5-J.Wright left end to NE 47 for 2 yards (0-C.Gonzalez, 51-J.Gibbens). FUMBLES (51-J.Gibbens), touched at NE 45, RECOVERED by NE-91-E.Ponder at NE 45. 91-E.Ponder to MIA 37 for 18 yar
- New England Patriots (Q2 1:42) — (1:42) 36-A.Borregales 38 yard field goal is BLOCKED (92-Z.Sieler), Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer, RECOVERED by MIA-33-J.Marshall at 50. 33-J.Marshall to NE 40 for 10 yards (81-A.Hooper).
- Miami Dolphins (Q1 5:57) — (5:57) 64-D.Brunskill reported in as eligible. 14-Q.Ewers pass incomplete short right to 19-C.Wilson (51-J.Gibbens) [33-A.Jennings].
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q1 13:18 · MIA 5 · Score 0-6
(13:18) (Shotgun) 32-T.Henderson right guard for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q1 13:14 · MIA 15 · Score 0-7
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q1 0:57 · MIA 2 · Score 0-13
(:57) (Shotgun) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. Direct snap to 38-R.Stevenson. 38-R.Stevenson right tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q1 0:55 · MIA 15 · Score 0-14
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 10:18 · NE 2 · Score 6-14
(10:18) 14-Q.Ewers pass short left to 6-M.Washington for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 10:14 · NE 15 · Score 7-14
47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 0:32 · NE 34 · Score 10-14
(:32) 47-R.Patterson 52 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q2 0:28 · MIA 35 · Score 10-14
47-R.Patterson kicks 55 yards from MIA 35 to NE 10. 34-D.Johnson to NE 32 for 22 yards (42-J.Woodard). - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 0:03 · MIA 41 · Score 10-17
(:03) 36-A.Borregales 59 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q3 7:34 · MIA 15 · Score 10-23
(7:34) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye pass short right to 38-R.Stevenson for 15 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q3 7:30 · MIA 15 · Score 10-24
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q3 2:25 · MIA 35 · Score 10-30
(2:25) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. 38-R.Stevenson left guard for 35 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q3 2:18 · MIA 15 · Score 10-31
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q4 12:44 · MIA 2 · Score 10-37
(12:44) 74-T.Munford reported in as eligible. 32-T.Henderson left tackle for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q4 12:39 · MIA 15 · Score 10-38
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
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.
- Drake Maye (New England Patriots) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Quinn Ewers (MIA) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
- Drake Maye (NE) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Miami Dolphins vs New England Patriots on 2026-01-04?
The New England Patriots beat the Miami Dolphins 38-10 in Week 18, 2025.
What was the score by quarter in Miami Dolphins vs New England Patriots?
Q1: Miami Dolphins 0, New England Patriots 14; Q2: Miami Dolphins 13, New England Patriots 3; Q3: Miami Dolphins 0, New England Patriots 14; Q4: Miami Dolphins 0, New England Patriots 7; Final: Miami Dolphins 10, New England Patriots 38.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Miami Dolphins vs New England Patriots?
New England Patriots touchdown — T. Henderson (Q1 13:18) New England Patriots touchdown — R. Stevenson (Q1 0:57) Miami Dolphins touchdown — M. Washington (Q. Ewers pass) (Q2 10:18) New England Patriots touchdown — R. Stevenson (D. Maye pass) (Q3 7:34) New England Patriots touchdown — R. Stevenson (Q3 2:25) New England Patriots touchdown — T. Henderson (Q4 12:44) Miami Dolphins field goal — R. Patterson (Q2 0:32, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — R. Patterson (Q2 0:28, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — A. Borregales (Q2 0:03, 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?
Quinn Ewers (Miami Dolphins), 55.2% completion, +3.2% CPOE, -0.20 EPA per dropback, -5.71 total passing EPA. Drake Maye (New England Patriots), 58.3% completion, +24.4% CPOE, +0.50 EPA per dropback, +12.11 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Miami Dolphins vs New England Patriots?
Drake Maye (New England Patriots) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +12.11 total EPA on Passing plays. across 24 snaps.
Season records after this game
Miami Dolphins
Entered 7-9 Now 7-10 L
New England Patriots
Entered 13-3 Now 14-3 W
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