Quick answer
- Winner
- New England Patriots
- Final score
- New England Patriots 33–27 Miami Dolphins
- Halftime
- New England Patriots 15–14 Miami Dolphins at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Drake Maye
- Top passer
- Tua Tagovailoa
- Biggest EPA play
- 47-R.Patterson kicks 55 yards from MIA 35 to NE 10. 4-A.Gibson for 90 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Game date
- 2025-09-14
Game summary
The New England Patriots beat the Miami Dolphins 33–27 on 2025-09-14. Drake Maye posted a game-high +19.27 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 England Patriots | 12 | 3 | 8 | 10 | 0 | 33 |
 Miami Dolphins | 0 | 14 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 27 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
NENew England Patriots
(9:34) 10-D.Maye pass short right to 13-M.Hollins for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(:55) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye pass deep left to 9-K.Boutte for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(11:25) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 17-J.Waddle for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
(1:59) 36-A.Borregales 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
(:41) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short middle to 28-D.Achane for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
(10:46) 47-R.Patterson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
(3:42) 47-R.Patterson 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
(:12) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye scrambles right end for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on MIA-25-T.Dodson, Defensive Holding, declined.
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 38-R.Stevenson rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
(7:39) 17-B.Baringer punts 65 yards to MIA 26, Center-47-J.Ashby. 6-M.Washington for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
47-R.Patterson kicks 55 yards from MIA 35 to NE 10. 4-A.Gibson for 90 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer. ** Injury Update: MIA-44-C.Robinson has returned to the game.
(1:52) 36-A.Borregales 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
MIAMiami DolphinsFantasyHQ Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- NENew England Patriots
Q1 9:34TD Mack HollinsPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 8
- Score
- 6-0
(9:34) 10-D.Maye pass short right to 13-M.Hollins for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q1 0:55TD Kayshon BouttePoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 16
- Score
- 12-0
(:55) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye pass deep left to 9-K.Boutte for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 11:25TD Jaylen WaddlePoints+6
- Yard line
- NE 18
- Score
- 12-6
(11:25) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 17-J.Waddle for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 11:19XP Riley PattersonPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 15
- Score
- 12-7
47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 1:59FG Andy BorregalesPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 4
- Score
- 15-7
(1:59) 36-A.Borregales 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 0:41TD De'Von AchanePoints+6
- Yard line
- NE 29
- Score
- 15-13
(:41) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short middle to 28-D.Achane for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q2 0:33XP Riley PattersonPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 20
- Score
- 15-14
47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 10:46FG Riley PattersonPoints+3
- Yard line
- NE 22
- Score
- 15-17
(10:46) 47-R.Patterson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q3 3:42FG Riley PattersonPoints+3
- Yard line
- NE 26
- Score
- 15-20
(3:42) 47-R.Patterson 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
- NENew England Patriots
Q3 0:12TD Drake MayePoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 6
- Score
- 21-20
(:12) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye scrambles right end for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on MIA-25-T.Dodson, Defensive Holding, declined.
- NENew England Patriots
Q3 0:06Safety Rhamondre StevensonPoints+2
- Yard line
- MIA 2
- Score
- 23-20
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 38-R.Stevenson rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 7:39TD Montrell WashingtonPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 91
- Score
- 23-26
(7:39) 17-B.Baringer punts 65 yards to MIA 26, Center-47-J.Ashby. 6-M.Washington for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- MIAMiami Dolphins
Q4 7:18XP Riley PattersonPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 15
- Score
- 23-27
47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 7:18TD Antonio GibsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- MIA 35
- Score
- 29-27
47-R.Patterson kicks 55 yards from MIA 35 to NE 10. 4-A.Gibson for 90 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 7:06XP Andy BorregalesPoints+1
- Yard line
- MIA 15
- Score
- 30-27
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer. ** Injury Update: MIA-44-C.Robinson has returned to the game.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 1:52FG Andy BorregalesPoints+3
- Yard line
- MIA 35
- Score
- 33-27
(1:52) 36-A.Borregales 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1Drake Maye · New England Patriots · Passing · +19.27 total EPA · 32 snaps · +0.60 EPA/play
- 2
Trysten Hill · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +8.20 total EPA · 7 snaps · +1.17 EPA/play - 3Rhamondre Stevenson · New England Patriots · Receiving · +6.84 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.37 EPA/play
- 4
Tua Tagovailoa · Miami Dolphins · Passing · +6.67 total EPA · 42 snaps · +0.16 EPA/play - 5Jaylen Waddle · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +5.49 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.92 EPA/play
- 6De'Von Achane · Miami Dolphins · Receiving · +3.60 total EPA · 10 snaps · +0.36 EPA/play
- 7
Stefon Diggs · New England Patriots · Receiving · +3.41 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.68 EPA/play - 8
TreVeyon Henderson · New England Patriots · Receiving · +3.33 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.66 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 (+19.27) in the game, the strongest overall impact for New England Patriots. Across 32 counted snaps, they averaged +0.60 EPA per play.
Drake Maye's top snap (+4.71 EPA): (1:49) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye pass deep right to 38-R.Stevenson to MIA 21 for 55 yards (20-J.Brooks).
Biggest single play (+6.01 EPA): Riley Patterson — 47-R.Patterson kicks 55 yards from MIA 35 to NE 10. 4-A.Gibson for 90 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
Tua Tagovailoa led all passers in efficiency for Miami Dolphins, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- Tua Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins) · 42 dropbacks · 61.9% completion · +13.7% CPOE · +0.16 EPA/play · +6.67 total EPA
- Drake Maye (New England Patriots) · 32 dropbacks · 59.4% completion · +14.0% CPOE · +0.60 EPA/play · +19.27 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | New England Patriots | Miami Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.185 | +0.073 |
| Offensive success rate | 44.9% | 46.2% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.602 | +0.159 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.113 | -0.073 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.073 | -0.185 |
| Defensive success rate | 53.8% | 55.1% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, New England Patriots generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.18 vs +0.07), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- New England Patriots: +0.18 EPA/play (85th percentile vs. 2025 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: +0.07 EPA/play (64th percentile vs. 2025 team-game averages)
- Miami Dolphins: 9 drives, +5.66 total EPA, 4 scoring drives
- New England Patriots: 10 drives, +14.46 total EPA, 7 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- New England Patriots — Mack Hollins (Drake Maye pass)
- New England Patriots — Kayshon Boutte (Drake Maye pass)
- Miami Dolphins — Jaylen Waddle (Tua Tagovailoa pass)
- Miami Dolphins — De'Von Achane (Tua Tagovailoa pass)
- New England Patriots — Drake Maye
- Miami Dolphins — Montrell Washington
- New England Patriots — Antonio Gibson
Field goals
- New England Patriots — Andy Borregales
- 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 12–0. New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 8 (Q1 9:34) — (9:34) 10-D.Maye pass short right to 13-M.Hollins for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 16 (Q1 0:55) — (:55) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye pass deep left to 9-K.Boutte for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
The second quarter: Miami Dolphins won the period 14–3. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NE 18 (Q2 11:25) — (11:25) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 17-J.Waddle for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q2 11:19) — 47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the MIA 4 (Q2 1:59) — (1:59) 36-A.Borregales 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer.; Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the NE 29 (Q2 0:41) — (:41) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short middle to 28-D.Achane for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NE 20 (Q2 0:33) — 47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey..
The third quarter: New England Patriots won the period 8–6. Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NE 22 (Q3 10:46) — (10:46) 47-R.Patterson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.; Miami Dolphins connected on a field goal from the NE 26 (Q3 3:42) — (3:42) 47-R.Patterson 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 6 (Q3 0:12) — (:12) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye scrambles right end for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on MIA-25-T.Dodson, Defensive Holding, declined.; New England Patriots registered a safety from the MIA 2 (Q3 0:06) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 38-R.Stevenson rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS..
The fourth quarter: New England Patriots won the period 10–7. Miami Dolphins found the end zone from the MIA 91 (Q4 7:39) — (7:39) 17-B.Baringer punts 65 yards to MIA 26, Center-47-J.Ashby. 6-M.Washington for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Miami Dolphins added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q4 7:18) — 47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the MIA 35 (Q4 7:18) — 47-R.Patterson kicks 55 yards from MIA 35 to NE 10. 4-A.Gibson for 90 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots added 1 points from the MIA 15 (Q4 7:06) — 36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer. ** Injury Update: MIA-44-C.Robinson has returned to the game.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the MIA 35 (Q4 1:52) — (1:52) 36-A.Borregales 53 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- New England Patriots (Q4 7:18) — 47-R.Patterson kicks 55 yards from MIA 35 to NE 10. 4-A.Gibson for 90 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New England Patriots (Q4 7:39) — (7:39) 17-B.Baringer punts 65 yards to MIA 26, Center-47-J.Ashby. 6-M.Washington for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q2 0:41) — (:41) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short middle to 28-D.Achane for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 14:07) — (14:07) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 10-T.Hill to NE 27 for 47 yards (31-C.Woodson).
- New England Patriots (Q3 1:49) — (1:49) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye pass deep right to 38-R.Stevenson to MIA 21 for 55 yards (20-J.Brooks).
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- New England Patriots (Q4 7:18) — 47-R.Patterson kicks 55 yards from MIA 35 to NE 10. 4-A.Gibson for 90 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Miami Dolphins (Q3 14:07) — (14:07) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 10-T.Hill to NE 27 for 47 yards (31-C.Woodson).
- New England Patriots (Q4 7:39) — (7:39) 17-B.Baringer punts 65 yards to MIA 26, Center-47-J.Ashby. 6-M.Washington for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- New England Patriots (Q3 1:49) — (1:49) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye pass deep right to 38-R.Stevenson to MIA 21 for 55 yards (20-J.Brooks).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q1 9:34 · MIA 8 · Score 6-0
(9:34) 10-D.Maye pass short right to 13-M.Hollins for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q1 0:55 · MIA 16 · Score 12-0
(:55) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye pass deep left to 9-K.Boutte for 16 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 11:25 · NE 18 · Score 12-6
(11:25) (Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass deep left to 17-J.Waddle for 18 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 11:19 · NE 15 · Score 12-7
47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 1:59 · MIA 4 · Score 15-7
(1:59) 36-A.Borregales 22 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q2 0:41 · NE 29 · Score 15-13
(:41) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 1-T.Tagovailoa pass short middle to 28-D.Achane for 29 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q2 0:33 · NE 20 · Score 15-14
47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q3 10:46 · NE 22 · Score 15-17
(10:46) 47-R.Patterson 40 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey. - Miami Dolphins FG (+3) — Q3 3:42 · NE 26 · Score 15-20
(3:42) 47-R.Patterson 44 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q3 0:12 · MIA 6 · Score 21-20
(:12) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye scrambles right end for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on MIA-25-T.Dodson, Defensive Holding, declined. - New England Patriots Safety (+2) — Q3 0:06 · MIA 2 · Score 23-20
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 38-R.Stevenson rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. - Miami Dolphins TD (+6) — Q4 7:39 · MIA 91 · Score 23-26
(7:39) 17-B.Baringer punts 65 yards to MIA 26, Center-47-J.Ashby. 6-M.Washington for 74 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Miami Dolphins XP (+1) — Q4 7:18 · NE 15 · Score 23-27
47-R.Patterson extra point is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-16-J.Bailey. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q4 7:18 · MIA 35 · Score 29-27
47-R.Patterson kicks 55 yards from MIA 35 to NE 10. 4-A.Gibson for 90 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots XP (+1) — Q4 7:06 · MIA 15 · Score 30-27
36-A.Borregales extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Ashby, Holder-17-B.Baringer. ** Injury Update: MIA-44-C.Robinson has returned to the game. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q4 1:52 · MIA 35 · Score 33-27
(1:52) 36-A.Borregales 53 yard field goal 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.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- Drake Maye (New England Patriots) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Tua Tagovailoa (MIA) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins on 2025-09-14?
The New England Patriots beat the Miami Dolphins 33-27 in Week 2, 2025.
What was the score by quarter in New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins?
Q1: New England Patriots 12, Miami Dolphins 0; Q2: New England Patriots 3, Miami Dolphins 14; Q3: New England Patriots 8, Miami Dolphins 6; Q4: New England Patriots 10, Miami Dolphins 7; Final: New England Patriots 33, Miami Dolphins 27.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins?
New England Patriots touchdown — M. Hollins (D. Maye pass) (Q1 9:34) New England Patriots touchdown — K. Boutte (D. Maye pass) (Q1 0:55) Miami Dolphins touchdown — J. Waddle (T. Tagovailoa pass) (Q2 11:25) Miami Dolphins touchdown — D. Achane (T. Tagovailoa pass) (Q2 0:41) New England Patriots touchdown — D. Maye (Q3 0:12) Miami Dolphins touchdown — M. Washington (Q4 7:39) New England Patriots touchdown — A. Gibson (Q4 7:18) New England Patriots field goal — A. Borregales (Q2 1:59, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — R. Patterson (Q3 10:46, 3 pts) Miami Dolphins field goal — R. Patterson (Q3 3:42, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — A. Borregales (Q4 1:52, 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?
Tua Tagovailoa (Miami Dolphins), 61.9% completion, +13.7% CPOE, +0.16 EPA per dropback, +6.67 total passing EPA. Drake Maye (New England Patriots), 59.4% completion, +14.0% CPOE, +0.60 EPA per dropback, +19.27 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins?
Drake Maye (New England Patriots) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +19.27 total EPA on Passing plays. across 32 snaps. Their top snap (+4.71 EPA): (1:49) (Shotgun) 10-D.Maye pass deep right to 38-R.Stevenson to MIA 21 for 55 yards (20-J.Brooks)..
Was New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins a close game?
Yes — the margin was 6 points. New England Patriots won 33-27 in a game that stayed within one score into the fourth quarter.
Season records after this game
New England Patriots
Entered 0-1 Now 1-1 W
Miami Dolphins
Entered 0-1 Now 0-2 L
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