The Dolphins’ playoff hopes weren’t extinguished Saturday but they’re now on life support.
They received no help from the Washington Redskins, who lost to the Tennessee Titans, and received no assist from the Los Angeles Chargers, who were upset at home by the Baltimore Ravens.
And here’s where that leaves Miami (7-7):
Even if the Dolphins win Sunday against visiting Jacksonville, they would be eliminated from playoff contention before Week 17 if Indianapolis (8-6) beats the visiting New York Giants and New England (9-5) defeats visiting Buffalo. Both the Colts and Patriots will be heavy favorites Sunday.