Sep 12, 2021; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots tight end Jonnu Smith (81) tumbles over Miami Dolphins wide receiver Mack Hollins (86) during a play in the first half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports
The Miami Dolphins won on Sunday 17-16 against the Patriots at Foxborough. They escaped with the win after allowing the Pats to convert multiple third downs.
The Dolphins defense allowed New England to gain a first down on 11 of 16 third down plays. While the Fins won the game after a fumble was caused and recovered by Xavien Howard on the Patriots 36-yard line, their defensive performance overall was disappointing.