MIAMI -- You have probably seen the graphics of the NFL's playoff picture before, the ones generally separated into three columns -- division leaders, wild-card teams and teams "in the hunt."
Miami Dolphins fans had little reason to pay attention to them six weeks ago, when the team was 1-7. But with a five-game winning streak, the Dolphins (6-7) have clawed their way into that third column. On Sunday against the 3-10 New York Jets (1 p.m. ET, CBS), they have an opportunity to bring their record to .500 for the first time since Week 2.