The New England Patriots' defense struggled against an inconsistent Miami offense on Sunday, allowing 27 points after the Dolphins managed just eight points the previous week. The defensive line came alive in the fourth quarter, with pressure from stars Milton Williams and Harold Landry leading the way.
A notable absence in the game was Keion White, who was unable to play due to illness. With the absence of the third-year edge defender, several players got extended play time.
Week 1 inactive Anfernee Jennings returned as part of the defense, and undrafted rookie Elijah Ponder also played a role on the edge.