Game recap: Miami Dolphins overcome injuries to defeat Las Vegas Raiders
MIAMI GARDENS -- The Miami Dolphins return from a bye week rested and with a new look in some cases ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Las Vegas Raiders. Keep scrolling for updates, and remember to refresh the page for the latest.
The Dolphins did not play last week after losing 21-14 against the Kansas City Chiefs in Frankfurt, Germany in their previous game.
Miami (6-3) is in first place in the AFC East with a game-and-a-half advantage over the Buffalo Bills (5-5), who stumbled at home in a loss to the Denver Broncos on Monday night.
Star wide receiver Tyreek Hill remains the NFL leader in receiving yards (1,076) and touchdowns (8) while veteran running back Raheem Mostert has an NFL-best 11 rushing scores.
The Raiders (5-5) are in second place in the AFC West and have caught some momentum after the midseason firing of head coach Josh McDaniels. Las Vegas has won back-to-back games under interim coach Antonio Pierce.
Rookie quarterback Aidan O'Connell has taken over as starter since veteran Jimmy Garoppolo was benched on Nov. 1. O'Connell has 675 passing yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions in four career games played.
Las Vegas leads the all-time series between the Dolphins and Raiders 21-19-1. The Raiders won the most recent matchup 31-28 in overtime on Sept. 26, 2021 in Las Vegas.
Jalen Ramsey grabs game-sealing interception
The Dolphins will hold onto victory at Hard Rock Stadium.
Aidan O'Connell took a deep shot to the end zone with less than 40 seconds remaining and Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey made an athletic leaping interception to seal the win.
Miami wins 20-13 to improve to 7-3 overall. The Dolphins have won four of their last six games.
Jaelan Phillips grabs first career interception
The Dolphins got a big stop on fourth down in Miami territory as Christian Wilkins wrapped up and slung down Aidan O'Connell, who flung the ball into the waiting arms of linebacker Jaelan Phillips.
Miami takes over attempting to run out the clock with just over three minutes remaining. Miami leads 20-13 and the Raiders have three timeouts.
Jason Sanders hits first 50+ yard field goal
The Dolphins have dominated the third quarter but have been limited to three field goal attempts.
Veteran kicker Jason Sanders converted a 51-yard field goal, his first make on a field goal from beyond 50 yards this season. He missed one from 50 yards earlier in the game.
Jason Sanders converts field goal
The Dolphins capitalized on the Ramsey interception with a field goal by place kicker Jason Sanders.
Miami leads Las Vegas 17-13 midway through the third quarter.
Jalen Ramsey grabs interception off Aiden O'Connell
Miami placekicker Jason Sanders missed a 50-yard field goal but the Dolphins have the ball back after a spectacular play by cornerback Jalen Ramsey.
Ramsey undercut Davante Adams and made the diving interception, his second with the Dolphins this season.
Tua Tagovailoa intercepted on first play of second half
Miami committed its third turnover of the game as Tua Tagovailoa threw deep to Jaylen Waddle and was intercepted by Isaiah Palo-Mao.
The Raiders were unable to generate any success on the ensuing drive and punted back to the Dolphins after three plays.
Dolphins fumble again but settle for field goal
Miami lost its second fumble of the first half as Julian Hill was stripped in Dolphins territory.
The Dolphins forced a three-and-out, however, and only surrendered a field goal.
Miami leads 14-13 with moments until halftime.
Salvon Ahmed receiving touchdown from Tua Tagovailoa
The Dolphins restored their lead as Tua Tagovailoa hit running back Salvon Ahmed on a short screen pass in the Lax Vegas red zone.
Miami scoring drive was nine plays for 63 yards.
The Dolphins lead 14-10 late in the second quarter.
Tyreek Hill exits field with apparent hand injury
The Dolphins moved into the Las Vegas red zone but were stopped on a fourth down conversion try.
Star wide receiver Tyreek Hill was injured on the play and was shown entering the Dolphins locker room favoring his wrist on the CBS broadcast.
Miami trails Las Vegas 10-7 midway through the second quarter.
De'Von Achane receiving treatment in medical tent
Achane went into the medical tent with a knee injury in the first quarter and is considered questionable to return.
He later was seen leaving the field and entering the Dolphins locker room.
Achane missed the last four games while on the injured reserve due to the injury.
Davante Adams gives Raiders answer
The Las Vegas Raiders have restored their lead after a long touchdown pass from Aidan O'Connell to Davante Adams.
The Raiders have a 10-7 advantage late in the first quarter.
Tyreek Hill touchdown catch gives Dolphins lead
Miami has a lead after Tagovailoa hit Tyreek Hill on a 39-yard touchdown pass on a crossing route over the middle.
The Dolphins lead 7-3 in the first quarter.
Tua Tagovailoa fumbles on first Dolphins drive
Las Vegas received the opening kickoff but was forced to punt quickly.
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa then lost a fumble on third down while attempting to rush.
The Dolphins defense held strong and limited the Raiders to a field goal.
The Raiders lead 3-0 midway through the first quarter.
What time is the Dolphins game today?
When: 1 p.m. Sunday, November 19
Where: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida
What channel is Dolphins vs. Raiders on today?
TV: CBS (check local listings)
Streaming: Paramount+ (7-day free trial), NFL Sunday Ticket and NFL+ (out-of-market only), fuboTV (7-day free trial), YouTube TV (2-week free trial), Hulu + Live TV (7-day free trial)
Kevin Harlan will have the play-by-play, while Trent Green will be the analyst. Streaming options include fuboTV, which offers a free trial to potential subscribers.
Dolphins-Raiders betting odds
Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of Friday, November 17.
Spread: Dolphins (-13.5)
Over/under: 46.5 points
Moneyline: Raiders +575, Dolphins -900
Dolphins schedule 2023
Date | Opponent |
Sunday, Sept. 10 | at Los Angeles Chargers: W 36-34 |
Sunday, Sept. 17 | at New England Patriots*: W 24-17 |
Sunday, Sept. 24 | vs. Denver Broncos: W 70-20 |
Sunday, Oct. 1 | at Buffalo Bills: L 48-20 |
Sunday, Oct. 8 | vs. New York Giants: W 31-16 |
Sunday, Oct. 15 | vs. Carolina Panthers: W 42-21 |
Sunday, Oct. 22 | at Philadelphia Eagles*: L 31-17 |
Sunday, Oct. 29 | vs. New England Patriots: W 31-17 |
Sunday, Nov. 5 | vs. Kansas City Chiefs^: L 21-14 |
Sunday, Nov. 12 | BYE |
Sunday, Nov. 19 | vs. Las Vegas Raiders |
Friday, Nov. 24 | |
Sunday, Dec. 3 | |
Monday, Dec. 11 | vs. Tennessee Titans* |
Sunday, Dec. 17 | vs. New York Jets |
Sunday, Dec. 24 | vs. Dallas Cowboys |
Sunday, Dec. 31 | |
TBD | vs. Buffalo Bills |
This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Dolphins vs Raiders game recap from NFL Week 11 game
