Miami Dolphins, Tyreek Hill fall to Kansas City Chiefs, Patrick Mahomes in playoffs | Live updates
The Miami Dolphins had their season on the line Saturday night in frigid Kansas City.
The reigning Super Bowl champion Chiefs defeated the Dolphins 26-7 in a game shown exclusively on the Peacock streaming service.
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Significant winter weather affected the game in Kansas City with temperature projections in the single digits and wind chill sliding into negative temperatures. It was minus-4 degrees at kickoff.
Miami limped into the playoffs after a winter collapse in the AFC East, allowing a three-game lead to evaporate to the Buffalo Bills in a five-game span.
The Dolphins' injuries are extensive: Star pass rusher Bradley Chubb and linebacker Jerome Baker are out for the season with a knee injury while several other key contributors like cornerback Xavien Howard and linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel are expected to miss the Chiefs game.
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Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and wide receiver Tyreek Hill finished the regular season as the NFL leader in passing and receiving yards respectively but enter the playoffs under scrutiny after the team's late-season struggles.
Dolphins face massive deficit in fourth quarter
Chiefs running back Isaiah Pacheco scored to give the Chiefs a 26-7 lead in the fourth quarter.
Miami is perilously close to the end of its season trailing 26-7 in the fourth quarter.
Chiefs add another field goal to extend lead
The pressure is on the Dolphins offense to produce as Kansas City has extended its lead to 19-7 in the third quarter.
Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins offense will return to the field midway through the third quarter.
Dolphins holding Chiefs to field goals instead of touchdowns
Miami has enjoyed a solid defensive performance in holding the Chiefs to field goals during the first half.
The Dolphins trail the Chiefs 16-7 with less than a minute to halftime.
Chiefs tack on short field goal
Miami's defense managed to hold the Chiefs in the red zone thanks to a penalty against Chiefs tackle Jawaan Taylor that erased Rashee Rice's second touchdown of the game.
The Dolphins batted down a Patrick Mahomes pass on third down, forcing the Chiefs to settle for a field goal.
It's 13-7 Chiefs midway through the second quarter.
Tua throws long touchdown to Tyreek Hill
The Dolphins have found a little life after Tua Tagovailoa threw a long touchdown pass to Tyreek Hill.
The Dolphins trail the Chiefs 10-7 in the second quarter.
Chiefs add short field goal
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa threw an interception on third down to end the first Dolphins drive that had a bit of success.
After moving into Dolphins territory, the Chiefs settled for a field goal.
Rashee Rice scores easy opening touchdown
It was an easy opening drive for the Kansas City Chiefs as Rashee Rice took a short pass from Patrick Mahomes in for a score.
The Chiefs lead 7-0 early in the first quarter.
Scoring drive: 9 plays, 68 yards
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Chiefs receive opening kickoff, move into Dolphins territory
The Chiefs are on the march into Miami territory after receiving the opening kickoff.
Running back Isaiah Pacheco broke off a long run and Travis Kelce took a short pass for a gain to spur the drive.
Cold temperatures at kickoff
The Dolphins are poised to face temperatures near or below zero at kickoff and a wind chill of -24 or worse throughout the contest.
Kickoff is minutes away in Kansas City.
Miami Dolphins inactives: Jevon Holland out, Raheem Mostert and Jaylen Waddle in
The Dolphins will have two big offensive weapons back for tonight's game, as leading rusher Raheem Mostert and No. 2 receiver Jaylen Waddle are active. Both were battling ankle injuries.
Safety Jevon Holland is inactive, out with a knee injury. - Joe Schad
When is the Dolphins game on tonight?
Time: 8:10 p.m. Saturday, January 13
Place: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri
The Dolphins vs. Chiefs playoff game kicks off at 8:10 p.m. Saturday, January 13 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
What channel is Dolphins vs. Chiefs on tonight?
TV: This game will not be available on traditional TV (except in Miami and Kansas City)
Streaming: Peacock ($5.99 per month)
Dolphins-Chiefs will not be available on traditional TV channels outside of the Miami and Kansas City local markets. Dolphins fans in Miami and Fort Lauderdale will be able to watch the game on WTVJ Channel 6, and some local sports bars will carry the game.
The rest of the country can watch the game only on the Peacock streaming service. Mike Tirico (play-by-play) and Jason Garrett (analyst) will be in the booth.
Dolphins-Chiefs odds
Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of Friday, January 12.
Spread: Chiefs (-4.5)
Over/under: 44 points
Moneyline: Dolphins +180, Chiefs -225
Dolphins schedule
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: W 20-13 |
Friday, Nov. 24 | at New York Jets: W 34-13 |
Sunday, Dec. 3 | at Washington Commanders: W 45-15 |
Monday, Dec. 11 | vs. Tennessee Titans*: L 28-27 |
Sunday, Dec. 17 | vs. New York Jets: W 30-0 |
Sunday, Dec. 24 | vs. Dallas Cowboys: W 22-20 |
Sunday, Dec. 31 | at Baltimore Ravens: L 56-19 |
Sunday, Jan. 7 | vs. Buffalo Bills*: L 21-14 |
Saturday, Jan. 13 | at Kansas City Chiefs+ |
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