Dolphins hold off Patriots, New England falls to 0-2: What we learned
The Miami Dolphins are off to another hot start in head coach Mike McDaniel’s second season, and there’s reason to believe they’ve got more staying power this time.
They were in control Sunday night throughout most of their 24-17 victory against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium, and their star-studded offense operated in a much different way than last week. The Dolphins used wideout Tyreek Hill as somewhat of a decoy with a variety of pre-snap motions that opened up opportunities for their other skill players.
“And I’m tired as hell from it right now, brother,” Hill said after the game. “I’m going to sleep all day tomorrow.”
Hill caught five passes for 40 yards and a touchdown, a productive night to be sure, but it paled in comparison to his 11 catches for 215 yards and two scores during the Dolphins’ 36-34 season-opening victory against the Los Angeles Chargers.
No matter, Hill said. They’re the only undefeated team in the AFC East, and they’ve got two road wins with a chameleonic approach.
It’s partly why the Dolphins believe they’re building something special this season.
“What’s the team’s potential?” Hill said. “I mean, I wouldn’t be a competitor if I wouldn’t say we’re the best. It’s like DJ Khaled said, baby. ‘We the best.’”
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