The Miami Dolphins faced the Los Angeles Rams in a pivotal Week 10 NFL matchup, knowing they needed a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Dolphins, playing with urgency, showcased a surprising defensive effort that secured a 23-15 victory on Monday night at SoFi Stadium.
Miami’s offense set the tone early, marching down the field in just five plays. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa completed all four of his pass attempts during the drive, and rookie running back Malik Washington capped it off with an impressive 18-yard touchdown run. This initial burst made it seem like a high-scoring contest was in store, but the rest of the game unfolded quite differently.
The Dolphins’ defense became the true star of the night, stifling the Rams’ offensive efforts and forcing key turnovers. Linebacker Jerome Baker and cornerback Xavien Howard made crucial plays to disrupt Rams’ quarterback Matthew Stafford, who struggled to find rhythm under pressure. Despite the Rams’ attempts to mount a comeback, they managed only one touchdown and relied on field goals to keep them in the game.
On the offensive side, Tua maintained efficiency, avoiding turnovers and extending plays with his mobility. Kicker Jason Sanders contributed with field goals to pad Miami’s lead, helping ensure the Dolphins stayed ahead despite a few missed opportunities in the red zone.
The Rams’ offense, limited to short gains, couldn’t break through Miami’s defensive schemes. Stafford ended with a subpar performance, hindered by both dropped passes and a relentless Dolphins pass rush.
With the win, Miami improved their record and kept their postseason hopes alive, while the Rams faced more questions about consistency as they dropped to a middling record in the NFC.
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