The Miami Dolphins struck gold in free agency in 2024. The team landed tight end Jonnu Smith, who made the Pro Bowl while also securing a roster cornerstone level talent on either side of the ball via center Aaron Brewer and linebacker Jordyn Brooks.

After benching Tua Tagovailoa, the Dolphins handed the offense to rookie Quinn Ewers, who struggled in his first start during a 45–21 loss to the Bengals. Did the ugly defeat serve a larger purpose, and what’s Miami’s goal for the final two games of 2025?

Atlanta beat Arizona 26-19, which keeps them in the 10th spot at 5-10 on the season. The Falcons traded their first rounder to the Rams during last year's draft, which means Los Angeles would've moved in front of Cincinnati if the Falcons had lost.

The Pittsburgh Steelers moved to 8-6 on the season and continue to hold firm atop the AFC North with a 28-15 victory over the Miami Dolphins (6-8) on Monday night. While the win moves Pittsburgh one step closer to the playoffs, the loss officially eliminates Miami from postseason contention.

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Another bad sign for him is that oart Miami's management has also changed. The Dolphins first general manager Chris Grier in October following a 2-7 start. Champ Kelly is the interim general manager and Mike McDaniel remains the head coach through the end of the season.