Patriots Win First Miami Game Since 2019, Vrabel's First Victory

The New England Patriots secured a significant 33-27 victory over the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium, marking their first win in Miami since 2019 and giving head coach Mike Vrabel his first win with the team. Despite quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's effective passing when unpressured, the Patriots' defense pressured him into crucial mistakes, including five sacks, which helped seal the win. Drake Maye contributed efficiently to the Patriots' offense with accurate passing and smart rushing, leading to key touchdowns. The Dolphins, now 0-2, struggled defensively, allowing the Patriots to score on their initial possessions, and defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver's position has come under scrutiny due to the team's poor defensive performance. Miami showed some offensive promise but ultimately could not overcome their defensive lapses and a late interception by Tagovailoa. The loss raises questions about the Dolphins' season trajectory and coaching staff, while the Patriots appear to be gaining momentum early in the 2025 season.