Bills vs. Dolphins

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Week 3, 2025 — Buffalo takes control

Key Plays

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James Cook rumbles for 108 rushing yards and a touchdown. Terrel Bernard seals it with a late interception of Tua Tagovailoa with ~3 minutes left.

The Stakes & Trends

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1. The Bills improve to 3-0 on the season; Dolphins fall to 0-3 2. Buffalo has now won 13 of the last 14 regular-season matchups vs. Miami.

Rivalry in Context

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1. This matchup is part of a long-running rivalry, dating back to 1966. 2. All-time series is extremely close: Dolphins lead by just a few games. 3. Bills hold a 4-1 edge in postseason meetings2. Buffalo has now won 13 of the last 14 regular-season matchups vs. Miami.

Turning Points

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A roughing-the-kicker penalty against Miami extended a critical Bills’ drive in the 4th quarter. Miami’s offense had spurts — Tyreek Hill & Jaylen Waddle caught touchdowns — but miscues late in the game proved costly.

What’s Next

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Buffalo hosts the Saints in their next game. Miami will look to bounce back as they continue navigating a rough start to the season.

Legacy & Looking Ahead

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The rivalry stays alive: both teams are competing in the AFC East hunt. Tension, pride, and past history all in play. For Buffalo, this win adds to momentum and cements Josh Allen’s status as a key rival nemesis for Miami.