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Dolphins Week 13 Instant Takeaways: What Does Close Call Mean?

Wow, that was some crazy game, wasn't it? The good news is the Miami Dolphins were able to hang on against the New Orleans Saints thanks to two gigantic defensive plays in the final two minutes to make it four wins in their past five games and move to 5-7 on the season.

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In the National Football League, a win is a win. The Miami Dolphins’ victory over the lowly New Orleans Saints featured both well-executed and gruesome moments.

De'von Achane News / Field Level Media / November 30

De’Von Achane leads the Dolphins' attack as they hold off Saints

De'Von Achane rushed for 134 yards and a touchdown, Riley Patterson kicked four field goals and the host Miami Dolphins won their third straight game by holding off the New Orleans Saints 21-17 on Sunday afternoon.

NFL News / Miami Dolphins on SI / November 30

Everything to Know from Dolphins' Week 13 Win vs. Saints

It shouldn’t have been as close as it was, but the Miami Dolphins won their fifth game of the season, beating the New Orleans Saints 21-17 at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday. The Dolphins led 16-0 at halftime and then sputtered on offense, while the Saints finally found some traction.

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Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / November 30

Dolphins Stock Up/Stock Down Report: Dolphins vs Saints Recap

Week 13 of the regular season is in the books, and the Miami Dolphins did not play a great game at all, especially on offense, but came away with a victory over the lowly New Orleans Saints.

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The most memorable NFL Thanksgiving game performances

The NFL on Thanksgiving has become one of the great American traditions, dating back to 1920. These are some of the most memorable moments and performances from the Turkey Day games.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / November 30

Breaking Down the Week 13 Dolphins Inactive Info

The Miami Dolphins are returning from their bye Sunday about as healthy as they can be. That's reflected in their inactive list for their Week 13 game against the New Orleans Saints, which does not include any player who was on the injury report this week.

Mike McDaniel News / NFL Analysis Network / November 30

Mike McDaniel’s turning point: Dolphins’ discipline and defense meet critical Week 13 test

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel faces his defining moment. Week 13 against the New Orleans Saints is not just another game, it’s a test of discipline, scheme control, and credibility.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / November 30

The Dolphins are delivering an early gift for the holidays that fans have been begging for

The Miami Dolphins return from a long layoff to retake the field today, hosting the New Orleans Saints in a matchup of below .500 teams that feel like they're headed in different directions.

Tyreek Hill News / Athlon Sports / November 30

Tyreek Hill Sends Message to Dolphins Amid Chiefs Rumors

Tyreek Hill began his NFL career as one of the league’s most explosive weapons with the Kansas City Chiefs, becoming a three-time first-team All-Pro and a central figure in their championship run at the end of the 2019 season.

Darren Waller News / Last Word On Sports / November 30

Darren Waller Injury Update: TE’s Status Revealed For Dolphins-Saints

Miami Dolphins tight end Darren Waller has battled injury throughout the 2025 season, but he should return to the field for Week 13’s contest against the New Orleans Saints.

Miami Dolphins News / Field Level Media / November 29

Dolphins activate TE Darren Waller, OL Austin Jackson off IR

The Miami Dolphins activated tight end Darren Waller and offensive lineman Austin Jackson off injured reserve on Saturday, one day before a home game against the New Orleans Saints.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Austin Jackson News / Pro Football Rumors / November 29

Dolphins get rare piece of good news with veteran right tackle's return

Jackson is now ready to return, though, as the team activated him on Saturday.

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Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / November 29

Dolphins shake up their roster ahead of Week 13 showdown with the Saints, officially bringing back two starters while risking two youngsters to waivers

The Miami Dolphins are officially up a pair of starters for the final six game stretch. There's plenty of pressure to win in South Florida as the Dolphins' head coach, Mike McDaniel, is coaching for his job along with the rest of his staff.

Darren Waller News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 29

Dolphins Activating TE Darren Waller From IR

Tom Pelissero reports that the Dolphins are activating TE Darren Waller for their upcoming matchup with the Saints. Waller, 33, is a former sixth-round pick of the Ravens.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / November 29

Which Dolphins Team Will Show Up on Sunday?

Which Dolphins Team Will Show Up on Sunday? With every game becoming more and more important — especially with the Miami Dolphins still somehow in the hunt for an AFC playoff spot — this week’s matchup against the Saints carries weight for several reasons.

Miami Dolphins News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 28

Reinforcements could be on way for the Dolphins in Week 13

The Miami Dolphins step into Week 13 needing a lift, and they might finally get one as they inches toward key reinforcements ahead of their matchup with the New Orleans Saints.

Tyreek Hill News / The SportsRush / November 28

Tyreek Hill Says He 'Needs To Go Home' Days After Endorsing ‘I Miss Chiefs’ On Instagram

Tyreek Hill suffered one of the ugliest injuries of the year back in Week 4. He’s been out ever since. And it seems like he’s not just “out” as in “ruled out for the season”, but “out” as in “he’s out in Miami.” He certainly seems like he’s moving on from the Miami Dolphins and onto something familiar.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / November 27

The Dolphins own surprising bragging rights over the rest of the NFL this offseason in one major resource — and it should help reshape Miami’s future

The Miami Dolphins are a franchise that lost their way in their most recent build. Amid the promise of adding established talent and the hope of a major breakthrough and a sudden turnaround, the Dolphins fell away from the lifeblood of every NFL roster — they stopped making draft picks and used them for expensive talent on mature contracts.

Mike McDaniel News / Pro Football Rumors / November 26

Is momentum building for Mike McDaniel to remain Dolphins HC?

Viewed as a lame duck as the Miami Dolphins cleaned house in the front office midway through this season, Mike McDaniel has responded by winning three games since the Chris Grier separation.

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Mike McDaniel News / Yardbarker / November 26