Mike McDaniel made a gutsy call, and it has proven to be the correct one for the Dolphins

Had the Miami Dolphins been sellers at the trade deadline, nobody could blame them. The team was 2-6, and it was hard to predict a resurgence. That's why the front office considered sending interior defensive lineman Calais Campbell to the Baltimore Ravens for a 2026 fifth-round pick.

Yes, Campbell is still a productive player despite his age. At the same time, it was a solid compensation if you are thinking about the future. But head coach Mike McDaniel was aware of what this team could be. He nixed the deal, according to NFL Network's insider Ian Rapoport, and made it known that the veteran was too important for the roster on the field.

Now, that decision makes much more sense. Not only did the Dolphins beat the New England Patriots 34-15 on Sunday, they showed a convincing level of play.

Since the trade deadline, the Dolphins are now 3-0, with wins over the Los Angeles Rams, Las Vegas Raiders, and now Patriots. Those are not exactly big opponents, but the fact that the Dolphins proved to be a better team puts them in contention for an AFC wild card spot.