The Bills, coming off a thrilling victory against the Kansas City Chiefs, had defeated the Miami Dolphins seven times in a row.
The Dolphins entered the game 2-7 in the midst of one of the worst seasons in franchise history.
The result?
A nearly dominant 30-13 Dolphins victory at Hard Rock Stadium.
See for yourself.
Miami Dolphins linebacker Bradley Chubb (2) makes his way on the field before playing against the Buffalo Bills in their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins interim general manager Anthony “Champ” Kelly and head coach Mike McDaniel make their way on the field before their team plays against the Buffalo Bills in their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) runs on the field with his teammates before playing against the Buffalo Bills in their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel and General Manager Anthony "Champ" Kelly walk out of the tunnel prior to the NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday, November 9, 2025. PHOTO BY AL DIAZ adiaz@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington (6) catches a touchdown pass as Buffalo Bills safety Jordan Poyer (21) fails to stop him in the first half of their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) catches a touchdown pass as Buffalo Bills cornerback Maxwell Hairston (31) defends in the first half of an NFL football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday, November 9, 2025. PHOTO BY AL DIAZ adiaz@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins Malik Washington (6) celebrates with wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) in the endzone after Washington scores against the Buffalo Bills in the first half of an NFL football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday, November 9, 2025. PHOTO BY AL DIAZ adiaz@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) celebrates with head coach Mike McDaniel after Waddle catches a touchdown pass in the first half of an NFL football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday, November 9, 2025. PHOTO BY AL DIAZ adiaz@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (28) is tackled by Buffalo Bills safety Jordan Poyer (21) and cornerback Tre'Davious White (27) in the first half of their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins linebackers Jordyn Brooks (20) and Tyrel Dodson (25) react after a play against the Buffalo Bills in the first half of their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins linebackers Matthew Judon (8) and Tyrel Dodson (25) celebrate after a play against the Buffalo Bills in the first half of their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins fans show their support in the first half of an NFL football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday, November 9, 2025. PHOTO BY AL DIAZ adiaz@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel reacts in the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday, November 9, 2025. PHOTO BY AL DIAZ adiaz@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (29) trips up Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) for the sack in the second half of an NFL football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday, November 9, 2025. PHOTO BY AL DIAZ adiaz@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (28) scores as he breaks tackles by Buffalo Bills defenders in the second half of an NFL football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday, November 9, 2025. PHOTO BY AL DIAZ adiaz@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (28) scores a touchdown against the Buffalo Bills in the second half of their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) passes the ball in the second half of his NFL game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (28) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Buffalo Bills in the second half of their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks to pass in the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday, November 9, 2025. PHOTO BY AL DIAZ adiaz@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins cornerback JuJu Brents (32) tackles Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman (0) in the second half of their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (28) ceelbrates his touchdown while dancing in the endzone with Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) during the second half of an NFL football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday, November 9, 2025. PHOTO BY AL DIAZ adiaz@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins fans shjow their support after the Dolphins defeat the Buffalo Bills during an NFL football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday, November 9, 2025. PHOTO BY AL DIAZ adiaz@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) hug after their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Dolphins defeated the Bills. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel and Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott shake hands after their NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@miamiherald.com
This story was originally published November 9, 2025 at 5:21 PM.
John Devine has worked with the Miami Herald since 1996. He has worked as a Broward sports editor, Broward news editor, assistant sports editor and deputy sports editor before he became executive sports editor in 2021.
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