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Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks to pass against the Las Vegas Raiders during an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Las Vegas. The Miami Dolphins need a good game Sunday to ensure they get to keep playing, and that's especially true for Tua Tagovailoa. Coach Brian Flores has benched Tagovailoa twice in the fourth quarter, including last week at Las Vegas, when backup quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick helped Miami overcome a pair of deficits in the final 10 minutes. (AP Photo/David Becker)

Dolphins QB Tagovailoa will start at Bills - will he finish?

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Isaiah Ford, left, celebrates with quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick after defeating the Las Vegas Raiders in an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

Fitz will watch as Dolphins try to get him into the playoffs

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

Dolphins stun Raiders 26-25 to move step closer to playoffs

By JOSH DUBOW - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 18, 2020, file photo, Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard (25) celebrates with teammates after intercepting a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets in Miami Gardens, Fla. In one year the Dolphins have gone from worst to first in the NFL in points allowed, raising their playoff hopes. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)

In one year, Dolphins’ defense goes from worst to 1st in NFL

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah (91) and middle linebacker Kyle Van Noy (53) celebrate after sacking New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Dolphins discover ground game just in time for playoff push

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins running back Salvon Ahmed (26) runs for a two-point conversion during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Dolphins eliminate Patriots from playoff race with 22-12 win

By PAUL GEREFFI - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins running back Lynn Bowden (15) gestures during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Bowden had seven catches for 82 yards, both season highs that led the team. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

Rookie Bowden blossoms as multiple threat for Dolphins

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark (55) sacks Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1), during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Dolphins may need to win 2 of final 3 games for playoff spot

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) falls on the field after he was sacked by Miami Dolphins outside linebacker Jerome Baker (55), during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Frustrated Dolphins still in playoff race after loss to KC

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) does a back flip in the second half of an NFL game against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Hill ran for 48-yard scoring play which was was then called back on a holding penalty. The Chiefs defeated the Broncos, 22-16. (Tammy Ljungblad/The Kansas City Star via AP)

Blitz-happy Dolphins will try to slow Mahomes and Chiefs

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks to pass the football during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

Tua navigates bumps in the road, and no huddle helps

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks to pass the football during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

Tua throws for 296 yards as Dolphins beat Bengals 19-7

By PAUL GEREFFI - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores watches during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Denver. The Dolphins play against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, Dec. 6. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Over the hump? Dolphins are big favorites against Bengals

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard (25) points and runs with the ball after intercepting a pass from Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (not shown) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Howard leads the NFL this season with seven interceptions, and his shutdown skills have helped the Dolphins flummox foes with a blitz-happy scheme. (AP Photo/Doug Murray)

Dolphins’ X-factor is NFL interception leader Xavien Howard

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, center, celebrates a touchdown with Adam Shaheen, right, during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)

2 QBs and stingy defense have Dolphins in playoff contention

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, center, celebrates a touchdown with Adam Shaheen, right, during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)

Fitzpatrick, Dolphins keep Jets winless with 20-3 victory

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

New York Jets tight end Chris Herndon (89) celebrates with teammates after making a touchdown catch against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Jets ready for Dolphins, certain they’ll get win this season

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel (43) forces Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon (25) to fumble the football during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Gashed again: Dolphins still trying to shore up run defense

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) watches the final minutes from the sidelines during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

Dolphins’ Tagovailoa will try to bounce back from benching

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) throws under pressure from Miami Dolphins defensive end Zach Sieler during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Fangio’s patience with Lock pays off in big win for Broncos

By ARNIE STAPLETON - Associated Press