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Patriots Edge Dolphins After Back-to-Back Return TDs by Malik Washington and Antonio Gibson

The rare exchange punctuated Miami's 0-2 start entering a short week against Buffalo.

Overview

  • Malik Washington’s 74-yard punt return put Miami ahead 27-23 with 7:18 left in the fourth quarter.
  • On the ensuing kickoff, Antonio Gibson returned it 90 yards for New England to immediately take back the lead.
  • CBS Sports Research says it is only the second time a punt return touchdown was followed immediately by a kickoff return touchdown, last seen in 1992 with Desmond Howard and Deion Sanders.
  • Washington finished with 147 all-purpose yards in the Dolphins’ 33-27 loss, which dropped Miami to 0-2.
  • Tyreek Hill praised Washington’s work and burst, and Washington credited his return unit as the Dolphins turn to a Thursday night game against Buffalo.