Black Friday is usually about finding discounts. This year, it was about watching football.
In the NFL’s first ever Black Friday game, the Miami Dolphins dismantled the New York Jets in a largely uncompetitive contest.
The AFC East leaders improve to 8-3 after the 34-13 win, while the Jets fall to 4-7 following their fourth straight loss.
Doubts persist regarding the Dolphins’ status as genuine Super Bowl contenders, largely fueled by their performance against specific opponents. In their first 11 games, Miami secured victories against teams with a .500 or lower record. While the Broncos (5-5) stand as the most formidable among them, other conquered teams include the Raiders (5-6), Chargers (4-6), Jets (4-7), Giants (3-8), Patriots twice (2-8), and Panthers (1-9). Conversely, the Dolphins’ three losses came at the hands of the Bills (6-5), Chiefs (7-3), and Eagles (9-1). Black Friday is usually
While prevailing over less formidable opponents is a commendable feat, questions loom until the Dolphins demonstrate their prowess against top-tier adversaries. The upcoming test against the Cowboys in Week 16 provides an opportunity to address these concerns. However, the following three weeks, facing the Commanders (4-8), Titans (3-7), and Jets (4-7), may not offer substantial insights.