You know that classic moment in a WWE or AEW match — when a wrestler looks beaten beyond recovery, pinned down after a devastating finishing move, the referee’s hand hits the mat once, twice… and then, somehow, the fighter kicks out, refusing to surrender?

That’s exactly how the Miami Dolphins played on Sunday, delivering a stunning 30-13 victory over the Buffalo Bills. After weeks of questions about their toughness, Miami dominated from start to finish, overpowering the reigning AFC East champions and proving that their 2025 season is far from over.

The win snapped Buffalo’s seven-game winning streak against Miami — a run that had included painful playoff defeats (2022) and crucial losses that cost the Dolphins division titles (2023). But this time, the Dolphins didn’t beat themselves. Instead, they forced Buffalo into costly mistakes, with three turnovers, two of them in key scoring positions.

While Miami still showed flashes of the inconsistency that has haunted them late in games, a commanding 16-0 halftime lead proved too much for Josh Allen and the Bills to overcome. Rookie sensation De’Von Achane sealed the deal with two spectacular fourth-quarter touchdown runs. The first came on a 59-yard sprint through a worn-down Buffalo defense after a fumble recovery. Minutes later, he struck again — this time, from 35 yards out — leaving defenders in the dust.

So what changed for Miami in this matchup that had haunted them for years under coach Mike McDaniel?

For one, the protection held firm. The Dolphins used an extra offensive lineman, sliding Daniel Brunskill in as a tight end to strengthen the line. That gave Tua Tagovailoa the time and space he needed to manage the game effectively. Even his two third-down interceptions essentially acted as long punts, flipping field position.

But the real difference came on the ground. Miami’s offensive line opened lanes that led to a season-high 197 rushing yards, with Achane accounting for 174 yards on 22 carries plus 51 receiving yards on six catches. It was a showcase of speed, power, and determination — a statement game for a young player and a reawakened team.

Miami’s first touchdown came on a perfectly placed 9-yard strike from Tagovailoa to Malik Washington, threading the ball between two defenders in the back of the end zone. From there, the Dolphins never looked back.

On Sunday, Miami didn’t just win a football game — they sent a message: the fight isn’t over yet.