Bills 30, Dolphins 27 | Final score, stats to know + game highlights

Nov 3, 2024 at 9:06 PM
The highly anticipated AFC East matchup between the Buffalo Bills and the Miami Dolphins delivered a nail-biting spectacle that had fans on the edge of their seats. In a game that saw the lead change hands multiple times, the Bills ultimately emerged victorious, securing a hard-fought 30-27 win in overtime.

A Clash of Titans: Bills and Dolphins Battle for AFC East Supremacy

Kicking Off the Scoring

The game got off to a fast start, with the Bills striking first through a 40-yard field goal by Tyler Bass, giving them an early 3-0 lead. The Dolphins quickly responded, however, as Jason Sanders connected on a 39-yard field goal to tie the game at 3-3 by the end of the first quarter.

Dolphins Take the Lead

The second quarter saw the Dolphins take control of the game, with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa finding De'Von Achane for a 14-yard touchdown pass, putting Miami up 10-3. The Bills managed to cut the deficit before halftime, as Tyler Bass drilled a 49-yard field goal, making the score 10-6 at the break.

Bills Roar Back in the Third Quarter

The second half belonged to the Bills, as they came out of the locker room with a renewed sense of purpose. Josh Allen connected with Mack Hollins for a 1-yard touchdown pass, giving the Bills a 12-10 lead. However, the Dolphins responded with a 23-yard field goal from Jason Sanders, tying the game at 12-12. The Bills then took the lead for good, as Allen found Ray Davis for a 63-yard touchdown pass, followed by a successful two-point conversion, making the score 20-13 in favor of the Bills.

Achane Ties It Up

The Dolphins refused to go away, and with 12:20 remaining in the fourth quarter, De'Von Achane found the end zone on an 8-yard rushing touchdown, knotting the game at 20-20.

Bills Regain the Lead, but Dolphins Respond

The Bills retook the lead with 6:24 left in the game, as Allen found Quintin Morris for a 2-yard touchdown pass, making the score 27-20. However, the Dolphins refused to be denied, and Tua Tagovailoa connected with Jaylen Waddle for a 7-yard touchdown pass, tying the game at 27-27 with just 1:45 remaining.

Bass Delivers the Game-Winning Kick

With the game tied and time winding down, the Bills had one final chance to win the game. Tyler Bass stepped up and drilled a 61-yard field goal as time expired, giving the Bills a thrilling 30-27 victory over their division rivals.