| 2022 Miami Dolphins season | |
|---|---|
| Owner | Stephen M. Ross |
| General manager | Chris Grier |
| Head coach | Mike McDaniel |
| Home field | Hard Rock Stadium |
| Local radio | WQAM |
| Results | |
| Record | 9–8 |
| Division place | 2nd AFC East |
| Playoff finish | Lost Wild Card Playoffs (at Bills) 31–34 |
| Pro Bowlers | 4 |
| AP All-Pros | WR Tyreek Hill (1st team) |
| Uniform | |
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The 2022 season was the Miami Dolphins' 53rd in the National Football League (NFL), their 57th overall, the first under new head coach Mike McDaniel, and seventh under general manager Chris Grier. It also set out with the acquisition of 3x All-Pro receiver Tyreek Hill, who joined Jaylen Waddle as Tua Tagovailoa's receiving duo after breaking contract talks with the Chiefs and being traded in March.[1]
The Dolphins made the playoffs for the first time since 2016, finishing with three straight winning seasons for the first time since the 2001–2003 seasons. With an 8–3 record by Week 12, the Dolphins had their best start since the 2001 season. However, despite starting the season 8–3, the Dolphins suffered a late-season collapse, losing five straight games. It was marred by several concussions sustained by Tagovailoa that brought into question the teams' handling of concussion protocol and caused him to miss or leave six games.[2] They ultimately won their final regular-season game over the New York Jets to secure another winning season, matching their 9–8 record from the previous year, and made it into the playoffs for the first time since 2016.[3] The Dolphins attempted to get their first playoff win since 2000 with third-string quarterback Skylar Thompson replacing Tagovailoa. Despite a late rally, Miami fell to division rival Buffalo, 34–31.
Some notable moments from the regular season include Miami's first win over Buffalo and Detroit since the 2018 and 2006 seasons, respectively, their first away win over Baltimore since 1997, and their first loss at home to Minnesota since 1976. They were also part of the “Butt Punt” which became a meme on social media.[4]
- ^ "Chiefs trade Tyreek Hill to Dolphins: Who are the biggest winners and losers?". NFL.com. Retrieved August 6, 2023.
- ^ "Tua Tagovailoa in concussion protocol three months after head injury". December 26, 2022. Retrieved August 6, 2023.
- ^ "Dolphins earn first postseason berth since 2016". ESPN.com. January 8, 2023. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
- ^ "Amazing Photo of Dolphins' Butt Punt Goes Viral on Social Media | Sports Illustrated". www.si.com. Retrieved January 8, 2023.