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Around the NFL: What Happened While the Miami Dolphins Were on Their Bye Week?

The Miami Dolphins were on their bye week, but the NFL action continued. We recap the biggest results, storylines, and developments around the league.

By Brian Marr · Dolphins Talk

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 12:08 PM

Key Things to Know

Brian Marr analyzes how Week 6 NFL outcomes and draft positioning impact the Miami Dolphins during their bye week.
The New England Patriots defeated the New York Jets 26-19, with Drake Maye passing for 235 yards and three touchdowns.
The Buffalo Bills improved to 5-1 by defeating the Las Vegas Raiders 33-30.

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Writer Brian Marr reviews key NFL results during the Miami Dolphins' bye week, analyzing how divisional games and draft order races affect Miami. In the AFC East, the New England Patriots defeated the New York Jets 26-19 behind Drake Maye's three touchdowns, while the Buffalo Bills moved to 5-1 after edging out the Las Vegas Raiders 33-30.

Elsewhere, the Tennessee Titans overcame a 13-0 deficit to upset the Indianapolis Colts 26-13, leading Indianapolis to fire general manager Chris Ballard. Marr highlights that the Los Angeles Chargers, coached by former Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel, fell to 0-6 alongside Miami in the race for the top draft pick.

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