The Miami Dolphins reverted to form as Lamar Jackson savoured a 28-6 victory on his return from injury for the Baltimore Ravens.
Just four days after a dominant 34-10 win in Atlanta, the Dolphins' familiar struggles resurfaced. They failed to recover from a 14-6 half-time deficit and slumped to 2-7 for the season.
The plane banner calling for coach Mike McDaniel's head did not appear this time, but fan frustration was palpable as the Dolphins unravelled in the second half.
The Dolphins were architects of their own downfall on a night when self-inflicted mistakes defined the outcome.
A red-zone turnover led to Baltimore's first touchdown, a collision between defenders allowed a second, and a false start stalled a promising drive.
Although Jackson was returning from injury, Miami did control the first half, holding the ball for nearly 19 minutes and outgaining Baltimore 226-108. Yet, they managed only two field goals from Riley Patterson.
Jackson capitalised on a fumble by Tahj Washington, connecting with Mark Andrews for two touchdowns.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) looks to throw against the Miami Dolphins during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
Image: Quarterback Lamar Jackson enjoyed a winning return from injury as the Baltimore Ravens beat the Miami Dolphins
A false start by Larry Borom forced a field goal attempt that Patterson missed wide right.
The Ravens sealed the win with two third-quarter touchdowns: a three-yard pass to Charlie Kolar and a nine-yard strike to Rashod Bateman.
Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel speaks during a press conference after an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
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"It sucks," McDaniel said. "I think it's a pretty consistent formula - fans enjoy winning. We have to do the work and do the right things for fans to enjoy the experience, and unfortunately, we didn't do that.
"It wasn't for lack of effort. We had the ability to take control like the last game. Unfortunately, in critical points of execution, we fell short."
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