New England Patriots at Miami Dolphins: Week 8 Game Guide (2026)
New England Patriots at Miami Dolphins is New England's away game for Week 8 of the 2026 season on Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 1:25 PM PT at Hard Rock Stadium. Current status: New England 24, Miami Dolphins 19. This page keeps the confirmed game facts and any maintained preview or recap together at the same URL.
Game facts
Confirmed details for New England Patriots at Miami Dolphins. NFL scheduling details can change; this page omits unverified broadcast and game-day information.
- Matchup
- New England Patriots at Miami Dolphins
- Season and week
- 2026 · Week 8
- Date
- Pacific kickoff
- Venue
- Hard Rock Stadium
- Home/away
- New England away game
- Game status
- Final
- Final score
- New England 24, Miami Dolphins 19
Broadcast Information
- Kickoff
- 1:25 PM PT
- Local TV
- CBS
- Stream
- Miami Dolphins app · NFL+
CBS: Listed by the Dolphins’ official how-to-watch post for this game.
Miami Dolphins app: The Dolphins list the app as a viewing option for this game.
NFL+: Listed by the Dolphins, but NFL’s rules page says out-of-market Sunday afternoon games are not live on NFL+; it is not a substitute for live out-of-market Sunday viewing.
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Game Day Guide
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Patriots fans heading to Hard Rock Stadium should plan around the Dolphins’ current game-day timing: Fan Zone and parking gates open four hours before kickoff, stadium gates open two hours before kickoff, and parking cannot be bought on site. That makes pre-purchased parking and an early arrival the safest play for this Miami Gardens trip. Once inside, the stadium is cashless, uses digital tickets in a mobile wallet, and has a clear-bag policy. For fans staying in New England, the game is on CBS, and the Patriots fan-club registry has several strong recurring watch options in Boston, Everett, Northbridge, and Bellingham. View Game Day Guide
Patriots fans heading to Hard Rock Stadium should plan around the Dolphins’ current game-day timing: Fan Zone and parking gates open four hours before kickoff, stadium gates open two hours before kickoff, and parking cannot be bought on site. That makes pre-purchased parking and an early arrival the safest play for this Miami Gardens trip. Once inside, the stadium is cashless, uses digital tickets in a mobile wallet, and has a clear-bag policy. For fans staying in New England, the game is on CBS, and the Patriots fan-club registry has several strong recurring watch options in Boston, Everett, Northbridge, and Bellingham.
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Kickoff and TV window
This Patriots-at-Dolphins game is scheduled for Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 4:25 p.m. ET and is listed for CBS. Use that as the anchor for travel, parking and watch plans.
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General guidance: Do not count on buying parking at the stadium
The Dolphins say parking must be pre-purchased and is not sold on-site on game day. If you are driving, secure a pass before you leave New England or plan another arrival method.
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General guidance: Digital tickets and mobile-wallet entry
All tickets are digital and should be loaded into a mobile wallet. Screenshots are not permitted, so make sure the ticket is ready in the Dolphins app before you reach the gate.
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Game-specific theme
The Dolphins’ game center labels Week 8 as Football United presented by Truist. That is a matchup-specific event note, not a separate arrival requirement.
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Getting There
Pre-purchased stadium parking
Best for drivers who want the most direct arrival and exit plan.
The Dolphins say parking gates open four hours before kickoff, parking must be pre-purchased, and there is no on-site parking sale on game day. Use the Dolphins app and arrive early if you are driving into Miami Gardens.
Transportation detailsRideshare pickup and drop-off
Best for fans who want to avoid driving and postgame parking-lot traffic.
Official guidance identifies a rideshare pickup/drop-off area at Lot 22 on 27 Avenue south of Walmart, while the parking-map guidance also lists Gate 4 at Dan Marino Blvd/199 Street. Because the official pages do not match exactly, check the Dolphins app or parking page before you leave.
Transportation detailsGEICO HRS Express shuttles
Useful if you are willing to park or connect off-site and want a postgame return option with less congestion.
The Dolphins’ transportation announcement says the complimentary, climate-conditioned GEICO HRS Express drops fans at the NW Corner of the stadium and returns riders after the game to Lot 70 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel or Lot 95 at the Golden Glades Parking Garage for rideshare connections.
Transportation detailsMiami-Dade Metrobus Route 297 / 27th Avenue Orange MAX
Best for fans coming by transit or connecting from the rail/bus network.
Miami-Dade says Route 297 serves Dolphin Stadium and includes stops at NW 27 Avenue/211 Street and NW 37 Avenue/211 Street. The county’s older advisory says the route runs two hours before and after each game, with the first bus arriving two hours before kickoff and southbound service after the game back toward Earlington Heights.
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Parking
Hard Rock Stadium pre-purchased parking
Parking gates open four hours before kickoff. The Dolphins say parking is pre-purchased only and is not available for purchase on site on game day.
Parking detailsCashless parking and postgame lot timing
The Dolphins’ FAQ says the stadium is cashless and parking lots close 1.5 hours after the game ends. That matters if you linger after the final whistle or wait out traffic.
Parking detailsRideshare lot guidance
The team’s official pages place rideshare activity at Lot 22 on 27 Avenue and also identify Gate 4 at Dan Marino Blvd/199 Street as the designated rideshare location on the parking map. Treat that as a current official discrepancy and verify before arrival.
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Game Day Timeline
Typical: Four hours before kickoff
Fan Zone opens
The Dolphins say the Fan Zone opens four hours before kickoff and includes food trucks, water, seating, shade and family photo opportunities.
Typical: Four hours before kickoff
Parking gates open
Parking gates open four hours before kickoff. Drivers should be in position early because parking is pre-purchased only.
Typical: Two hours before kickoff
Stadium gates open
Stadium gates open two hours before kickoff. The Dolphins also say the easiest entry is the gate closest to your seating area.
2026-11-01 4:25 p.m. ET
Kickoff
The official game center and schedule list Patriots at Dolphins for 4:25 p.m. ET.
Watch Parties
Viewing option: The Greatest Bar
Location: Boston
Starts: Check venue for this game
Patriots fan-club registry listing for a Boston Patriots bar with multiple floors, wall-to-wall TVs and a game-day setup built for watch parties. A good recurring option for fans staying in the city.
Event detailsViewing option: Patriots Winners Club at Winners Sports Bar & Grill
Location: 361 Ferry Street, Everett
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Recurring Patriots game-day club with audio on every game, according to the fan-club registry. Useful for North Shore and Greater Boston fans who want a regular watch group.
Event detailsViewing option: American Legion Post 343
Location: Northbridge
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Fan-club listing says the group watches every game and offers drink specials, food and giveaways. A practical Central Mass watch option.
Event detailsSpecials
- Drink specials
- Food
- Giveaways
Viewing option: Big Pats Pavilion
Location: Bellingham
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Registry listing built for gathering during football season to watch and support the Patriots, with a large indoor screen, outdoor TV and BBQ/firepit setup.
Event detailsSpecials
- Large indoor screen
- Outdoor TV
- BBQ/firepit setup
Stadium Tips
Load your ticket before you leave
Tickets are digital, screenshots are not permitted, and the Dolphins want fans to use the mobile wallet and team app for tickets, parking and maps.
Official informationExpect a clear-bag, cashless, smoke-free building
The stadium uses a clear-bag policy, is cashless and is non-smoking/smoke-free. Pack accordingly and do not plan on paying with cash inside.
Official informationUse the gate closest to your seat
The Dolphins say the most convenient entry is the gate nearest your seating designation. That is normal venue guidance, not a special game-specific entrance plan.
Official informationPlan your exit before the game starts
The Dolphins’ transportation guidance is built around avoiding congestion, and the FAQ says parking lots close 1.5 hours after the game ends. If you are driving or using rideshare, line up your return plan early.
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Final
Final score and recap
New England Patriots 24, Miami Dolphins 19
The New England Patriots defeated the Miami Dolphins 24-19 on November 1, 2026, turning a 10-point halftime deficit into a five-point Week 8 victory. The quarter-by-quarter scoring provides the clearest outline: the teams were tied 3-3 after the first quarter, Miami scored all 10 points in the second, and New England answered with a 14-0 third quarter before outscoring the Dolphins 7-6 in the fourth. That gave the Patriots a 21-6 advantage after halftime and the road win. Quarterback Drake Maye delivered the central offensive performance. He completed 16 of 20 passes for 199 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions, averaging 10 yards per attempt and finishing with a 141.5 passer rating. He also supplied New England’s only rushing touchdown. Miami sacked him three times for 17 yards, but the Patriots’ passing game still produced touchdowns without giving away an interception. Maye did fumble once, although he was not charged with losing it. The biggest receiving production came from DeMario Douglas, who caught all three of his targets for 76 yards and a touchdown. His 25.3 yards per reception and 48-yard long gain were both the best figures among New England’s listed receivers. Kyle Williams turned his only target into a 43-yard touchdown, meaning Douglas and Williams accounted for Maye’s two scoring passes. Hunter Henry added three catches for 30 yards, including a 20-yard reception. New England also had enough rushing production to keep the offense from depending entirely on explosive passes. Rhamondre Stevenson carried 19 times for 82 yards, an average of 4.3 per attempt, while catching three passes for eight yards. Corey Kiner added 38 yards on seven carries, including a 20-yard run. Maye’s rushing average was only 0.6 yards on eight attempts, but one of those attempts produced a touchdown. One concern within an otherwise efficient offensive showing was Efton Chism III losing a fumble after making five catches for 37 yards. The Patriots’ defense countered Miami’s passing production with pressure and a takeaway. Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis completed 21 of 32 passes for 211 yards and two touchdowns, but he threw one interception and took five sacks for 16 lost yards. Kevin Byard recorded New England’s interception while also making seven tackles and defending a pass. The sack production was spread across the front and second level: Cory Durden and rookie Gabe Jacas each had 1.5, with Durden adding three quarterback hits and two tackles for loss. Christian Elliss contributed nine tackles, half a sack, two tackles for loss and a quarterback hit. Christian Barmore, Elijah Ponder and Jaylen Reed also posted half a sack apiece. That collective pressure stands out because Miami still found some passing success: Malik Washington caught five passes for 40 yards and a touchdown, while Kevin Coleman Jr. had three receptions for 46 yards and the other score. On the ground, Ollie Gordon II carried 19 times for 69 yards, averaging 3.6 per attempt. Special teams were mixed for both sides. Andy Borregales made one of two field-goal attempts, converting from 34 yards, and made all three extra points for six total points. Mitch Wishnowsky averaged 45.7 yards on three punts, placed two inside the 20 and had a long of 55 yards. Marcus Jones returned three punts for 35 yards, including a 26-yard return. Miami received substantial kickoff-return production from Jaylen Wright, who totaled 142 yards on five returns with a long of 43. The most useful takeaway for New England is the combination of Maye’s passing efficiency and the defense’s pressure. The Patriots overcame a 13-3 halftime score by winning the third quarter 14-0, then added seven points while allowing six in the fourth. The available record does not identify individual drives or a single decisive play, but the box score shows a clean passing line, three offensive touchdowns from Maye and five defensive sacks. Those contributions were enough to turn the game’s scoring profile in New England’s favor and secure the 24-19 result.
- Drake Maye completed 16 of 20 passes for 199 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions, while adding New England’s rushing touchdown.
- New England erased a 13-3 halftime deficit by outscoring Miami 14-0 in the third quarter and 21-6 across the second half.
- The Patriots recorded five sacks of Malik Willis, and Kevin Byard intercepted him while contributing seven tackles and one pass defended.
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