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Patriots receiver Wes Welker celebrated a first down reception in the fourth quarter that sealed the win for New England.
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Miami's Brandon Marshall hauled in a pass against Devin McCourty during the second quarter.
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Dane Fletcher, right, tied up Matt Moore during the first quarter.
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Tom Brady was under pressure from Dolphins linebacker Kevin Burnett during the first quarter.
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Patriots head coach Bill Belichick appeared to be searching for answers as his offense sputtered in the first half.
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Matt Moore and the Dolphins jumped out to a 17-0 lead at halftime.
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Shaun Ellis (left) and Brandon Deaderick sacked Miami quarterback Matt Moore for a 10-yard loss in the third quarter.
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Stevan Ridley broke past a group of Miami defenders for a seven-yard gain in the third quarter. He led the Patriots with 13 carries for 64 yards.
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The Patriots' Vince Wilfork celebrated after recovering a Matt Moore fumble in the third quarter.
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Wes Welker finished with 12 receptions for 138 yards and had seven rushing yards.
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Fans cheered New England's comeback in the second half. The Patriots will host the Buffalo Bills on New Year's Day.











