The Miami Dolphins , enduring incessant criticism after an 0-2 start to the 2025-26 NFL season, had an opportunity to earn that elusive prime-time victory against Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. Any win was needed given the circumstances, but a Thursday Night Football triumph would have undoubtedly meant more to this franchise and fan base after years of flinching under the spotlight. Alas, missed opportunities once again befell the Fins, resulting in a 31-21 loss .
Dolphins defensive tackle Zach Sieler was directly responsible for one of those lost chances. He committed a brutal roughing the punter penalty with 10:20 remaining in the game, denying his team a shot at breaking a 21-21 tie. The Bills advanced 15 yards and took advantage of the new life Miami had given them, as Allen