MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Mike McDaniel has a big week planned. There are some swing sets and playgrounds in his future for the next few days, since a bye week for the Miami Dolphins will afford him an opportunity to catch up on family time.

It just so happens the fun stuff is coming at a good moment for the Dolphins.

For the first time all year, the Dolphins are on a winning streak. A 16-13 overtime win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday in Madrid gave Miami back-to-back wins and pushed its record to 4-7 — far from optimal, yet a whole lot better than things looked at 1-6 and 2-7.

So, when McDaniel sees his team at work on Tuesday for the final time before a few days away, his message will be clear: Go reconnect with the family and get ready for the final six games that await.

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