Dolphins vs. Patriots score: Live updates, results, game stats, highlights, TV, live stream for Week 18 game

The New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins are underway from Hard Rock Stadium. As these two division rivals wrap up the 2021 regular season, New England is looking to position itself for its looming playoff run. They are still alive in the AFC East race and could even climb to the No. 1 seed in the AFC if certain dominos fall in their favor elsewhere. That said, they’d also need a win against the Dolphins to have any shot of those things coming to fruition. 

Will the Patriots be able to put themselves in that position to climb in the standings or will the Dolphins play spoiler and end their season on a high note? We’re about to find out. As this game unfolds, be sure to hang out in our live blog of Sunday’s contest. Below, you’ll find instant analysis from our experts and real-time highlights of all the best plays. 

How to watch

Date: Sunday, Jan. 9 | Time: 4:25 p.m. ET
Location: Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens, Florida)
TV: CBS | Stream: Paramount+ (click here)
Follow: CBS Sports App
Odds: Patriots -6, O/U 40