When the Miami Dolphins needed a big play on Sunday, their defense delivered.

Again.

Minkah Fitzpatrick had a fumble recovery and an interception, helping Miami knock off Tyler Shough and the New Orleans Saints 21-17 for their third consecutive victory. The solid performance by the defense comes after the Dolphins shut down Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills three weeks ago, and got a game-sealing interception against the Washington Commanders in Spain the following week.

“I really appreciate how much this defense has been fighting,” Fitzpatrick said. “We obviously had a pretty rough start to the season. Even throughout our downs and our low periods, we were sticking together.”

De'Von Achane rushed for 134 yards and a touchdown for the Dolphins (5-7), who kept their slim playoffs hopes a

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