For the first time since 2021, the New England Patriots have qualified for the 2025 NFL Playoffs, as they currently hold an overall record of 13-3 before heading into their final regular season game against the Miami Dolphins.
With the AFC title still up for grabs, Mike Vrabel and his side will look forward to finishing their dream season with a strong performance against the Miami-based franchise, who will also look to cap off their season on a high despite losing out on a playoff spot this season.
The New England Patriots also released their injury report ahead of the regular-season finale against the Miami Dolphins, with several players already ruled out and others’ participation uncertain. Linebacker Harold Landry will not play due to a knee issue, while defensive lineman Khyiris Tonga is sidelined with a foot injury.
Guard Jared Wilson remains in concussion protocol and has not participated in practice, while linebacker Robert Spillane is dealing with an ankle injury, with both players confirmed to be out of this encounter.
Keeping the aforementioned injuries in check, this is how the Patriots are slated to line up against the Dolphins.
| Position | Starter | |
| QB | Drake Maye | |
| RB | TreVeyon Henderson | |
| WR | Stefon Diggs | |
| WR | Kayshon Boutte | |
| WR | Kyle Williams | |
| TE | Hunter Henry | |
| FB | Jack Westover | |
| LT | Will Campbell | |
| LG | Ben Brown | |
| C | Garrett Bradbury | |
| RG | Mike Onwenu | |
| RT | Morgan Moses | |
| LDE | Christian Barmore | |
| NT | Eric Gregory | |
| RDE | Milton Williams | |
| WLB | Elijah Ponder | |
| LILB | Jack Gibbens | |
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| SLB | K’Lavon Chaisson | |
| LCB | Carlton Davis III | |
| FS | Craig Woodson | |
| RCB | Christian Gonzalez | |
| NB | Marcus Jones |
| SS | Jaylinn Hawkins |
The likes of Jack Westover and Charles Woods are navigating through ankle and foot injuries, respectively, and both players are listed as questionable for the regular season finale.
Patriots Holds 33% Chance As They Hunt For AFC No. 1 Spot
The New England Patriots enter the final week of the regular season with a 13–3 record and have already locked up a playoff spot. Their remaining matchup comes against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, a game that still carries major postseason implications.
New England can clinch the AFC’s No. 1 seed by defeating the Dolphins while also getting help if the Denver Broncos lose to the Los Angeles Chargers.
According to The Athletic, the Patriots currently hold a 33% chance of finishing with the top seed in the conference.
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