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Dolphins' headsets went out, so Tyrel Dodson made call on defensive two-point conversion
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- Dodson proceeded to call the Dolphins' defense on the key two-point play after headset issues disrupted the normal call flow.
- The Dolphins’ decisive stop came on a Saints two-point try, pivoting the closing moment of the game.
- Mike McDaniel acknowledged Dodson’s preparation and leadership, describing a defense that believes in him.
- The late-game call demonstrated the impact of conviction over the exact play call for a successful stop.
- Dodson’s solo defensive call emerged as a turning point amid the headset malfunction that threatened coordination.
- The defense shifted from a rough start to a top-five unit in Weeks 8-13, underpinning the late turnaround.
- Fitzpatrick credited the defense’s cohesion and collective focus after a difficult season start.
- The Saints’ anxiety around the headset issue underscored how communication breakdowns can reshape critical moments.
- Dodson’s leadership on the field was framed as a model of readiness for a backup-laden defense under pressure.
- The win boosted the Dolphins to 5-7, giving them a four-point margin from the Saints in the final minutes.
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