The once potent Miami Dolphins continued their rebound Sunday, leaning on defense to edge the New Orleans Saints for their fourth win in five games.

The Miami Dolphins beat the New Orleans Saints 21-17 as De'Von Achane joined Dolphins greats including Larry Csonka with 1,000 yards through 12 games.

Dolphins running back De’Von Achane surpassed 1,000 rushing yards in a season for the first time in his three-year career. Achane entered Sunday with 900 yards on the season, and he eclipsed 100 for the game to put him over 1,000 for the season with 9-yard gain early in the fourth quarter.

The New Orleans Saints vs. the Miami Dolphins wasn't considered one of the most attractive games of Week 13 of the 2025 NFL season. However, the two teams entered the field with a strong desire to beat each other.

Hill remains sidelined and continues to recover from a dislocated knee and multiple torn ligaments, including his ACL, which he suffered against the New York Jets. As for the Dolphins, they have shown intent to compete in recent weeks following a sluggish start to the season.

Miami Dolphins kicker Riley Patterson converts a 29-yard field goal to extend the Miami Dolphins lead over the New Orleans Saints to 13-0.

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Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle is off to a slow start in the Week 13 game against the New Orleans Saints. Here's a closer look at what's going on.