Dolphins try to salvage season against winless Jets

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Friction point: During the losing streak, frustrated fans have called for the firings of coach Mike McDaniel and general manager Chris Grier.

• Football analysts have questioned quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's performance. He has four interceptions this year.
• "I want to see anybody on the streets come and play quarterback," Tagovailoa said in response to criticism from former MVP quarterback Cam Newton.

Catch up quick: After a Week 1 blowout, the Dolphins have been competitive in their past two losses — including a 31-21 loss to the Buffalo Bills.

What we're watching: The Dolphins have had over a week to prepare for the Jets since their last game Sept. 19.

• To stop the bleeding and quiet the critics — at least for a few days — Miami needs to score a decisive win against New York, especially if starting quarterback Justin Fields doesn't suit up.

Flashback: Miami will hope to avoid their first 0-4 start since 2019.

• That year, they finished 5-11, per the Associated Press.

What they're saying: Dolphins edge rusher Jaelan Phillips told the Miami Herald that the team should take the season week by week and not be concerned with its record so early in the year.

• "Obviously it's a pressing issue — look, we need to start winning games — but it's not a death sentence for us, and it's not indicative of how the rest of the season is going to go."