The Miami Dolphins faced a critical setback with a 20-12 loss to the Houston Texans, diminishing their playoff hopes significantly.

Tua Tagovailoa struggled, throwing three interceptions, as the Dolphins fell to 6-8 on the season. Despite not being eliminated from playoff contention, they need to win their remaining games and rely on other teams losing.

The Texans improved to 9-5, maintaining their position in the AFC playoff race with strong performances from C.J. Stroud and Nico Collins.