Miami Dolphins Record Breaking 70 Point NFL Blitz

Miami Dolphins' dazzling offense dominated the Denver Broncos 70-20 in their eagerly awaited home opener, marking a historic victory

They became the second-highest scoring team in a regular-season game, just shy of the all-time record of 73 points set by the 1940 Chicago Bears

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Despite being on the cusp of breaking the record, the Dolphins chose to kneel instead of attempting a field goal in the fourth quarter

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Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa had an exceptional first half, completing all 16 of his passes for 206 yards and two touchdowns

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The game marked the fourth instance in NFL history, including playoffs, where a team scored at least 70 points, according to ESPN Stats & Info

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Running backs Raheem Mostert and De'Von Achané combined for eight touchdowns, shattering the franchise's scoring record by 15 points

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Achané rushed for a remarkable 203 yards on just 18 carries, while Mostert contributed 142 total yards

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Tagovailoa and other star players exited the game early in the fourth quarter, with Tagovailoa boasting four touchdown passes and completing 23 of 26 attempts

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The Dolphins' total offensive output of 726 yards set a franchise record for most yards in a single game

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This historic performance solidified the Miami Dolphins' place in NFL history, leaving a lasting mark on the league

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