The Miami Dolphins faced a challenging matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving Day, looking to secure a statement win. However, they were unable to overcome an early deficit, ultimately losing the game with a final score of 30-17. This defeat dropped the Dolphins' record to 5-7 for the season, exacerbating their struggles against top-tier teams.

The Dolphins fell behind 24-3 at halftime, as the Packers showcased their offensive prowess with a total of 389 yards. Quarterback Jordan Love completed 21 of 27 passes for 274 yards and two touchdowns. Additionally, running back Josh Jacobs contributed with a rushing touchdown, while wide receiver Jayden Reed recorded two receiving touchdowns. Kicker Brandon McManus had a perfect day, making all three of his field goal attempts, with a long of 46 yards. On the other side, Miami generated 345 offensive yards, primarily through the air. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa performed admirably, completing 32 of 40 passes for 330 yards and two touchdowns, though he did face significant pressure, taking five sacks during the game.

While Miami showed resilience in the second half, making the game somewhat competitive, the deficit established in the first half proved insurmountable. Critics on social media expressed frustration regarding Tagovailoa's performance, particularly in the first half, while others pointed to the team's recurring troubles in colder weather against strong opponents. Despite Miami's struggles, it is essential to recognize that the team's inability to compete with high-caliber teams has been a recurring theme under head coach Mike McDaniel. The Dolphins now find themselves needing to revitalize their strategy if they hope to secure a playoff berth, as they are currently two games behind the Denver Broncos for the final Wild Card spot in the AFC.