2015 Miami Dolphins season

The 2015 season was the Miami Dolphins' 46th in the National Football League and their 50th overall. The Dolphins looked to improve on their 8–8 record from 2014 [Miami Dolphins season|2014] and return to the playoffs for the first time in seven seasons. However, Miami failed to clinch a playoff berth for the seventh consecutive season after a Week 14 loss to the New York Giants season|New York Giants].
The Dolphins entered 2015 with Joe Philbin as their head coach for a fourth season. After the team started 1−3, Philbin was fired by the Dolphins. Dan Campbell, the team's tight ends coach, served as the interim head coach for the remainder of the season and recorded a 5−7 record.
Highlights from the season include the Dolphins' first-ever victory over the Houston Texans season|Houston Texans], their first win over the Philadelphia Eagles season|Philadelphia Eagles] since 1999, and their first road win over the Washington Redskins season|Washington Redskins] since 1984.

2015 draft

Round	Selection	Player	Position	College
1	14	DeVante Parker	WR	Louisville
2	52	Jordan Phillips	DT	Oklahoma
4	114	Jamil Douglas	G	Arizona State
5	145	Bobby McCain	CB	Memphis
5	149	Jay Ajayi	RB	Boise State
5	150	Cedric Thompson	FS	Minnesota
5	156	Tony Lippett	CB	Michigan State

Notes

The Dolphins traded their second-round selection to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for Philadelphia's second-round and two fifth-round selections.
The Dolphins traded their third-round selection and linebacker Dannell Ellerbe to the New Orleans Saints in exchange for wide receiver Kenny Stills.
The Dolphins acquired an additional fifth-round selection in a trade that sent their seventh-round selection and wide receiver Mike Wallace to the Minnesota Vikings.
The Dolphins traded their original seventh-round selection to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for offensive tackle Bryant McKinnie during the season.

Regular season

Schedule

Note: Intra-division opponents are in bold text.

Game summaries

Week 1: at Washington Redskins

With the win, the Dolphins started 1-0 for the second straight year. This was the Dolphins' first road win over the Redskins since their 1984 Super Bowl season.

Week 2: at Jacksonville Jaguars

Jacksonville kicker Jason Myers would kick the game winning 28-yard field goal with under 2 minutes left to give the Jaguars the win.
With the loss, the Dolphins fell to 1–1.

Week 3: vs. Buffalo Bills

would be intercepted 3 times in this game, including a pick 6 by Preston Brown, and the Bills trounced Miami in their home opener 41–14.
With the embarrassing loss, the Dolphins fell to 1–2. This was also the worst home opening defeat in franchise history.

Week 4: vs. New York Jets

NFL International Series
The Dolphins were considered the home team in the season's first International Series game. They lost dropping them to 1-3 heading into their bye week. A day later, Head Coach Joe Philbin was fired following a 24–28 record with no postseason appearances. Tight Ends Coach Dan Campbell was his replacement serving as an Interim head coach.

Week 6: at Tennessee Titans

On a day in which Miami fans traveled well to seemingly outnumber Tennessee fans, the Dolphins would pick up their first win under Dan Campbell.
With the win, Miami improved to 2–3.

Week 7: vs. Houston Texans

The Dolphins thoroughly dominated the first half, scoring 6 touchdowns for a 41–0 halftime lead. With the win, the Miami Dolphins defeated the Houston Texans for the first time in franchise history. This was also the first time since 2003 that the Dolphins scored over 40 points in a game.

Week 8: at New England Patriots

The Dolphins travel to New England to take on the undefeated Patriots. The Dolphins looked to end the streak of the Super Bowl champions, but it was too late as Miami struggled offensively and defensively all game.
Cameron Wake left the game with an Achilles tear. The Dolphins later announced that he would miss the rest of the season. He finished the game with two tackles and a sack.

Week 9: at Buffalo Bills

With the loss, the Dolphins fell to 3-5 and were swept by Buffalo for the first time since 2013.

Week 10: at Philadelphia Eagles

The Dolphins would trail 16–3 at one point, but they would come back to beat Philadelphia. Near the end of the game, Reshad Jones intercepted Eagles backup quarterback Mark Sanchez to seal the game. This was the Dolphins' first win over the Eagles since 1999.
With the win, Miami improved to 4–5.

Week 11: vs. Dallas Cowboys

started this game for Dallas, and the Cowboys would snap their 7-game losing streak, while the Dolphins failed to get into any rhythm on offense or defense in the game. The Dolphins were also seeking a home win over the Cowboys for the first time since 1984. This game is known for being Romo's last win in the NFL.
With the tough loss, the Dolphins fell to 4–6.

Week 12: at New York Jets

With the loss, the Dolphins fell to 4–7.

Week 13: vs. Baltimore Ravens

With the win, Miami kept their slim playoff hopes alive, and improved to 5–7.

Week 14: vs. New York Giants

With the loss, the Dolphins fell to 5–8, and they were officially eliminated from playoff contention for the 7th straight year, a franchise record. They also fell to 0–4 all time against the Giants at home.

Week 15: at San Diego Chargers

With the loss, the Dolphins fell to 5–9 and they finished 3-5 on the road.

Week 16: vs. Indianapolis Colts

With the loss, the Dolphins fell to 5–10, and with Buffalo defeating Dallas the same day, they were assured last place in their division.

Week 17: vs. New England Patriots

With the stunning win, the Dolphins ended their 50th season at 6-10 and kept the Patriots from clinching home field advantage in the AFC Playoffs. Miami also finished 3-5 at home.