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Dolphins dominate 2nd half, top Patriots 33-20

Miami Dolphins running back Lamar Miller (26) runs the ball for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Miami Gardens, Fla., Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014. (AP PhotoLynne Sladky)
Miami Dolphins running back Lamar Miller (26) runs the ball for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Miami Gardens, Fla., Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014. (AP PhotoLynne Sladky) Miami Dolphins running back Lamar Miller (26) runs the ball for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Miami Gardens, Fla., Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014. (AP PhotoLynne Sladky)

By Associated Press 1 min read

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) – Knowshon Moreno rushed for 134 yards and a touchdown, Ryan Tannehill threw for two scores and the Miami Dolphins overpowered New England after halftime on the way to a 33-20 win over the Patriots on Sunday.

The Dolphins outscored New England 23-0 in the second half.

Tannehill had touchdown throws to Lamar Miller and Mike Wallace as Miami debuted a faster-paced offense. The Dolphins’ defense recorded four sacks – all in the second half – and recovered two fumbles.

Tom Brady threw a scoring pass to Rob Gronkowski, and Shane Vereen had a rushing touchdown for New England.

It was New England’s first loss in an opener since 2003, and marks the first time the Patriots will not be at least tied for the AFC East lead since Week 3 of 2012.