Dolphins vs. Patriots live updates: NFL scores, game stats, news, highlights, where to watch Week 12 game

The Dolphins look to remain in the hunt for a wild card spot

The Miami Dolphins and New England Patriots have one half of their Week 12 matchup in the books. So far, it's been a Dolphins domination as they entered the locker room at halftime with a 24-0 lead. 

Miami's collection of skill position players have bee a key catalyst for them jumping out to this multi-score lead, but Tua Tagovailoa has been straw that stirs the drink. The Dolphins quarterback already is up to 247 yards through the air to go along with three passing scores while completing 20 of his 27 first-half pass attempts. Tight end Jonnu Smith and running back De'Von Achane have been two of Tagovailoa's top outlets and have been on the receiving end of his touchdown throws. Achane has 55 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns at the break. 

Meanwhile, it's been a nightmare start for New England. The offense has gone three-and-out on five of their six drives through the first two quarters and the lone drive that saw any sort of momentum ended with a missed 45-yard field goal from Joey Slye. 

So, will the Patriots find a way to rally in the second half or will the Dolphins continue to cruise and force themselves back into the playoff picture? We're about to find out. As this game unfolds, check out our live blog of this division rivalry. Below, you can find expert analysis and real-time highlights of all the top plays. 

Patriots vs. Dolphins where to watch

Date: Sunday, Nov. 24 | Time: 1 p.m. ET 
Location: Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens, Florida) 
TV: CBS | Live stream: Paramount+
Follow: CBS Sports App
Odds: Dolphins -7, O/U 46 (via DraftKings Sportsbook)

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:49 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

I expect to see a lot of quick game from the Dolphins here as an extension of the running game to help burn clock. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:48 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

The CBS cameras are showing Tua Tagovailoa asking for his helmet. Looks like he's coming back into the game with the Dolphins now leading by 16 points. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:46 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Jaylen Wright never was able to handle the hand-off from Skylar Thompson and Christian Gonzalez returns it 63 yards for a touchdown. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:45 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Skylar Thompson is in at quarterback for the Dolphins with this game firmly in their grasp. Miami is going to move to 5-6 on the year and inch closer to a playoff spot. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:33 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Per the CBS broadcast, Drake Maye's first 10 career touchdown passes have gone to 10 different receivers. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:29 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

What a tremendous throw by Drake Maye. On fourth-and-15, the rookie uncorks a 38-yard touchdown to Austin Hooper. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:28 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Drake Maye was a little slow to get up on a third-and-15 throw to Boutte. The rookie has been taking a beating today. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:17 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

It just keeps getting worse for the Patriots. Waddle was ready to burst and broke off a 23-yard touchdown to help give the Dolphins a 31-0 lead. Waddle has seven catches for 141 yards and that score. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:15 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Just an absolute disaster for the Patriots. Drake Maye almost immediately under siege, sacked, and fumbles the football. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:13 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Great catch by Douglas for 27 yards. Maybe the lone spark from New England today. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:07 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Patriots safety Kyle Dugger is slow to get up after being called for DPI while covering Jonnu Smith. Jogs off the field. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:02 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Not sure taking the ball out of Drake Maye's hands is the most optimal way to move offensively. Just one of the many head-scratching decisions by the Patriots coaching staff today. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 3:01 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

The Patriots are in pure desperation mode as that double-pass trick play fails miserably. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 2:57 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Even with all the struggles around him, Drake Maye continues to impress. He knew is was going to take a hit, but stood strong to complete the pass for a first down. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 2:55 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

That's the seventh penalty called today on the Patriots offensive line. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 2:50 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

The Patriots defense is showing some fight to begin the second half. Christian Barmore sacked Tua Tagovailoa to help force a three-and-out for the Dolphins. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 2:37 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

The Dolphins have now scored at least 23 points in all five games since Tua Tagovailoa has been back (h/t Adam Beasley)

[Nov 24, 2024 at 2:27 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Per the CBS Sports broadcast, Tua Tagovailoa has completed nine straight passes. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 2:26 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

With that 29-yard reception, Jaylen Waddle is up to 118 yards on six catches in this first half. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 2:23 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

That's the sixth penalty called on the Patriots today and the fourth on Vederian Lowe. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 2:22 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Hold the phone. The officials have reversed the fumble call and say that Drake Maye's arm was moving forward, ruling it incomplete. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 2:22 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Chop Robinson lays the wood down on Drake Maye and the ball pops free. The Dolphins recover and will have the ball deep in New England territory. This is getting ugly. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 2:18 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

For the second time today, De'Vone Achane is in the end zone. The Dolphins are throwing haymakers at the Patriots and lead 21-0 with just under two minutes to play in the half. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 2:13 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

Jaylen Waddle has five catches for 89 yards today. 

[Nov 24, 2024 at 2:12 pm ET · Tyler Sullivan]

To make matters worse for New England, the challenge is unsuccessful, so it's an impressive 19-yard catch by Waddle.