The Miami Dolphins notched their first victory of the season on Sunday, upsetting the New York Jets 28-25 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. Miami, who entered the game 0-5, led 14-7 after the first quarter and 21-7 at half-time, before holding on through a late Jets rally in Week 7 of the NFL season.

How the game unfolded

The Dolphins scored 14 points in the opening quarter and added seven more in the second, while the Jets were kept scoreless in the second quarter. New York hit back with seven points in the third quarter and 11 in the fourth, but Miami's seven fourth-quarter points were enough to seal a three-point win in sunny conditions. Jets running back Breece Hall was officially inactive for the game, a blow to the home side's running game.

What it means

The win ends a miserable start for Miami, who had lost to the Raiders, 49ers, Chiefs, Vikings and Bengals before their Week 6 bye. The Dolphins now face the Patriots in Week 8, while the Jets must regroup after a defeat that will raise fresh questions about their season. For Miami, a first win at the seventh attempt gives a young squad something tangible to build on after five straight defeats to open the campaign.