Tyreek, Dolphins Saluted by Fans in Win vs. Browns with Tua Out Amid NFL Playoff Race

The Miami Dolphins' playoff hopes stayed alive on Sunday.

With a 20-3 win over the Cleveland Browns, the Dolphins avoided elimination to stay in the AFC postseason picture.

Tua Tagovailoa was inactive due to a hip injury, leading to backup Tyler Huntley starting against the Browns. Huntley finished 22-of-26 for 225 yards and a touchdown. He also rushed for a team-high 52 yards to go along with a second score.

Tyreek Hill was Huntley's top target, hauling in nine receptions for 105 yards.

Fans praised Hill for his performance after he was initially listed as questionable with a wrist injury.

Miami's defense also stepped up, keeping the Browns out of the end zone and limiting them to an average of just 3.6 yards per play. The Dolphins also forced two turnovers.

Fans were impressed with the overall team effort by Miami, as a loss would have put an end to its postseason chances.

For the Browns, Dorian Thompson-Robinson started at quarterback and struggled with his efficiency. Thompson-Robinson finished 24-of-47 for 170 yards and an interception.

After staying alive on Sunday, the Dolphins will need some help to clinch a playoff berth. Miami must defeat the New York Jets to close out the regular season while also requiring the Kansas City Chiefs to take down the Denver Broncos.

After sitting at 2-6 through their first eight games, the Dolphins still have a shot to make a postseason appearance in Week 18.