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Patriots Chase AFC No. 1 Seed Against Dolphins

1/2/2026

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The New England Patriots aim to secure the AFC No. 1 seed by beating the Miami Dolphins in the regular-season finale.
Hunter Henry and Christian Barmore returned to limited practice.
Kayshon Boutte fully participated after concussion protocol.
Outside linebacker Harold Landry and linebacker Robert Spillane remained sidelined.
A win would seal the No. 1 seed.

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Story summary

The New England Patriots aim to secure the AFC No. 1 seed by beating the Miami Dolphins in the regular-season finale.
Hunter Henry and Christian Barmore returned to limited practice.
Kayshon Boutte fully participated after concussion protocol.
Outside linebacker Harold Landry and linebacker Robert Spillane remained sidelined.
A win would seal the No. 1 seed.