Miami Dolphins at New York Jets 30 to 14
Sunday, October 24, 1971, Week 6The Miami Dolphins played the New York Jets in New York City on Sunday, October 24, 1971, Week 6 of the 1971 season. The Dolphins won by a score of 30-14. The Dolphins ran for the most rushing yards in a game during the 1971 season with 302 yards. The Jets and the Dolphins split the season series for the 1971 season, each winning one game.
Miami Dolphins offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 361 | 59 | 302 | 0 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Don Shula Wide Receivers Coach: Howard Schnellenberger Offensive Line Coach: Monte Clark Offensive Backs Coach: Carl Taseff Offensive Assistant Coach: Howard Schnellenberger Defensive Line Coach: Mike Scarry Linebackers Coach: Bill Arnsparger Defensive Backs Coach: Tom Keane Defensive Assistant Coach: Bill Arnsparger
New York Jets offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 233 | 101 | 132 | 1 | 16 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Weeb Ewbank Wide Receivers Coach: Ken Meyer Offensive Line Coach: Clarence T. Hewgley, Jr. Defensive Line Coach: Buddy Ryan Scout: Ed Biles