NEXT OPPONENT: MIAMI (7-7)

The Dolphins' faint playoff hopes took a big blow with their 41-13 loss at New England on Sunday.

OPPONENT WEEK 15

Patriots 41, Dolphins 13

New England scored 24 points in the third quarter to pull away. Ryan Tannehill threw for 346 yards for Miami but had two interceptions and a fumble.

WHAT TO WATCH FOR

Mike Wallace, receiver

Wallace had five catches for 104 yards against the Patriots, giving him 62 receptions for 804 yards on the season.

OUTLOOK

The heat of South Florida might be a bit much for the banged-up Vikings against a desperate team. Outlook: Horns down