Lions, Dolphins trade successful fake punts in Week 9 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 8:31 PM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026

The Detroit Lions and Miami Dolphins are engaged in a competitive game, with both teams executing successful fake punts. Detroit's punter Jack Fox completed a pass to Tay Martin early in the second quarter on a 4th-and-7 situation. Miami responded later with punter Bradley Pinion connecting with Kaytron Allen for a first down on a 4th-and-3 play. Although both teams showcased creativity in their punting strategies, only the Dolphins converted their fake into points, setting up a field goal. The game continues as teams battle for supremacy in the ongoing match.
- •Lions and Dolphins have executed two successful fake punts.
- •Jack Fox completed a pass to Tay Martin for Detroit.
- •Bradley Pinion connected with Kaytron Allen for Miami.
- •The Dolphins turned their fake punt into a field goal.
- •The matchup is ongoing with further gameplay expected.
- 8:31 PMYahoo Sports — Lions and Dolphins are trading successful fake punts in Week 9
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