Dolphins vs Saints First quarter score: Saints 7 - Dolphins 3

The Miami Dolphins at New Orleans Saints Monday Night Football game has reached the end of the first period, with the Saints up 7-3.  The Saints scored on their opening drive, going 82 yards in 6 plays.  The Dolphins came back on their first possession to score on a field goal after a 9-play, 67-yard drive.

The Dolphins defense has stiffened since that first drive but the offense is struggling still.

Drew Brees finished the quarter 8-for-10 or 108 yards, a 111.7 passer rating.  Ryan Tannehill is 3-for-4 for the Dolphins, for 21 yards, an 86.5 passer rating.

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