The 2002 Miami Dolphins season was highlighted by the sensational performance of newly acquired running back Ricky Williams, who led the NFL with a franchise-record 1,853 rushing yards and earned Pro Bowl MVP honors. Under head coach Dave Wannstedt, the team finished with a strong 9-7 record and featured a dominant defense led by Jason Taylor, who topped the league with 18.5 sacks. Despite narrowly missing the playoffs, the season showcased elite talent with seven Pro Bowl selections and four First-team All-Pros, including Zach Thomas and Patrick Surtain. A 2017 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, Jason Taylor was a dominant defensive end for the Miami Dolphins who recorded 139.5 career sacks and earned the 2006 NFL Defensive Player of the Year award.