The 2003 Miami Dolphins enjoyed a highly competitive season, finishing with a strong 10-6 record and securing their seventh consecutive winning season. Led by head coach Dave Wannstedt and a stifling defense that ranked third in the league for fewest points allowed, the team featured standout performances from stars like Ricky Williams and five Pro Bowlers. Highlights included a dominant 40-21 Thanksgiving Day victory over the Dallas Cowboys and a season-ending winning streak that underscored the team's resilience. The 2004 Miami Dolphins season was a challenging transitional year that saw a 4-12 finish and the mid-season resignation of head coach Dave Wannstedt. Despite the difficult record, the season was highlighted by a legendary Monday Night Football upset of the defending champion New England Patriots, known as "The Night That Courage Wore Orange," and standout Pro Bowl performances from Jason Taylor 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.