Dolphins extend win streak

Both teams were pushing 10 penalties apiece on Sunday, with the ultimate difference being a pair of ill-timed interceptions by quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick.

Jets linebacker Julian Stanford tackling a tight end on a clutch third-and-1, which earned him a pass interference penalty that helped seal the game in the process, did not help matters.

That was evident when the bruiser put up 111 yards on 24 carries with a touchdown against the Jets on Sunday.

Ajayi showed Sunday an ability to roll with the punches early in the game and counter a vicious Jets defensive front with some smart, efficient running.

The rapid firing and hiring of starters is always a hit or miss proposition in a new place, but it allowed Gase to find his ideal set of run blocking offensive linemen.

While it has not translated to the quarterback position — Ryan Tannehill was 17-of-28 for 149 yards and a touchdown on Sunday — it did show that Gase’s strengths as a play caller extend beyond the quarterback guru moniker.

Understanding that this team is built to run the football and complement with an assertive possession receiver like Jarvis Landry, Gase has Miami at 4-4 with an extremely winnable slate (Chargers, Rams, 49ers, Ravens) up ahead.