Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski leaves Dolphins free safety Michael Thomas in his wake as he heads into the end zone for a touchdown on the Patriot’s first drive of Thursday night’s game in Foxborough, Mass.

Patriots running back Dion Lewis evades Dolphins linebacker Jelani Jenkins. Lewis played a key role in New England’s offense, with six catches for 93 yards in the first half alone.

Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill chases a ball out of the end zone for a safety after a snap from center that he didn’t expect. The safety gave the Patriots a 9-0 lead in the second quarter.

The Patriots defense, including Chandler Jones (95), made it a tough night for Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill.

Tom Brady celebrates one of his two touchdown passes to wide receiver Julian Edelman in the second half of Thursday night’s romp over the Miami Dolphins.