January 2
Dolphins shut out Baltimore for first time in 97 games, 21-0, to win AFC title and gain berth in Super Bowl.

January 16
Dolphins lose to Dallas, 24-3, in Super Bowl VI.

February 1
Dolphins pick DT Mike Kadish, Notre Dame, as first round draft chioce.

April 14
Dolphins announce season ticket sales of 61,186, which eclipses all prior NFL records.

October 1
Dolphins end season ticket sale at 69,303, record.

October 15
Earl Morrall takes over for injured Bob Griese, finishes off San Diego victory for 5-0 record.

November 12
Don Shula becomes first NFL coach in history to record 100th career victory within 10 seasons as Dolphins crush New England, 52-0.

November 19
Dolphins clinch AFC East title second straight time wth 10-0 record; earliest title clinch of any club since realignment.

December 16
Dolphins become first club every to go 14-0 in regular season.

December 31
Bob Griese returns as Dolphins win American Conference title for second straight time, defeating Pittsburgh, 21-17.