MIAMI GARDENS — Things haven’t gone the way the Miami Dolphins (6-8) planned this season. The same is true for Sunday’s opponent, San Francisco (6-8), which is also dealing with massive disappointment. The storyline of the longtime friendship between Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel and 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan won’t be a focal point this year as it was in 2022 when these teams met. Rather, Sunday’s focal point will be which of these teams can win and keep hopes alive for a winning record. Things have changed. With that in mind, here are five things to look for in Sunday’s matchup: Motivation Playoff hopes are thin.