| 1997 Miami Dolphins season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Jimmy Johnson |
| Results | |
| Record | 9–7 |
| Division place | 2nd AFC East |
| Playoff finish | Lost AFC Wild Card Playoff (at Patriots) 3-17 |
The 1997 Miami Dolphins season was the team's 32nd as a member of the National Football League. The Dolphins improved upon their previous season's output of 8–8, winning nine games. Seven of the team's sixteen games were decided by a field goal or less.