To use or not to use an apostrophe

FOUND ONLINE: After the Dolphins defense failed to stop the Buc’s with 1:50 left in the game, Petty took the field for the final drive.

This writer didn't use an apostrophe when he should have (Dolphins defense) and used an apostrophe (Buc's) when he shouldn't have.

After the Dolphins' defense failed to stop the Bucs with 1:50 left in the game, Petty took the field for the final drive.

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