Tweet
Running game — BUFFALO: With Ronnie Brown out, the Dolphins turn to Jesse Chatman at running back. The Bills have a clear advantage here with Marshawn Lynch riding the momentum of his first career 100-yard game.
Passing game — BUFFALO: After his stellar outing against the Bengals, J.P. Losman has earned another start. Losman has killed the Dolphins in his career. Miami is going with Cleo Lemon, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see rookie John Beck if the former struggles.
Run defense — BUFFALO: The past five weeks have moved the Bills from the basement of the league’s rushing defense to 19th. Miami is 31st in the league against the rush and bears a striking similarity to Buffalo’s last opponent, Cincinnati.
Pass defense — BUFFALO: The Bengals are banged up in the secondary, with unproven Cameron Worrell and Jason Allen starting at safety. George Wilson has earned the starting job at free safety for Buffalo, a remarkable achievement for the former wide receiver.
Kicking game — BUFFALO: Brian Moorman will benefit from kicking in the warm weather. His game has been a bit off lately for the Bills. Kickers Jay Feely and Rian Lindell are about even, but the Bills almost always get the edge with Moorman in their corner.
Return game — BUFFALO: The Dolphins are dead last in kickoff coverage. In the past three games, the Dolphins have allowed a drive start at midfield or in their own territory eight times. In 2004, Terrence McGee returned a kick 108 yards for a touchdown against Miami, the longest of his career.
Coaching — BUFFALO: Cam Cameron’s decision to go with Lemon over Beck makes no sense. The Dolphins are 0-8 and going nowhere. Bills coach Dick Jauron’s silliness in naming a starting quarterback each week puts too much pressure on whoever plays.
Comment