MIAMI – With a lot of accidents at essential positions and a lot of problems built in the activity, the Dolphins misplaced for the 3rd straight time, 24-16 to Minnesota.
Down by 6 factors and driving, Jaylen Waddle’s fumble late in the sport was a back breaker.
But it was just just one of many mistakes, from penalties to poor offensive line perform.
Now at 3-3 on the period, the Dolphins confront some must-wins to have a reasonable playoff probability with a challenging, late period plan looming.
QB Rotation
The major story is Tua Tagovailoa currently being cleared from concussion protocol and on keep track of to return next week towards Pittsburgh.
Rookie Skylar Thompson bought his initially NFL begin towards the Vikings.
He designed some fantastic performs but had to leave with a hand injury.
Teddy Bridgewater arrived on in reduction but it was way too minimal far too late.
It’s the third activity in a row the Dolphins experienced to use two quarterbacks. Ordinarily not a successful formulation in the NFL.
Protection Rises
Coming into the video game, the Dolphins defense experienced been battling with opponents rolling up massive yards and points.
They performed a marvelous activity against the Vikings, retaining the staff in the game although the offense struggled.
Despite at last breaking and offering up some significant plays late in the sport, the functionality was extremely encouraging.
Tyreek Stars
We already know this but … Tyreek Hill proved when once more why he is the one particular of the most explosive and dynamic players in the NFL.
He also is one of the most aggressive.
His playmaking potential coupled with his push and determination nearly willed the Dolphins back again into the direct versus Minnesota.
Injuries, Injuries, Injuries
It can be tough to even know exactly where to get started but we will test.
The quarterback problem has been nicely documented.
Both equally beginning offensive tackles had been also out.
The hope is that at minimum Austin Jackson can return future week.
At cornerback, Byron Jones even now has not played this period and each Nick Needham and Keon Crossen left this recreation with injuries.
The offensive line actually requires to get healthful and get much better.
An additional below-the-radar injuries subtraction was restricted close Durham Smythe.
Up Subsequent
Previous head mentor Brian Flores arrives to city with the having difficulties Steelers.
Flores is a defensive assistant on Mike Tomlin’s staff members.
Pittsburgh’s season went south early.
The Dolphins are determined for a acquire and will search to just take advantage.
Tua’s probable return will be a needed improve and deliver substantially drama in the buildup to the recreation.
