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NFL Week 10 Game Preview: Dolphins at Packers

February 22, 2019 by Frederick Leave a Comment

Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers had big plans coming into this season. Aided by a third-place schedule for only the second time in the Rodgers era, they expected to run away with the NFC North.

But a knee injury to Rodgers, infighting between Rodgers and Mike McCarthy, and a really bad idea by a now ex-Packer turned their first half into a nightmare.

Even the Dolphins have a better record than the Packers, and they are playing without their starting quarterback. Adam Gase has his team in the AFC wild-card hunt despite a few key injuries and predictions of gloom.

You can’t really say the backup quarterback had much to do with last week’s 13-6 victory against the Jets. The only touchdown of the game was on a pick-six by the Dolphins defense on a muddy and ripped upfield.

But Brock Osweiler pulled off a big upset three weeks ago and put up a decent stat line in Week 8, too. Kenyan Drake shrugged off a slow start and kicked it into gear after the ageless Frank Gore showed him how to run behind the Miami front line.

Miami’s defense is the main reason they are a winning club, especially their pass defense. But can they keep it up against an angry Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay?

Injuries and notes

Ryan Tannehill threw a football this week but is not expected to start against the Packers.

Miami had two offensive tackles go down in the mud last week. Ja’Wuan James strained a patellar tendon and could miss a game. Larry Tonsil reports his injury is “nothing serious” and should play.

Green Bay put second-year wide receiver Geronimo Allison on injured reserve with a groin injury. Rookie Marquez Valdez-Scantling already saw more action than Randall Cobb last week, so we’ll call him the WR-2 going forward.

Offensive tackle Brian Bulaga got some limited practice time in and should suit up.

Green Bay cut Jermaine Whitehead after he got tossed from last week’s loss in New England for slapping a player in retaliation.

Green Bay could also be without cornerback Kevin King (hamstring) and linebacker Blake Martinez (high ankle sprain).

Coaching matchup

Mike McCarthy will see the man who hired him entered into the Packers Hall of Fame this week. If the Packers don’t turn this season around, McCarthy may be looking for another GM to hire him to come 2019.

But the Packers have an easier schedule on paper in the second half. In a very tight NFC North, they could easily make a run at the leaders and put McCarthy in the team’s Hall of Fame someday.

The future of Adam Gase and Ryan Tannehill is supposed to be linked. But if Gase can continue to win games with Osweiler at quarterback, one of them might be back in 2019 after all.

How to watch the Packers-Dolphins game

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Who will win the Packers-Dolphins game?

It has been a dreadful season so far for the Green Bay Packers, but at least they haven’t lost a home game yet. That trend will continue this week, despite the hype from Adam Gase and his upstart Dolphins.

Final score:

NFL Week 12 Game Preview: Dolphins at Colts

February 21, 2019 by Frederick Leave a Comment

Don’t look now, but the Indianapolis Colts just won their fourth game in a row. If the Texans weren’t on such a tear themselves, Frank Reich could be coaching the first-place team in Week 12.

As it is, the Colts came from out of nowhere to enter the playoff conversation. They are now one of five teams tied at 5-5 looking to capture the second AFC wild-card spot.

Indianapolis can bring that number to four teams by knocking off the Dolphins on Sunday. With an improved offensive line and a game plan that lets quarterback Andrew Luck get rid of the ball quicker, the Colts are legitimately better than recent years or even earlier this season.

Miami could see Ryan Tannehill back behind center this week. Brock Osweiler kept the Dolphins close enough to be a playoff contender, but the return of their starter should help the Dolphins’ confidence.

Coach Adam Gase continues to predict good things for his club. His enthusiasm is infectious and makes Miami a team no one can take lightly week to week.

The coming weeks could decide the future of both Tannehill and Gase in Miami. Beating a fellow wild-card contender would be a good start to a playoff run.

Injuries and notes:

Tannehill practiced all week and has been upgraded to probable. He and the Dolphins coaches would feel much more comfortable if left tackle LaremyTunsil beats his questionable status and lines up on Tannehill’s blindside.

Indianapolis center Ryan Kelly (knee-questionable) is probably the most serious injury for the Colts.

Tight end Eric Swoope (knee) and Ryan Hewitt (ankle) are both questionable; as are safety Malik Hooker (hip) and corner Nate Hairston (ankle).

Coaching matchup

Frank Reich could push Matt Nagy for rookie coach of the year honors if there was such a reward. Indianapolis is playing better on both sides of the ball each week. But it is Reich’s continuous changes to an offense affected by injuries that have fans excited. Coming off his Super Bowl magic with Nick Foles, Reich could be the best second-choice manager in history.

Adam Gase is hard to take seriously when he says his team can get past the injuries and issues that seem to plague the Dolphins each year. But here they are, in contention for a wild-card spot as he told us they would be. If he feels the pressure to hit his own expectations, it doesn’t show much in interviews or on the sidelines. Other than Davante Parker’s agent, it’s hard to find anyone in Miami who doesn’t appreciate the coach.

How to watch the Colts-Dolphins game

Fans around Florida and Indiana will watch this game thanks to CBS Sports. Most fans will watch the game as provided by over-priced satellite or cable companies. But truly savvy NFL fans will watch the live stream action via Sling TV.

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Who will win the Colts-Dolphins game?

Indianapolis is on a serious roll and playing in front of their home fans. Miami’s defense has had some moments this season, but it is hard to see Andrew Luck being slowed enough to matter or for Ryan Tannehill moving the Dolphins offense enough to keep up.

Final score:

NFL Week 17 GamePreview: Dolphins at Bills

February 17, 2019 by Frederick Leave a Comment

Adam Gase kept his battered Dolphins team in the running for an AFC playoff spot through 15 weeks, but his offense fell flat against a surprising Jaguars defense and wound up suffering an embarrassing 17-7 loss in front of their home fans.

Jacksonville looked like it wasn’t even trying the past couple of weeks, but their defense came out on the attack and wouldn’t let their weak offense lose the game.

Gase could barely hide his disappointment afterward, trying not to throw his quarterback, Ryan Tannehill, under the bus, but admitting he would have liked to see his passer make better decisions and control the game more.

Tannehill had a lot on the line, too, as this might have been his last chance to prove he can be a franchise quarterback for Miami. He made some terrible decisions and played with happy feet for much of the game. The effort could turn him into someone else’s backup quarterback in 2019.

Fans in Northern Florida were happy to see signs of life in their Jaguars team. In a week that included rumors of a coaching change and discussions of the players’ lack of discipline, at least the defense took enough offense to play hard in a game that meant nothing for the Jacksonville franchise.

Injuries and notes

Buffalo put Marcus Murphy on injured reserve and Chris Ivory (shoulder) could join him. LeSean McCoy will share carries with undrafted rookie Keith Ford. The Bills declared McCoy was part of their rebuilding plans when explaining why he wasn’t traded earlier this season. Injuries, ineffectiveness, and an incident that led coach Sean McDermott to start Ford over McCoy last week might change that equation.

Deonte Thompson, the only Buffalo wide receiver not in his rookie or second year, is questionable.

Miami cornerback Xavien Howard and safety TJ McDonald could both miss the season finale.

Coaching matchup

Sean McDermott took advantage of a lost season by giving some young skill players a chance to experience real-game play. How that translates in 2019 is anybody’s guess, but it will help shape his draft strategy. There is no doubt McDermott will be at the helm. Buffalo with an offensive line and average offense could return to the playoff picture soon.

Adam Gase’ disappointment last week might be his realization that his offense’ flat performance could seal his fate in Miami. Tannehill and Gase got a mulligan on the 2017 season due to the quarterback’s injury. Miami ownership is not necessarily going to be as patient after this season.

How to watch the Bills-Dolphins game

You can watch the Bills and Dolphins’ season finale for free with Fubo TV. CBS Sports will send the live stream signal of this game to its local affiliates and providers, including internet TV providers like Fubo TV.

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Who will win the Bills-Dolphins game?

This game is meaningless as far as the standings and playoffs go. But McDermott has his youngsters playing hard. With a home crowd cheering them on, the Bills will take care of business on Sunday.

Final score: Bills 23, Dolphins 13