Who has the edge? Dolphins vs. Bills, two AFC East foes going in different directions

The Miami Dolphins and the Buffalo Bills are set to face off in Week 10 of the NFL season at Hard Rock Stadium. The Dolphins, with a record of 2-7, are looking to pull off an upset against the Bills, who are currently sitting at 6-2. As the two teams prepare to take the field on Sunday afternoon, let’s take a closer look at how they match up in six key areas.

When it comes to the running game, the Dolphins have struggled this season. They are currently ranked 29th in the league in rushing yards per game, averaging just 96.7 yards on the ground. On the other hand, the Bills have been much more successful running the ball, ranking 12th in the league with an average of 122.4 rushing yards per game. If the Dolphins want to have any chance of pulling off an upset, they will need to find a way to establish the run early and often.

In the passing game, the Dolphins have also had their fair share of struggles. They rank 26th in the league in passing yards per game, averaging just 206.4 yards through the air. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has shown flashes of potential, but he has also had his fair share of rookie mistakes. On the other side, the Bills have one of the most potent passing attacks in the league, led by quarterback Josh Allen. Allen has thrown for 2,172 yards and 16 touchdowns so far this season, and he will be looking to exploit the Dolphins’ secondary on Sunday.

Defensively, the Dolphins have been solid against the pass, ranking 8th in the league in passing yards allowed per game. However, they have struggled against the run, ranking 26th in rushing yards allowed per game. The Bills, on the other hand, have been dominant on defense, ranking 4th in the league in total yards allowed per game. They have also been stingy against the run, ranking 10th in rushing yards allowed per game. The Dolphins will need to find a way to slow down the Bills’ high-powered offense if they want to have any chance of pulling off an upset.

Special teams could also play a key role in Sunday’s matchup. The Dolphins have struggled in the kicking game, with kicker Jason Sanders missing four field goals so far this season. The Bills, on the other hand, have one of the most reliable kickers in the league in Tyler Bass. Bass has made 16 of his 18 field goal attempts this season, including a long of 58 yards. The Dolphins will need to find a way to win the field position battle if they want to have any chance of pulling off an upset.

Coaching could also play a key role in Sunday’s matchup. The Dolphins are led by head coach Brian Flores, who has done an admirable job of keeping his team competitive despite their record. Flores is known for his aggressive defensive schemes, and he will need to dial up some creative blitz packages to put pressure on Josh Allen. On the other side, the Bills are led by head coach Sean McDermott, who has built one of the most well-rounded teams in the league. McDermott will need to keep his team focused and disciplined if they want to avoid a letdown against the struggling Dolphins.

Injuries could also play a key role in Sunday’s matchup. The Dolphins are dealing with several key injuries, including to wide receiver Preston Williams and cornerback Byron Jones. Williams has been placed on injured reserve with a foot injury, while Jones is questionable for Sunday’s game with a groin injury. The Bills, on the other hand, are relatively healthy heading into Sunday’s matchup. Wide receiver John Brown is questionable with a knee injury, but he is expected to play.

Overall, the Dolphins will have their work cut out for them on Sunday as they look to pull off an upset against the Bills. They will need to find a way to establish the run, limit Josh Allen’s effectiveness, and win the field position battle. If they can do all of that, they just might have a chance to shock the league and come away with a victory. However, the odds are certainly stacked against them, as the Bills are one of the top teams in the league and are looking to solidify their playoff positioning. It should be an exciting matchup between two AFC East rivals, and football fans will not want to miss a minute of the action.

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Source: Sun Sentinel