Here is a good article about the run defense by the Hearld. Running rings around opposition Dolphins' run defense excels minus Gardener
Daryl who?
Daryl who?
one of the biggest reasons for Miami's fast start is the way the Dolphins are stopping opposing running backs. Last season, the Dolphins yielded 111 yards per game on the ground. So far this year, that number is down to 82.
most of KCs yardage were gained by Trent Green scrambling - our pass rush or lack thereof lost that game amongst other heaviliy debated thingsOriginally posted by Beantown Bronco
As you can see, KC is the only good rushing team you've faced, and Miami allowed 122 yds on the ground against them. It's not a coincidence...
Originally posted by Beantown Bronco
Again, your rush defense has benefitted from their schedule:
Detroit - 31st ranked rushing attack
Indy - 17th
Jets - 30th
KC - 1st
New England - 22
As you can see, KC is the only good rushing team you've faced, and Miami allowed 122 yds on the ground against them. It's not a coincidence...