Patriots – Dolphins, Who Has the Razor’s Edge? Key Matchups
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Prediction:
Thursday football games are always a wildcard. While the league loves them, they generally provide the sloppiest games of the week. With little time to recover from Sunday’s games and less time to prepare, the product is usually of the poorer quality.
While the home team generally has the advantage in these contests, don’t discount the tough physical game that the Patriots had to endure against the Jets. Miami on the other hand cruised in the second half after going out to a 41-0 lead.
Campbell has simplified the Dolphins’ game plan and has relied on the players to execute for their success and it has worked to a tee thus far. But New England isn’t Tennessee or Houston so what happens if the opponent gets out ahead early, will they be able to adjust quickly enough?
This one will come down to the Patriots (read Brady) ability to attack the middle of the field and take advantage of the Dolphins linebackers with Gronkowski. It will require getting him involved early and getting off to a quick start. Miami’s pass rush with a lead can be devastating as we saw in last season’s opener.
The Patriots have to slow Miller and get Miami into obvious passing situations. A-gap blitzes from Hightower and Collins against the Dolphins guards inside will be something to watch. This one will be another great game but look for Brady and Co. to get it done. Patriots 34-24
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