Bills/Dolphins: Notes from the Line
Buffalo Rumblings' "Ron From NM" examines Buffalo's O-Line play from their 16-3 loss to the Miami Dolphins.
| Final - 12.7.2008 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Dolphins | 7 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 16 |
| Buffalo Bills | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Stories
Dolphins continue to roll, knock of Bills in Toronto
Don't look now - but the Miami Dolphins are tied for 1st place in the AFC East, having won 6 of their last 7.
Bills swept by Dolphins, lose seventh of nine
Buffalo Rumblings finds it remarkable that the Bills can't win in Buffalo OR Toronto. When's the NFL Draft?
Dolphins vs Bills Post Game Celebration Thread
Dolphins win 16-3. Great job by the defense. The offense wasn't spectacular - but it was efficient. 8-5!!!!!!!!!!! Usual wrap-up thread later tonight. Hopefully, Nicky will also be by with...
Second half thread: Bills vs Dolphins (Toronto)
Memo to the Buffalo Bills: you're actually supposed to be playing a football game right now. Might want to get on that. Here's your thread for the second half of this yawn-fest.
Dolphins vs Bills Overflow Thread
Halftime in Toronto. I love how the Dolphins have DOMINATED the time of possession. Just wish they dominated the scoreboard a little bit more. Dolphins 13 - Bills 3 GO DOLPHINS!!!
Bills/49ers: Notes from the line (shorter, lazy man format)
Buffalo Rumblings' "Ron from NM" puts together his weekly breakdown of the Buffalo Bills' offensive line.
Bills/Dolphins: Keys to a Bills Victory
Buffalo Rumblings' "Kurupt" breaks down the keys to a Bills victory as the Bills prepare to take on the Miami Dolphins in Toronto.
Shutting down Ginn is a must for Bills
Ted Ginn Jr. torched the Bills in Week 8 to the tune of 175 yards. Shutting him down is a must if the Buffalo Bills hope to avoid a sweep at the hands of Ginn's Dolphins.
Dolphins vs Bills: Keys to Victory
Find out what the Dolphins must do to keep their improbable playoff run alive on Sunday in Toronto.
With Edwards ailing, Losman could start Sunday
The Buffalo Bills might be forced to start J.P. Losman at quarterback on Sunday. Despite the fear engendered by that statement, Buffalo Rumblings believes it may not be a bad idea.
Dolphins vs Bills: 4 Burning Questions
What are some of the key questions for the Dolphins as they prepare to play the Bills on Sunday in Toronto?
GameThreads
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Boxscore
| FINAL | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | 7 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 16 |
| Buffalo | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Scoring Drives |
|---|
| Quarter 1 |
| 6:48 left: Miami Touchdown - 20-yard pass from Chad Pennington to Anthony Fasano. (Dan Carpenter extra point is good). 7 plays, 54 yds, 3:33 min. |
| 6:48 left: 7 plays, 54 yds, 3:33 min. |
| 2:41 left: Buffalo Field Goal - 40-yarder by Rian Lindell. 9 plays, 40 yds, 4:07 min. |
| Quarter 2 |
| 12:13 left: Miami Field Goal - 50-yarder by Dan Carpenter. 8 plays, 38 yds, 5:28 min. |
| 0:21 left: Miami Field Goal - 35-yarder by Dan Carpenter. 15 plays, 51 yds, 7:35 min. |
| Quarter 4 |
| 8:10 left: Miami Field Goal - 27-yarder by Dan Carpenter. 9 plays, 30 yds, 5:10 min. |
| Team statistics | Miami | Buffalo |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards Average Plays | 295 4.6 64 | 163 3.3 49 |
| Time of Possession | 37:31 | 22:29 |
| First Downs Run Pass Penalty | 18 8 10 0 | 13 4 8 1 |
| Third Down Conversions | 4-13-31% | 1-10-10% |
| Fourth Down Conversions | 1-1-100% | 1-2-50% |
| Passing Yards Completions-Attempts Average Interceptions-Yards Sacks-Yards Lost | 180 23-29 6.0 0-0 1-1 | 79 13-27 2.5 1-0 4-44 |
| Rushing Yards Attempts Average | 115 34 3.4 | 84 18 4.7 |
| Return Yards Punt returns-Yards Kickoff returns-Yards | 56 2-17 2-39 | 107 2-11 5-96 |
| Turnovers Fumbles-Lost Interceptions-Yards | 0 0-0 0-0 | 2 5-1 1-0 |
| Penalties-Yards | 5-28 | 3-25 |
| Punts-Average (Net Avg.) | 4-43.8 (41.0) | 5-43.0 (39.6) |
| Tackles Solo Assists | 45 33 12 | 72 51 21 |
Officials: John Parry (Referee), Carl Madsen (Umpire), Derick Bowers (Head Linesman), Ron Marinucci (Line Judge), Kieth Washington (Side Judge), Perry Paganelli (Back Judge), Craig Wrolstad (Field Judge)
