Published 12/2/2008
by T.J. Morrill
at Bleacher Report - NFL
Who's ready for some Canadian-American Football? I sure am! The Dolphins are in the thick of the playoff hunt this year and every game matters as we go into the homestretch.
Even though Buffalo is struggling as of late and JP Losman may be starting instead of Trent Edwards next Sunday, it is crucial the the Dolphins take control early and don't allow Lee Evans or Roscoe Parrish to break out.
Marshawn Lynch also needs to be contained too for obvious reasons.
Tony Sparano in last Friday's practice got after Ricky Williams for having his socks at uneven height.
"Details win games," Sparano said.
That means saying "Make a tackle" or "No turnovers" isn't enough. The execution must be correct down to the tiniest details like running an precise route or getting your blocking assignments perfectly to open up the hole for the runner.
It means staying in your lane and making the special teams tackle to prevent a big run back. There are finer details that could be gone into, as well. ...
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