It's only 5 games in, but it's better than nothing to go on.. here's what Pittsburgh defense has given up so far:
http://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/2016/fantasy-points-against-QB.htm

307.6 passing yards per game, 1.2 TD's per game, and 0.6 INT's per game.

Average rating allowed is 88.9. And for the OL.. 1.6 sacks per game.

It's at least some measuring stick to see whether Tannehill's (and the OL's) numbers are better or worse than the average so far.

 

Will it even matter at this point?


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It would be just like Ryan Tannehill to have a big game, lol. :)

I'm in the mood for football today. Bring it on!

 

And he hasn't played like a stater...

I'll copy my post from Club. I know I've been on the Tannehill "hate" side since early last season, but I'm hoping for a turnaround to begin today in Miami.... I think it's unlikely he resurrects his trajectory here but I'm hoping I'm wrong and reverse my position at some point.

I expect more of the same from Miami today on defense but I'm cautiously optimistic that with a healthy OL and Foster we should be able to produce some points.

This season was a wash anyways. Our defense even with an offense that clicks on all cylinders makes this an 8-8 team at best.

You can't compete in the NFL with no linebackers, a crappy pass rush and a very suspect secondary. The only focus should be on if Tannehill can elevate his game the remaining 11 games.

You have to assume that only way Miami wins today is in a shootout. Especially when you consider that the vastly interior Browns and Titans gashed the Dolphins defense.

 

I read this morning that this is just the 8th time that Albert, Pouncey and James will start the same game, and of course the first with those three plus Tunsil. I don't think that you can overstate how important that is. We have just been cursed with OL injuries for years.

 

WOW! What a surprise of a 1st half!

This is the first game I've seen where the play on the field justifies fans' hopes. And they didn't come out flat!

Also.. this defense has a knack for injuring opposing QB's. Too many cases for it to be a fluke now.

Anyway, it's not perfect and not everyone's giving their best, but this is a team you can root for. Let's see what happens in the 2nd half.

 

seems like ben's knee injury was non contact. happened during the throw not on defending the INT.

 

Yeah, gotta look at the replay. Maybe you're right, but I thought he got partially tripped on that leg first and then only later felt it.

 

Take away two penalties on James, and we might just have 8 more points also. Get all of these guys on the field at once, and some good things can happen. Such a huge difference from the Bengals and Titans games.

 

Yeah, I'd second everyone's positive thoughts. We're seeing the Tannehill that has a little time in the pocket and some faith in his receivers downfield. That dude is an ample QB. Still holding the ball slightly too long, but definitely capable of making some great throws and keeping you in the game if his guys are helping him.

I'm surprised by the run game. Ajayi is still demonstrating terrible vision (I think) but what he's getting shows that a more elusive runner could have really done something behind this line today.

 

I'll eat my crow.

The offensive line did their jobs today; offense looked good as a result.

 

Fantastic performance today! First time in years I felt like I'm rooting for a REAL NFL team!

Breakout player today: Ajayi.

But so many played well. Tannehill, Landry, Reshad, the OL, even the entire defense excepting one massive run play.. really it looks like the whole team was energized. Dare I say Gase firing Dallas Thomas and co. helped demonstrate to players they have to play with more heart?

Great job Dolphins!

 

What's up now Bumrush? Better rethink your football IQ.

 

I think it was a combo if our entire o-line being back combined with the fact that the players saw that if they dont do their job, theyre fired. You can yell at someone all they want but threaten their livelihood and youll start getting results.