Archives for October 19, 2013

‘”I think he’s done an outstanding job in a rough situation,” said Bills special teams coach Danny Crossman. “He hadn’t been here, he’s working with new guys, and he had an interesting end of training camp, being with several teams for a very short period of time. He has come here and just been a true pro.”‘

‘Spiller played only 17 plays against the Bengals. But he got 12 touches and produced 66 yards. Fred Jackson played 50 plays against Cleveland and 39 against the Bengals.’

‘The Dolphins are one of only five NFL clubs who are throwing at least two passes for every running play so far this season, and those teams have a combined 8-19 record.’

‘Tannehill’s accuracy and demeanor have improved since his rookie season. He seems to have command of the huddle and he’s been cool under pressure, including a beautifully-executed game winning drive against Atlanta in week three. However, his deep ball still needs work and his pocket presence has not been impressive.’

‘”He’s one of the most talented defensive ends in the NFL,” Dolphins left tackle Jonathan Martin said. “We played him last year and he’s a beast, no question about it.”‘

‘”That’s my guy and I lived with him for a long time and I saw the work that he put in,” said Jordan, who was a disruptive force himself for the Ducks. “It’s starting to pay off and I wouldn’t be surprised at the end of this year if he’s one of the top rookies. I kind of expect it from him and he expects it out of me, too.”‘

‘The Bills have a one-two punch at running back with C.J. Spiller and Fred Jackson, and the Buffalo running game ranks third in the entire league, averaging 148.8 yards per contest.’

‘Buffalo is 0-2 this year against division opponents, and 6-26 since 2008 – but three of those victories have come versus the Dolphins. And despite their injuries, young roster and new coaching staff, the Bills have exceeded expectations so far.’

‘Cornerback Ron Brooks is also listed as probable. He hasn’t played since Week 1 due to a foot injury.’

‘Releasing their official designations for the upcoming game, head coach Doug Marrone told reporters the other seven players listed on this week’s injury report are all probable to play against the Dolphins in Miami Gardens, Florida.’

‘”It’s something that we definitely have to adjust to,” said Fred Jackson. “Different guys have different ways of doing things. Balls come out different. Calls are different at the line of scrimmage and those are things we have to be able to adjust to. We have to focus on what we have to do and get the job done.”‘

‘The Bills are 5-for-9 in their last three games in the red zone when it comes to touchdown efficiency (55.5%). Buffalo should be able to find the end zone against a Dolphins red zone defense that is ranked in the middle of the pack in the NFL (15th).’