"The Dolphins entered fourth in the NFL in rushing average through two weeks while dead last in rushing attempts. Against the Bills, they ran a solid 25 times, compared to 34 pass attempts, for 130 yards - a 5.2 yards-per-carry clip. Buffalo struggles in run defense, one of the few areas in which the top dog in the AFC East is not elite. So it was certainly an area to exploit."
"The Dolphins set the tone early in their Week 3 game against the Bills by incorporating rookie power rusher Ollie Gordon II early and often as a complement to speedy tailback De'Von Achane. Miami methodically pushed the ball down the field, capping the opening drive with a Gordon touchdown."
"It's great for our offense to see a changeup. When he is out there on the short distances, he's been 100 percent converting. ... Our running back room is very capable, no matter who is in the game. All of us can make plays."
Miami increased run usage against Buffalo, totaling 25 carries for 130 yards (5.2 yards per carry) after ranking fourth in rushing average but last in attempts. The Bills' run defense weakness presented an opportunity that also applies to upcoming opponent New York, which is 23rd against the run. Miami paired rookie power back Ollie Gordon II with speedster De'Von Achane, capping the opening drive with a Gordon touchdown. Gordon had nine carries for 38 yards while Achane carried 12 times for 62 yards. Jaylen Wright was active after a knee injury but did not see snaps. Coach Mike McDaniel said Gordon's uptick was pre-planned and that Wright can earn a role through practice competition.
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