"He's a value-adder to just game-day experience, in general. He had a mindset of violence that we were counting on. So we put him at the point of attack in a lot of things. We kind of measured our expectations. He probably exceeded my expectations to a degree and made us a better football team with his tonality, his aggressive conviction and his competitiveness. He fits into the style of ball that we've been playing where a convicted, aggressive approach that is less about perfection, more about conviction."
"I was excited to be back out there, doing what we do as an offense, as a team. I loved every minute of it."
"It was great to have AJ back out there, bringing his energy. In the run game, he's a real force out there. He brings some more strength to the offensive line."
Austin Jackson returned from injured reserve after a toe injury and played his first game since the Sept. 7 opener, contributing strongly to a 21-17 win over the New Orleans Saints. The Dolphins rushed for 164 yards, and Jackson served as a downhill force in the run game while allowing limited pressures, one of which resulted in a sack of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Coach Mike McDaniel praised Jackson's aggressive mindset and said he exceeded expectations. Center Aaron Brewer highlighted Jackson's energy and strength. Tight end Darren Waller also returned from IR, and both players exited the game healthy. Wide receiver Jaylen Waddle said reincorporating Waller could ignite the pass game.
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