"MIAMI GARDENS - A winning formula has developed for the 2025 Miami Dolphins - run the ball, stop the run, play good special teams, win the turnover battle and keep penalties to a minimum. Those elements (well, except for penalties) came together in the Dolphins' 20-17 victory over Tampa Bay on Sunday. These Dolphins (7-9) seem to be a new Dolphins team, or at the very least a different team. These Dolphins aren't the flashy, big-play, highlight-reel guys of the quarterback Tua Tagovailoa-wide receiver Tyreek Hill era."
"Run game: A Running back De'Von Achane (18 carries, 83 yards) led the way, but second-year running back Jaylen Wright (five carries, 56 yards) also made a major contribution with some hard-nosed runs. All told the Dolphins rushed for 145 yards on 30 carries, averaging a chain-moving 4.8 yards per carry. The offensive line's athleticism continues to shine in the outside zone run scheme that now fuels the offense. Coach Mike McDaniel's playcalling also shines with the run game as the offense's driving force."
The 2025 Miami Dolphins (7-9) have adopted a blue-collar, run-first identity that emphasizes rushing efficiency, run defense, special teams, turnover margin, and disciplined play. The Dolphins rushed for 145 yards on 30 carries (4.8 yards per carry) as De'Von Achane (18 carries, 83 yards) and Jaylen Wright (five carries, 56 yards) powered the ground attack. Quinn Ewers delivered efficient passing (14 of 22, 172 yards, two touchdowns, no interceptions, 118.0 rating) with contributions from Theo Wease Jr. and Greg Dulcich. The offensive line's athleticism and Mike McDaniel's run-heavy playcalling fuel the offense, though 10 penalties for 77 yards remain a concern.
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