"When the Dolphins run: Miami just had a 174-yard rushing performance from running back De'Von Achane in last Sunday's impressive 30-13 win over the Buffalo Bills, and the Commanders just surrendered 226 yards on the ground to Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and the Detroit Lions run game. As Achane is now fourth in the NFL in rushing yards, this seems to be a good formula for the Dolphins that could electrify the international aficionados in Madrid."
"Further hurting Washington's No. 23-ranked run defense is that they will be without former Pro Bowl defensive tackle Daron Payne, who serves his one-game suspension after punching Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown. The Commanders have Bobby Wagner roaming the middle of the defense, and the 10-time Pro Bowler is too prideful to have teams running all over his defense. But as he's second in the NFL in tackles (99) to the Dolphins' Jordyn Brooks (105), he needs help and may not get it from defensive tackles Eddie Goldman and Javon Kinlaw in front of him."
"Right tackle Austin Jackson returned to practice this week. It's unknown if he can be cleared from injured reserve in time to play Sunday, but he would provide a huge boost to Miami's run-blocking if and when he does return, while left tackle Patrick Paul has been dominant in this facet. Even if tight end Julian Hill is back, Daniel Brunskill should continue getting snaps as a sixth offensive lineman, as the Dolphins found something with that. Edge: Dolphins"
Both teams enter Week 11 at 3-7, with Miami riding a strong rushing performance from De'Von Achane and Washington showing vulnerability against the run. Miami produced 174 rushing yards from Achane in the recent win, while Washington allowed 226 ground yards to Detroit. Washington will be without defensive tackle Daron Payne due to a one-game suspension, leaving Bobby Wagner to shoulder run-support responsibilities despite heavy tackle totals. Miami's interior and edge blocking figures include Patrick Paul and potential return of Austin Jackson, with Daniel Brunskill used as a sixth lineman to aid the running game.
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