Feeble Miami ground game reminiscent of Marino era

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  1. Greg Brosh

    Greg Brosh Local Eagles Fan Fantasy Guru

    DAVIE, Fla. — Even in the Dan Marino era, when running backs were mostly decoys, the Miami Dolphins relied on their ground game more than this year's team.

    The Dolphins have run the ball less than 22 times per game, their lowest average since 1988, and the third-lowest average in the NFL. They had only 12 rushing attempts in Sunday's 19-0 loss at Buffalo, renewing debate about the team's run-pass balance — or imbalance.

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