Miami Dolphins vs. Pittsburgh Steelers: Preview, Prediction, TV Info and more
By Matt Shetler
Keys for Dolphins
Dec 1, 2013; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill (17) drops back to pass the ball during the first quarter against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
1. Big Day from Ryan Tannehill: Lamar Miller and the Dolphins running backs should have a decent day as this Steelers defense can be run on. However they can be thrown on effectively as well and Tannehill needs to take advantage of that fact. The second-year signal caller turned in his best performance of the year last week, throwing for 331 yards with two touchdowns and one interception while completing 28-of-43 passes against the Jets. The Steelers defense has allowed an average of 287.6 passing yards with nine touchdowns over the past five games. There should be plenty of opportunities for Tannehill to make big plays.
2. Get to Big Ben: The Steelers offensive line has only allowed Roethlisberger to be sacked one time in the past three weeks. The Dolphins on the other hand have 10 during that span. Whoever wins the battle up front could come away with the win. If Roethlisberger isn’t under much pressure on Sunday, he will pick the Dolphins apart.
3. Force turnovers: One main reason why the Steelers turned their season around after an 0-4 start is they quit making mistakes. The Dolphins are a team that can force mistakes. They will have to do so on Sunday to keep their playoff hopes alive.