Commanders vs. Dolphins – Key Stats for Week 13

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Commanders vs. Dolphins – Key Stats for Week 13

In the big story of the NFL, where different tales mix and futures take shape, the game between the Washington Commanders and the Miami Dolphins in Week 13 is like a really interesting chapter. As both teams, heading in different ways, gear up to play, it looks like it will be a really fun football game about more than just the numbers on the scoreboard. In Washington, the Commanders are in a tough spot, dealing with three losses in a row and five losses in the last six games. The firing of defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio and secondary coach Brent Vieselmeyer shows how much the team is struggling. Especially after a tough 45-10 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving Day. Contrastingly, the Dolphins arrive in Washington as one of the NFL’s shining beacons, boasting an impressive 8-3 record. The Dolphins are doing well because their offense, led by Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill, and Jaylen Waddle, is super strong. They are like a symbol of success in the league. Let us take a closer look at six important stats and facts that show how these teams have gone in different directions. Tua Tagovailoa’s Quiet Brilliance While people talk a lot about Dak Prescott and Jalen Hurts in the NFL, Tua Tagovailoa is quietly having a season like an MVP, even though not many are discussing it. Currently ranked second in passing yards per game, third in touchdown passes, and second in yards per attempt, he is a maestro who commands respect. It is high time the football fraternity acknowledges the underappreciated brilliance of this quarterback.

Tyreek Hill’s Chase for History In the Dolphins’ strong offense, Tyreek Hill is like the star player, catching a huge 1,324 yards in just 11 games. He averaged over 120 yards per game and stands on the precipice of challenging Calvin Johnson’s single-season record. In the next six games, every catch he makes could be a new record, showing how determined he is to be great. Raheem Mostert’s Silent Impact While the Dolphins’ offense is making a lot of noise, running back Raheem Mostert is quietly doing really well. Scoring 15 touchdowns and running for 785 yards, he is the quiet hero of the 2023 NFL season, almost catching up to Christian McCaffrey. His 13 rushing touchdowns show how strong he is. Silent Contributor Jaylen Waddle While Tyreek Hill rightfully claims the spotlight, Jaylen Waddle quietly contributes to the Dolphins’ receiving duo. In only 10 games, he has caught 691 yards, working together with Hill to make a really strong duo that gives a hard time to the other teams’ defenses. Washington’s secondary faces the formidable task of containing not one but two dynamic receivers. Image Tale of Franchises Looking back at the last time they met in 2019, you can see how much both teams have changed a lot.  Washington, then the Redskins, secured victory amidst doubts about the Dolphins’ intentions to tank. Four years later, the Commanders grapple with the consequences of that single win. If they had lost, it could have meant getting the top pick and maybe choosing Joe Burrow—a clear reminder of how one game can really shape a team’s future. Sam Howell’s Historic Ascent Adding more excitement to the stories of the Commanders and Dolphins, Sam Howell’s rise brings another interesting twist. In just 13 career games, he joins an elite club of quarterbacks surpassing 3,500 passing yards. Being in the same league as greats such as Patrick Mahomes, Andrew Luck, Cam Newton, Marc Bulger, and Justin Herbert, his big achievement makes him look like a rising star in the ongoing NFL excitement. As the Washington Commanders get ready to play against the Miami Dolphins in a big Week 13 match, the football field becomes the stage for a story that is about more than just winning or losing. Can the Commanders bounce back from their tough times, or will the Dolphins keep getting stronger and stay at the top in the NFL? We find the answers not only in the numbers but in how the game goes, where the fate of both teams is decided on the football field. The post Commanders vs. Dolphins – Key Stats for Week 13 appeared first on Miami Dolphins.

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