MIAMI GARDENS — The numbers speak for themselves. The Miami Dolphins defense has zero turnovers, which is tied for last in the NFL, it ranks last in opposing quarterback passer rating (128.9), and 28th against the run (135.0 yards allowed per game).
Most of the blame here rests with the Dolphins’ defensive front seven. They’re supposed to be the disruptive force for the defense, which ranked No. 4 in the NFL last season. The front seven are the ones who have the talent to make plays that change or win games through stopping the run, getting sacks and causing turnovers.
“We’ve got to set the tone,” defensive tackle Zach Sieler said.
The Dolphins (0-3) took temporary pressure off coach Mike McDaniel in last week’s 31-21 closer-than-expected loss at Buffalo. But if the Dolphins lose to