The Numbers Behind Miami’s Blowout Of Washington
Dec 3, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) carries the ball as Washington Commanders defensive end KJ Henry (55) defends during the first half at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
The Dolphins flew into foggy Washington, DC looking to continue their march towards a division title and the AFC 1 seed. It was a floor to ceiling domination for Miami as they exploded on offense and smothered on defense on their way to a 45-15 blowout.
Let’s take a look at some of the numbers behind the win.
22 – It has been 22 years since the Miami Dolphins have started a season 9-3.
20 – With the victory Sunday, Miami secured their 4th consecutive winning season. A feat last achieved 20 years ago.
3 – There’s been a lot of media attention around Tua’ decision making, but In the first quarter there were 3 instances in which the Dolphins QB wisely checked down rather than forcing a throw. And…
0 – Tua ‘promised’ earlier this week to limit the turnovers and made good on Sunday with 0 against Washinton.
2 – With his two long touchdown receptions against Washington, Tyreek Hill became the second player in franchise history to produce 2 touchdowns of over 60 yards in a single game.
103.8 – Hill needs to average 103.8 yards in the remaining 5 games to eclipse 2000 yards.
0 – The other team’s star wideout didn’t fare so well. For only the second time in his career Terry Mclaurin was held to 0 receptions.
33 – In his first game replacing Jaelan Phillips, Andrew Van Ginkel returned a first quarter interception for a 33 yard touchdown.
6.5 – After posting 1.5 sacks today, Zach Sieler set a career high with 6.5 on the season.
14 – Raheem Mostert scored his 14th rushing touchdown of the year, two short of tying Ricky Williams’ franchise season record.
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