Just my thoughts on a few things -- specifically the defense. Im not overly worried about the secondary, yet. They buckled down in the 2nd half yesterday and were playing without the #2 CB or the two young guys (Davis and Taylor). Davis has proven to have a knack for being around the ball in pre-season and camp. Taylor has been dealing with a groin, so Im not sure what to expect. But, when those guys get healthy and Patterson is back in, which means less Jimmy Wilson in coverage, pass defense can only get better. And as much as Ive hated him for years, Nolan Carroll has actually played pretty good through 2 weeks.
Dion Jordan Im not worried about at all. Even with limited snaps he recorded a sack in Week 1 and if he wraps up yesterday has another sack vs luck. Id rather they ease him in vs reinjuring his shoulder. Plus, the front guys are playing pretty fantastic, even Shelby in limited snaps has two forced fumbles on QB hits in 2 games.
Overall I think the defense should continue to improve and still be the strength of the team.
My biggest concern is still the pass blocking - but as those guys play together more it should only improve. They got the run game going a bit yesterday, Miller hit the holes quick and showed some of his speed. If he can continue that and Clay can be steady as he has been, the whole offense should open up.
Tough 3 game stretch coming up with Falcons, Saints, Ravens. If they can come out of those 1-2, I'll be happy with a winning record going into the bye week. Hopefully the secondary can at least get Patterson back for this weekends matchup with the Falcons weapons.
Last thing Ill add - was so good to see Philbin call TOs and try to score before half. I dont remember the last time Miami did something like that - usually content to kill the clock and head off.