Dolphins came out the box with a strong showing holding Hall of Famer Curtis Martin to 72 yards on 32 carries.

Defensive line and linebackers played well in most situations.

Channing Crowder stopped Curtis Martin short of the goal line forcing a fumble on fourth and goal. Unfortunately, the secondary gave up some big plays that I thought were duck passes by Pennington. He had our secondary on timing routes and you could tell they had no idea where to cover. Reggie Howard looked like he was a freshman in college playing. He was late on a few and very soft in 3rd and long situations.

The Dolphins must improve for this defense to move up in the power rankings and allow the offense a chance to win some games.

Saban agrees