Make Yourself at Home

Buffalo will have to find the ground game to beat Miami
 on Sunday.

The Buffalo Bills go into Sunday's matchup against the Miami Dolphins with a dreadful eight straight division road losses. In order for the Bills to make a dent in the AFC East this season, they'll have to pull out a win at Sun Life Stadium.

Head coach Doug Marrone is still in search of his first divisional win, while quarterback Thad Lewis is looking for his first career win as a starter.

Since 2001, this series is all knotted up at twelve games apiece. Perhaps this is due to the fact that both teams have continually tried to find answers at the quarterback and head coaching position. 

Buffalo's QB's since 2001: Alex Van Pelt, Rob Johnson, Drew Bledsoe, J.P. Losman, Kelly Holcomb, Trent Edwards, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Brian Brohm, E.J. Manuel and Thad Lewis.

Buffalo HC's since 2001: Gregg Williams, Mike Mularkey, Dick Jauron, Perry Fewell, Chan Gailey and Doug Marrone. 

Miami's QB's since 2001: Jay Fiedler, Ray Lucas, Brian Griese, A.J. Feely, Sage Rosenfels, Gus Frerotte, Joey Harrington, Daunte Culpepper, Cleo Lemmon, Trent Green, John Beck, Chad Pennington, Chad Henne, Tyler Thigpen, Matt More and Ryan Tannehill.

Miami's HC's since 2001: Dave Wannstedt, Jim Bates, Nick Saban, Cam Cameron, Tony Sparano, Todd Bowles and Joe Philbin.  

This Sunday's matchup will be an ariel attack from former Texas A&M star Ryan Tannehill of the Miami Dolphins. Newly acquired wide receivers Mike Wallace and Brandon Gibson bring star power to an already strong group. Wide receiver Brian Hartline and tight end Charles Clay have led the way with a combined 48 receptions, 629 yards and 4 touchdowns. On top of a strong throwing style offense, Miami comes into Sunday with one of the most physical defenses in the NFL.

To counter Miami's strengths, Buffalo must run the ball efficiently and shut down Miami's receivers with a strong showing from their healthy secondary. Running back C.J. Spiller has been playing most of the season on a bum ankle, but was reported earlier in the week that Spiller is nearing 100% again. Wide receiver Stevie Johnson missed last week's game against Cincinnati (back), but will return to the field this week. This will help Thad Lewis in his second start with Buffalo. Look for the play-action game to be in full swing throughout the day. Don't be surprised if tight end Scott Chandler has a big day.

Matchup to watch: Mario Williams vs. Jonathan Martin and Tyson Clabo- Mario Williams has been earning his money this season. After six games, Williams has recorded 8 sacks and has manhandled almost every offensive line he's faced this year.

Both teams seem to be headed in the right direction, taking the steps that are necessary to building a successful organization.