6 surprising stats for Eagles, Dolphins

The Philadelphia Eagles (5-6) are heading to Miami after a loss to Seattle and will visit the Dolphins (2-9) on Sunday at 1 p.m. Sunday. The Dolphins have won two of their last four games, but are still firmly in tank mode as they search out a …

The Philadelphia Eagles (5-6) are heading to Miami after a loss to Seattle and will visit the Dolphins (2-9) on Sunday at 1 p.m. Sunday.

The Dolphins have won two of their last four games, but are still firmly in tank mode as they search out a top-five pick. The game offers some interesting matchups, dynamics and surprising stats for both teams.

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1. Ryan Fitzpatrick doesn’t get much help with the YAC

When the Dolphins wide receivers make a big play or rack up huge numbers, it’s usually by the grace of Fitzpatrick’s arm. In a unique stat provide by Inside Edge, Fitzpatrick is No. 4 in the NFL when it comes to the percentage of his passing yards coming through the air.

Dolphins receivers are not among the top in the league at yards after the catch.