Silver linings to the Miami Dolphins’ 0-2 start to 2020 season

Silver linings to the Miami Dolphins’ 0-2 start to 2020 season

Aug 18, 2020; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Austin Jackson (73) and offensive tackle Robert Hunt (68) run drills during training camp at Baptist Health Training Facility. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

The play of rookie LT Austin Jackson

Jackson was a polarizing player when the Dolphins selected him with the No. 18 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. He’s physically gifted but also raw — but he has stepped in at left tackle and not looked overwhelmed by what he’s been given through two tough matchups against successful defenses. Jackson isn’t dominating on a play by play basis — but he’s clearly handling his assignments effectively and that’s a great start. The Dolphins still need to get the ground game going and Jackson can be better here, but his pass protection has looked strong to this point.