Change pre-snap looks on QB Brandon Allen
Burrow’s absence certainly changes the dynamics of this football game for the worse. His replacement? Brandon Allen — who has 113 career pass attempts on his NFL resume. He’s completed less than 50% of them in two seasons between Denver and Cincinnati. That’s, well, pretty bad if we’re being honest — so the Dolphins should aspire to dial up some heat but also try to play games with the young quarterback. Pressure looks but dropping 8 into zone could prompt some hasty throws and create turnovers for Miami.
When they do heat up Allen with the blitz, they shouldn’t be shy about it. Rattle his cage before he even takes the snap and let his own urgency help prompt miscues.