Dissecting Most Crucial Matchups for New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins

October 27, 2013   ·   Sean Keane   ·   Jump to comments

After losing two of their last three games, the New England Patriots need to take care of business against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.  The Pats must win several decisive in-game matchups to halt their slide and maintain their tenuous grip on the AFC East.
Before breaking down this week’s key matchups, I’d just like to say I’ll always be a fan first and foremost.  No matter what I opine or whichever choice critiques I may have of the team, I’m always rooting for the Patriots.
As such, I still can’t swallow last week’s loss to the New York Jets.
The Patriots weren’t going 15-1, so losing a game isn’t especially bothersome.  Losing a key division matchup still isn’t the end of the world.  What should really stick in New England’s craw is the gross miscarriage of NFL justice through which the officials robbed the Patriots of a fair shot to win the game.
The penalty in question was an over...

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