Dolphins Players Who Deserve More Snaps in Week 2

It wasn't always pretty but the Miami Dolphins kicked off the 2021 season the right way with a 17-16 win over the New England Patriots for the early advantage in the AFC East.

Any win in the NFL is worth celebrating, but the Dolphins came away from the game with a 1-0 record and plenty to work on to ensure they are 2-0 this time next week. They'll have their home opener against a Buffalo Bills squad that will be motivated after losing their own home opener, 23-16 to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The Dolphins were outgained on offense 393 yards to 259. They only ran the ball for 74 yards and were just 4-of-11 on third downs. However, they won the turnover battle and held defensively, giving up just…