Dolphins backups show fight in preseason win over Lions
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Dolphins cornerback Ethan Bonner left their preseason game early. Plus, coach Mike McDaniel on Zach Sieler and De’Von Achane injuries.
DETROIT — Dan Campbell’s aggressive fourth-down mindset has become a cornerstone of the Detroit Lions’ offense. That doesn’t just go for crucial NFC North battles, where a gutsy call can clinch a victory in the regular season; it stays true in preseason.
The Miami Dolphins have struggled through training camp and the first preseason game, but may have hit a new low in Wednesday's joint practice with the Detroit Lions. Reporters watching practice noted that Detroit outclassed the Dolphins on both offense and defense,
McDaniel was vague on specifics or a timeline for Achane's injury, only saying that the injury is not severe and that he will be kept out "between days and weeks," indicating that his availability for Miami's Week 1 opener is not in jeopardy. A similar timeline was also provided for another injured Dolphin, defensive lineman Zach Sieler.
Kyle Allen's impressive two-touchdown performance against Miami has given him an edge over Hendon Hooker, who threw a game-sealing interception
The Miami Dolphins beat the Detroit Lions, 24-17, in their second preseason game, on Saturday, August 16. Ethan Robinson sealed the game with an interception. The Dolphins are 1-0-1 in the preseason. Tie? Yes, a tie at the Bears and a win at the Lions.