Even a giant flashlight would have trouble finding a bright spot for the Miami Dolphins after their embarrassing 32-6 loss to the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field on Sunday. The Dolphins suffered their third straight defeat, dropping to a disappointing 1-5 overall, including 0-4 on the road.
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa had a dismal showing, registering a career-worst 24.1 passer rating. He threw three interceptions for the second straight game, severely hampering the Dolphins’ offensive efforts. The team’s meager score came solely from Riley Patterson’s pair of field goals in the second quarter.
Despite the tough blowout, linebacker Bradley Chubb remained defiant and expressed cautious optimism ahead of the team’s upcoming assignments.
“It’s easy to blame and point fingers. But we have to dig deep and find a way to turn this thing around,” Chubb said, as quoted by Dolphins reporter Joe Schad.
The 29-year-old linebacker also acknowledged that the team essentially shot themselves in the foot, stressing that they weren’t disciplined enough against the Browns, according to ESPN’s Marcel Louis-Jacques. The Dolphins were flagged for 11 penalties, resulting in 103 lost yards. They also committed four turnovers, compounding their struggles on both sides of the ball.
Looking ahead, Chubb may find himself in a better position, as rumors suggest he is on the trading block. Multiple reports indicate that several teams have shown interest in acquiring the two-time Pro Bowler, who could be a valuable addition to a legitimate contender seeking experienced defensive talent.
Though Chubb has played well after missing the entire last season due to an ACL injury, Miami is expected to leverage him as a bargaining chip rather than keeping him as a long-term asset, given his age and upcoming $30 million salary for next year.
At this point, it would take a miracle for the Dolphins to advance to the playoffs. Chubb has maintained professionalism amidst the team’s disappointing campaign, but this could be one of those rare occasions where being on the trading block turns out to be a blessing in disguise.
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