No Dolphin added a carry, catch or tackle Sunday, but the Jets’ 26-19 loss at New England changed the matchup value of several Miami players. Stock movement this week is about opportunity, health and how New York’s latest film affects expected roles.
Stock up: Ollie Gordon II.
New England ran 36 times for 148 yards and closed the game with a 13-play possession. That formula fits Miami’s best recent development. Gordon has 188 yards and two touchdowns in his past two starts, and the Jets have now seen another opponent limit their pass rush by staying balanced.
Stock up: Kevin Coleman Jr.
The rookie receiver scored his first NFL touchdown before the bye and received seven targets. Miami needs secondary options to prevent New York from tilting coverage toward Washington and Dulcich. Coleman’s route share should rise.
Stock up: Chris Johnson.
Cooper’s return creates a more complicated slot assignment. Johnson’s strong coverage work against Cincinnati makes him one of Miami’s most important defenders this week.
Stock up: Jarrett Kingston.
Savaiinaea’s ankle remains a question. Kingston played effectively in relief and graded well in both pass protection and run blocking. His readiness gives Miami a credible contingency against New York’s front.
Stock down: Malik Willis.
Smith threw his first interception of the season while being hit on an attempted throwaway. The play is a reminder that Jets week will be decided by quarterback discipline. Willis’ three turnovers against Cincinnati remain the largest obstacle between Miami and a competitive offense.
Stock down: Miami’s edge rotation.
New England sacked Smith three times. Miami has four sacks all season. Phillips, Sieler, Robinson and Uche must turn pressure opportunities into negative plays.
Stock down: The special-teams coverage units.
The bye offered time to correct an 81-yard opening kickoff return allowed to Cincinnati. The ranking will remain down until Miami proves the failure was isolated.
Stock down: Jalen Tolbert.
Coleman’s emergence and Wayne’s arrival create more competition for receiver snaps. Tolbert needs a clear specialty or stronger practice week to hold his place in the rotation.
The central movement belongs to Gordon. Miami’s best chance at New York is to make his rising stock the foundation of the entire game plan.
