New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins: Five Takeaways

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Nov 6, 2016; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; New York Jets running back Matt Forte (22) runs the ball against the Miami Dolphins during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports /

– Needed more Forte

Coming into the game, the Jets had what appeared to be an advantage on the Dolphins run defense. The Dolphins were giving a lot of yards up on the ground coming into Sunday, and the Jets had success on the ground in the loss.

This season, the Jets have had a lot of success when Matt Forte gets touches. In the three games that the Jets have won this season, Forte has totaled more than 20 touches in each of those games.

On Sunday, Forte only totaled 12 carries and had just one reception. It was very surprising not see the Jets get Forte more involved, as he totaled 92 rushing yards. Even Bilal Powell didn’t get too many touches in the game, as he only totaled six carries in the game. Considering how poor the Dolphins defense has been at defending the run this season, it was surprising to not see the Jets run the ball more.

Oh my, @MattForte22.

31 yards. He gone! #JetUp #NYJvsMIA https://t.co/XfCr3M8BdV
— NFL (@NFL) November 6, 2016

Due to the success that the team has when Forte touches the ball, it seems odd that the coaching staff didn’t give it to him. Considering how poorly Fitzpatrick has played this season, the Jets should be more focused on running the football this season.

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