We understand how impactful quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill are, but who are the unsung heroes from Week 1?

The Dolphins put up 36 points with some clutch performances from Braxton Berrios and River Cracraft. Berrios looks to be the slot receiver coach Mike McDaniel has been searching for. Cracraft's versatility and ability to block is something to watch moving forward.

Of course, it wouldn't be right if we ignored Kendall Lamm and the offensive line keeping Tagovailoa clean for four quarters.

This clip originally aired on the podcast: Miami Dolphins Stock Up/Stock Down: Six Surprise Performances From Week 1

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We're not trying to get too down on players after just one game, but there were a handful of concerning performances from Miami's 36-34 win over the Chargers. The Dolphins turned the ball over twice, and the defense was gashed for more than 200 yards — are these one-time problems or signs of things to come?

Tune in for thoughts about Emmanuel Ogbah and David Long Jr. being MIA in Week 1. We highlight concerns around Connor Williams and his ability to snap the football.

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Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins offense scored 36 points over the weekend and we take a look at how they toppled the Los Angeles Chargers. Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack were virtually invisible, did Austin Jackson figure something out this offseason, or was the line's success built by the scheme?

On the defensive side of the football, Jevon Holland was on the field for 80 days and was a consistent presence at safety for the Dolphins. We also take a look at Bradley Chubb, Jaelan Phillips, and the team's pass rush — will this group actually live up to expectations?

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Aaron Rodgers played 75 seconds with the New York Jets before a torn Achilles derailed his first season outside of Green Bay. Zach Wilson took over at quarterback — and will remain the team's starter — as the Jets rallied back late and upset the Buffalo Bills 22-16 on Monday Night Football. New York certainly earned the gutsy win but expectations have certainly changed after the unfortunate injury to Rodgers.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen struggled to get much of anything going, turning the ball over four times in the loss. Buffalo is projected to win the AFC East — how much does that change if Allen continues to be reckless with the football?

It's only Week 1 but Monday's game will be felt for the remainder of the season — How does that impact the Miami Dolphins moving forward?

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Tua Tagovailoa was virtually invincible with over 450 passing yards and three touchdowns as the Miami Dolphins dropped a 36-34 statement win over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday. Tagovailoa's featured two turnovers inside the five-yard line — it didn't matter. The former first-round pick connected to Tyreek Hill for two touchdowns against a Chargers defense that refused to double the first-team All-Pro receiver.

The Dolphins had issues defensively but answered the call late, sacking quarterback Justin Herbert twice on the game's final drive to secure the win. Vic Fangio's defense surrendered six yards per carry on the ground — was that by design or a reason to be concerned moving forward? That said, the defense saved the day after Jason Sanders missed an extra point to put the Dolphins up three points with less than two minutes remaining.

This clip originally aired on the podcast: Tua Tagovailoa Needed Just One Game To Match Patrick Mahomes MVP Odds

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Justin Herbert didn't turn the ball over and the Chargers rushed for 234 yards — but even then it still wasn't enough. Tua Tagovailoa and Miami's offense had a big day but the defense made an impact when it mattered most. Austin Eckler averaged seven yards per carry while Joshua Kelley added another 91 yards on 16 carries. Was it part of Miami's plan — or should we begin to worry about Vic Fangio's defense?

Jevon Holland led the Dolphins with 14 tackles while fellow safety DeShon Elliot had 13 tackles. Will Miami continue to lean on the safeties or will we see a significant impact from the linebackers next week against the New England Patriots?

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Tua Tagovailoa completed 28 passes for 466 yards in an AFC bout against the Los Angeles Chargers on opening day. Bradon Staley, coach of the Chargers, had the secret sauce to slow Miami's quarterback down last season but 2023 was completely different. Tagovailoa diced the defense with the help of 11 receptions for 215 yards and two touchdowns from All-Pro receiver Tyreek Hill.

While Hill had a monster day, Jaylen Waddle averaged 20 yards a reception as five different receivers had five targets in the win.

Should we be surprised that the Dolphins stuck to their pass-happy ways after preaching balance throughout the offseason?

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From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here): Faraz Siddiqi and Zach Rizzuto share some thoughts on the exciting Dolphins vs. Chargers matchup in Week 1.

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We've made it — welcome to Week 1 of the 2023 NFL season! The Miami Dolphins begin the year with a challenge — another shot at the Los Angeles Chargers after falling 23-17 last season. The rematch created plenty of storylines, and coach Mike McDaniel had months to plot his revenge after Miami's offense struggled last season.

Vic Fangio's addition to the equation can't be mentioned enough after the Dolphins made him the league's highest-paid defensive coordinator over the offseason. Will a new-look Dolphins defense have enough to hold down Justin Herbert and a devastating offense that will likely push the ball down the field under first-year offensive coordinator Kellen Moore?

The regular season isn't a race, but a 17-game schedule leaves little room for error for two teams with something to prove.

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The Miami Dolphins held the Los Angeles Chargers to just six points in the second half of last season's bout. The Chargers, now running Kellen Moore's offense, and the Dolphins, now running Vic Fangio's defense, will look pretty different on Sunday. How can Miami's secondary, without Jalen Ramsey, contain an offense led by quarterback Justin Herbert's ability to push the ball down the field?

Miami's pass rush with Jaelan Phillips and Bradley Chubb leading the charge, could be the x-factor if Herbert plans to let plays develop down the field.

This clip originally aired on the podcast: Week 1 Game Preview: How Can The Miami Dolphins Start The Year With a Road Win Over The Los Angeles Chargers? 

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