***Official Game 3 IGT: Chiefs at Dolphins 9/21***

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The Kansas City Chiefs (0-2)


vs.

The Miami Dolphins (1-1)



Sunday, September 21, 3:25pm CST
at
Sun Life Stadium

Miami, Florida



Television coverage:
CBS


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Weather Forcast: 89 degrees. A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 76. East wind around 6 mph.
Line: Dolphins -3.5, Over/Under: 42.5



Injury Report
Chiefs

Injured Reserve
Jeffery Allen G
Derrick Johnson LB
Mike DeVito DT
Joe Mays LB
Tyler Bray QB
Kyle Williams WR
Sanders Comings CB

Suspended
Donald Stephenson OT

Out
Eric Berry S Ankle
De'Anthony Thomas RB Hamstring

Questionable
Jamaal Charles RB Ankle

Probable
Husain Abdullah S Foot
Cyrus Gray RB Foot
Eric Kush C Shoulder
Joshua Martin LB Quadricep
Tamba Hali LB Ankle

Dolphins
Suspended
Reshad Jones S
Dion Jordan DE

Injured Reserve
Kamal Johnson DT
Mike Gillislee RB
Arthur Lynch TE
A.J. Francis DT
Pat Devlin QB

Out
Nawa'akoa Misi LB Ankle
Knowshon Moreno RB Elbow
Shelley Smith G Knee

Doubtful
Terrence Fede DE Knee
James Pouncey C Hip
Jordan Tripp LB Chest

Questionable
Charles Clay TE Knee
William Turner G Foot

Probable
Walter Aikens S Hand
Louis Delmas S Calf
Branden Albert T Shoulder
Jonathan Freeny LB Calf
Bruce Gaston DT Knee
Jelani Jenkins LB Shoulder
Philip Wheeler LB Thumb

ESPN Game Preview
The Kansas City Chiefs are concerned their All-Pro running back could be out a while, and the Miami Dolphins already know their top rusher will be.

That could only amplify the problems their quarterbacks are having.

The winless Chiefs need Alex Smith to start proving he was worth that big contract, especially with Jamaal Charles' status unclear, and Ryan Tannehill hopes to begin showing he's worthy of one for a Dolphins team missing Knowshon Moreno.

This matchup Sunday in Miami features teams coming off losses which included potentially major blows to their rushing attacks.

Charles, whose 1,980 total yards last season were second in the NFL, suffered a high ankle sprain in the first quarter of a 24-17 loss at Denver last Sunday. Though Kansas City (0-2) doesn't feel the sprain is too severe and isn't listing him as out, it's the type of injury that often causes a player to miss multiple weeks -- especially a shifty one who relies on quickness.

He practiced in a limited capacity for the second straight day Friday and coach Andy Reid said he looked a little bit sore but did "OK" in the workout.

Second-year pro Knile Davis did a solid job in relief last week, gaining 82 yards and two touchdowns on 23 carries and 29 yards on seven receptions, as the Chiefs gave a scare to the defending AFC champion Broncos.

"When I go in, I know my job has been all week to pay attention to what Jamaal does," Davis said. "I've been doing good film study, watching him and what he does so if unfortunately he went down I would be able to step in and help out."

It appeared Moreno would step in as Miami's top backfield option after rushing for a Week 1-best 134 yards in a 33-20 win over New England in his Dolphins debut. Instead, Moreno will be out at least four weeks and possibly much longer after dislocating his elbow on his only carry in last Sunday's 29-10 defeat in Buffalo.

"It hurts because No. 1, he's a productive player and has proven that," Miami offensive coordinator Bill Lazor said. "No. 2, anyone who watches the game can see the emotion Knowshon plays with."

There was concern Lamar Miller, who won the starting job in the preseason with Moreno missing time following knee surgery, might also be out after leaving in an ankle boot last week. However, he's been practicing and should be ready Sunday after receiving 11 carries each of the first two games, gaining 105 yards, and that workload may significantly increase.

Miami (1-1) re-signed Daniel Thomas after releasing him last month, and the only other running backs on the roster are undrafted rookies Damien Williams and Orleans Darkva.

Neither team has displayed a reliable passing game.

Smith, less than a few weeks removed from signing a four-year extension worth $68 million, is the NFL's lowest-rated passer (63.6). He didn't throw a TD pass last week despite leading the Chiefs inside Denver's 35-yard line six times, including a fourth-down incompletion from the 2 with 18 seconds left.

Reid downplayed the notion that the pressure on Smith could grow if Charles misses significant time, the veteran signal-caller is just concerned about getting in the win column in 2014.

"It's not where you hoped to be two weeks ago," Smith said. "It's a long season though. ... The mentality is let's win this week, put some things together and you never know."

While Smith ranks 30th in the league with 5.94 yards per attempt, Tannehill is 34th among 35 qualifiers at 5.17 and his passer rating (76.1) ranks 29th.

The third-year pro, whose 39 TD passes are one shy of Don Strock's total for fourth in Dolphins history, continued having problems with deep-ball accuracy and holding the ball too long last Sunday. He took four sacks after leading the NFL last season with a franchise-record 58.

"I haven't been at my best," Tannehill said. "It has got to change, and it has got to change fast. I look forward to going out Sunday and changing it."

The good news for Tannehill is that Pro Bowl center Mike Pouncey practiced this week for the first time since undergoing hip surgery in July. It's unclear if he'll play or Samson Satele will keep starting in his place.

The status of Chiefs safety Eric Berry is also uncertain due to a sprained ankle suffered last week, though it appears less serious than the one Charles has. Ron Parker moved from cornerback to safety when Berry got hurt and could start for the Pro Bowler.

"We have a few injuries but we don't slow down on that," Reid said. "... Football is a joint effort. It's a team sport. Everyone's got to step up and do their job just a little bit better, coaches included."

Miami has taken the past three meetings, most recently winning 31-3 at Kansas City in 2011.

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Stats Leaders

Chiefs

Passing Yards
Alex Smith457 Yds

Rushing Yards
Knile Davis82 Yds
Alex Smith 78
Jamaal Charles 23

Receiving Yards
Travis Kelce130 Yds
Donnie Avery 98
Anthony Fasano 68

Sacks
Justin Houston2.0 Sack
Tamba Hali 1.0
Allen Bailey 1.0

Interceptions
Ryan Harris0 Int
Kevin Vickerson 0
Jaye Howard 0

Total Tackles
Eric Berry15 Total
Josh Mauga 14
Ron Parker 13

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Dolphins

Passing Yards

Ryan Tannehill419 Yds

Rushing Yards

Knowshon Moreno138 Yds
Lamar Miller 105
Damien Williams 19

Receiving Yards

Mike Wallace137 Yds
Brian Hartline 62
Charles Clay 58

Sacks

Cameron Wake2.0 Sack
Chris McCain 1.0
Olivier Vernon 1.0

Interceptions

Koa Misi0 Int
Mike Wallace 0
Dannell Ellerbe 0

Total Tackles

Jelani Jenkins20 Total
Jason Trusnik 14
Jimmy Wilson 13

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Chiefs Scouting Report from the Kansas City Star:

When the Chiefs run

EDGE >> DOLPHINS

The Dolphins could make running the ball tough for the Chiefs. They run a unique 5-2 scheme that features three run-stuffing defensive tackles who are playing well in Jared Odrick, Earl Mitchell and Randy Starks. The Chiefs found a way to run the ball moderately well last week against the Broncos, but their patchwork offensive line could have a tough time getting some push up front. Knile Davis performed well last in week in place of Jamaal Charles, who is questionable for this week’s game because of a high ankle sprain.

Chiefs’ top rusher	No.	Yds.	Avg.	TD
Knile Davis	23	82	3.6	2

When the Chiefs pass

EDGE >> DOLPHINS

Defensive end Cameron Wake is one of the league’s best pass rushers, and defensive end Olivier Vernon is pretty good, too. The Chiefs’ tackles, Eric Fisher and Ryan Harris, will absolutely have their hands full. The Chiefs should be able to move the ball, though, particularly if the offensive playcalling resembles last week’s effort more than the dispiriting effort it showed against Tennessee. But the Dolphins have a pair of solid veteran cornerbacks in Brent Grimes and Cortland Finnegan, so Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith better not make any egregious mistakes.

Chiefs’ top QB	C	A	Yds.	TD-I
Alex Smith	45	77	457	1-3
Chiefs’ top WR	No.	Yds.	Avg.	TD
Donnie Avery	10	98	9.8

When the Dolphins run

EDGE >> CHIEFS

The Dolphins hired former Eagles quarterback coach Bill Lazor to be their offensive coordinator this offseason, and Lazor has installed a shotgun-heavy system that resembles Chip Kelly’s innovative offense in Philadelphia. That said, the Dolphins’ offense took a big blow when it lost starting running back Knowshon Moreno to an injury last week. He’s a superior running back to his replacement, Lamar Miller, who is battling an ankle injury.

Dolphins’ top rusher	No.	Yds.	Avg.	TD
Knowshon Moreno	25	138	5.5	1

When the Dolphins pass

EDGE >> CHIEFS

Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill has looked better under Lazor, but his accuracy is still spotty. Considering the Dolphins’ protection issues last week and the fact the Chiefs’ still haven’t forced a turnover this year, it sounds like KC is due for an interception or two. The Chiefs’ pass rush has been solid, too. They just need to keep tight end Charles Clay and receiver Mike Wallace in check. Clay is a good receiver for his position while Wallace has the type of deep speed the Chiefs can’t match. The safeties need to be disciplined and make sure he doesn’t get behind them.

Dolphins’ top QB	C	A	Yds.	TD-I
Ryan Tannehill	49	81	413	3-2
Dolphins’ top WR	No.	Yds.	Avg.	TD
Mike Wallace	12	137	11.4	2

Special teams

EDGE >> CHIEFS

The Chiefs haven’t been world beaters in this area this season, as kicker Cairo Santos has been shaky. But the Dolphins have been a disaster. Last week, they gave up a kick return for a touchdown, had a punt blocked and fumbled on a punt return. This is the kind of game where special teams coach Dave Toub can have an impact.
Coaching

EDGE >> CHIEFS

Miami’s Joe Philbin has worked to be more accessible to his players this season following last year’s bullying scandal, and players have noted the change in their leader. Still, Chiefs coach Andy Reid got that kind of buy-in from his players the moment he stepped foot in Kansas City last year. The offensive playcalling got back on track last week and the defense did, too.
X-factor

EDGE >> DOLPHINS

Don’t underestimate the impact of the South Florida heat. The Dolphins handled the Patriots in week one because of it, and the Chiefs are 2-8 all-time at Sun Life Stadium. By the way, the Dolphins have already sold over 70,000 tickets, so it should be a packed house.
Bottom line: Chiefs 30-27

This will be a tough game. You’ve got the Dolphins coming off a bad loss, and they’ve got a significant home-field advantage. Still, it’s hard to imagine this Chiefs team going 0-3, and they are due some turnovers. If they lose — with games vs. New England and San Francisco up next — they could be staring at an 0-5 start.
Terez A. Paylor, tpaylor@kcstar.com

[Eydugstr]

I want to see Dee Ford get involved in this game. A passer that holds onto the ball too long and has trouble with the deep ball is just screaming to have a young pass rusher chase him all game.

[TopekaRoy]

Looking at Terez Paylor's scouting report (above), he gives both defenses the edge against the other team's run game AND passing game. Then he predicts a final score of 30-27! That seems high.

On the other hand, I think both QBs have something to prove today. I think Alex will rise to the occasion and have a good game. If our defense can hold the Broncos to 24 points IN Denver, I don't see the Dolphins scoring 27 with the 34th ranked QB in the NFL.

Chiefs 27
Dolphins 17

You heard it here first!

[Bike]

Somehow, some way, we need to get pressure on the qb and force some turnovers today.

[Bike]

Lol Succopp just missed a 40 yd fg...

[Chiefster]

Roy you are the game thread master!