How LEGIT Is Dolphins' Run Game Glow Up & How Different Is Mike McDaniel Calling It Than The Past?

Miami Dolphins transform their offensive identity as Mike McDaniel embraces a physical, run-heavy approach. Can this new mentality power the Dolphins through their youth movement and set them up for sustained success? With Tyreek Hill sidelined and Tua Tagovailoa facing challenges, the team’s offense now leads the NFL in yards per carry against eight-man boxes, showcasing significant growth in short-yardage conversions and heavy personnel packages. Kyle Crabbs analyzes Miami’s improved coaching and player development, spotlighting advancements in offensive line play and scheme evolution. The discussion breaks down how changes in 11 and 21 personnel, run/pass balance, and adaptability have elevated the Dolphins beyond previous seasons. As leadership shifts loom and the playoff push intensifies, is this the blueprint to finally build a perennial contender in Miami? Dive into the trends, data, and psychological shifts propelling the Dolphins toward a new era. 00:00 "Dolphins' Evolving Offense Analysis" 06:14 "Dolphins' Short Yardage Efficiency" 09:16 "Improved Rushing Efficiency Breakdown" 11:59 "Dolphins' Strategy Critique" 14:49 Miami's Rushing Improvement Analysis 17:07 "Dolphins' Tonality Shift Explained" 22:55 "Dolphins' Neutral Pass Rate Trend" 26:19 Rams' Transition to Physical Receivers 27:38 49ers' Offensive Evolution Journey 31:40 Mike McDaniel's Run Game Success Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Join here: https://lockedondolphins.supercast.com/ Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub/ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Peloton Let yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com . PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFL Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Right now, new customers can bet just FIVE dollars and if your bet wins—you’ll get THREE HUNDRED dollars in bonus bets to use across the app. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) DIBS Save up to 70% on parking at your next Dolphins game: https://www.dibs-parking.com/ref/lockedon Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.