The Dolphins had a great opportunity on Sunday when they faced Buffalo. A win at Buffalo and a New England loss to the Saints (which DID happen) would have given them a chance to compete with New England next week at home for AFC East bragging rights. A girl can dream right? Well, as it turned out, Sunday’s game was more like a nightmare.  It was a game I’d like to forget.  I hope the Dolphins can shake it off and move forward, because we are down, but we’re still not quite out. (Yes, I know I’m a glutton for punishment!)

Here are some of the ups (there weren’t many) and a few of the downs (there were way too many!) from the showdown in Buffalo:

Hit It:  Ricky Williams.  Ricky had his third consecutive game gaining 100-yards or more.  He’s the most consistent player we’ve got right now.  I wish everyone performed like Ricky.

Hit It:  Lex Hilliard.  This guy is going to be a one heck of a football player.  I was impressed with his play again this week.  I think he caught the ball each time it came his way, and he ran with confidence each time he carried the ball.

Quit It:  Stupid play calling.  I say it every week.  Tony Sparano is an idiot.  See my post-game write-up from any given week.  If Bill Parcels can build it, Tony Sparano can tear it down.

Quit It:  4th Quarter collapse.  I feel like a broken record.  Hey, Mr. “D”-jay, spin a different tune!

Quit It:  Tedd Ginn, Jr.  I’m so tired of seeing you drop passes, buddy.  I think you caught 2 of the 5 balls that came your way.  And one of those drops was a big mistake.  You also had a false start.  Unfortunately, we don’t have many other options at WR.  If we did, I think you’d be limited to special teams play.  I’ll let you off the hook as soon as you have two decent games back-to-back.  Tick, tock, Teddy boy.  Tick, tock…

Alright, folks.  That’s all she wrote for this week! Here’s hoping next week is a different story.