MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. -- Observed and heard in the locker room after the Miami Dolphins' 22-9 victory over the Buffalo Bills.
Proud Pouncey: It wasn't the cleanest performance, but Dolphins guard Mike Pouncey said in the locker room that he was proud of their makeshift offensive line that included three players in new positions. Rookie Ja'Wuan James moved to left tackle to replace the injured Branden Albert, while Dallas Thomas played right tackle and Shelley Smith started at left guard. Miami allowed five quarterback sacks and has a lot of work to do to improve. But it was a win against Buffalo and not the disaster some expected. "They did a really good job ... put in roles they're really not comfortable with," Pouncey said. "I'm very proud of those guys."
Davis on crutches: Miami backup cornerback Will Davis was on crutches and had his left knee wrapped in a brace after suffering a second-half injury. He did not return. Davis will have further tests on his knee Monday to determine if the injury is long-term.
Rest ahead: After playing two games in five days, several Dolphins players said they were looking forward to some rest. Miami head coach Joe Philbin said he will give his team the weekend off to heal before returning to the practice field in preparation for its next game against the Denver Broncos.
