Buffalo Bills: Early storylines entering Week 2 against the Miami Dolphins

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Sep 12, 2021; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Melvin Ingram (8) grabs the jersey of Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) and offensive tackle Dion Dawkins (73) blocks during the first half at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports /

Can the offensive line do a better job protecting Josh Allen?

The offense did not look like the explosive group fans had seen most of last season with Josh Allen leading the charge. While Josh Allen should shoulder some of the blame, it really starts up front and the Bills quarterback needs time to let plays develop and find the open man.

In Week 1, Josh Allen finished second in the league in pressure rates at 36.4%, behind only Zach Wilson.

Highest pressure rate:
1. Zach Wilson - 46.5%
2. Josh Allen - 36.4%
3. Joe Burrow - 34.4%
4. Sam Darnold - 33.3%
— Pro Football Reference (@pfref) September 15, 2021

There is no question that the Steelers have excellent pass rushers that includes T.J. Watt, Melvin Ingram III, and Cam Heyward. The Buffalo Bills could have just had an off week that was magnified by the talent they were facing.

However, the Dolphins are coming off a week where they had nine QB hits on Patriots rookie Mac Jones. The Bills can’t take this defense lightly and it will be important that they play better to help this offense get back to where they were last year.

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