The Miami Dolphins got a win on Sunday to start the season against the Washington Redskins, but star Ndamukong Suh could be facing a suspension after it looked he allegedly Washington running back Alfred Morris. Jarvis Landry had a breakout game for the Dolphins and he is the best fantasy football starter for Ryan Tannehill, while Jonas Gray was promoted from the practice squad behind Lamar Miller.
Suh signed a major contract in the offseason and he has helped raise expectations for the Dolphins this year. According to Pro Football Talk, it appeared that Suh kicked Morris in the head after tackling him on a play, but after the game Suh said he did not remember the play. Suh has a reputation as a dirty player, but also as one of the best defensive players in the league. PFT writes that Suh also may have poked another Redskins player in the eye during the game.
Last season Suh was hit with a fine after his suspension was overturned on appeal following a step on Aaron Rodgers in a game against the Packers. The NFL may look at the footage and make a decision on Suh and that could mean another fine or a suspension. Suh is an impact player and the Dolphins are hoping that he can disrupt the passing game and help the rush defense be one of the best in the league, which was the case while Suh was in Detroit with the Lions. UPDATE: Suh likely will not be suspended. Check here for more.
The Dolphins were happy to leave Washington with a win on Sunday and now the team is moving forward and looking to go 2-0 with the Jaguars next. Jarvis Landry had a breakout season in 2014 as a rookie and he continued it in Week 1 on Sunday. Landry is the top fantasy option for the Dolphins and he comes in after putting up eight catches for 53 yards along with a 69-yard punt return for a touchdown. Landry was targeted 12 times by Ryan Tannehill and he should continue being the most targeted receiver for the team this season.
Last year Landry had 84 catches for 758 yards and five touchdowns and that came with Mike Wallace still in Miami. Landry has explosive speed and breakaway ability and he should continue being a deep threat for the Dolphins this season. Landry is also a great option for owners in PPR leagues. Landry leads a solid group of wide receivers with Kenny Stills, Greg Jennings and rookie DeVante Parker. Parker came in after dealing with foot surgery and he was not targeted in his limited action for the Dolphins on Sunday.
Lamar Miller is the starter for the Dolphins and he comes in after putting up 55 yards on 13 carries in the game against the Redskins. Miller should continue getting the most carries and Jonas Gray could see some more work moving forward after being promoted off the practice squad. The Dolphins have LaMichael James and Damien Williams, but Gray could get more work depending on how this week goes in practice.