Dolphins vs. Chargers: 5 Halftime Adjustments Miami Must Make

Big game today for Tony Sparano and the Miami Dolphins as they take on the San Diego Chargers. The Dolphins are still looking for their first win of the season and are trying to avoid their seventh straight loss. 

Here are five adjustments Miami must make if they want to leave Qualcomm Stadium with a win. 

Reggie Bush in Space 

Miami needs to keep getting Reggie Bush looks in space. Whether they start running more screens or quick tosses, the Dolphins should try to give Bush a chance to make a big play with his speed and freakish athleticism. 

Contain Vincent Jackson 

The Dolphins NEED to make sure they contain anymore big plays from Vincent Jackson. The Chargers' wideout has already burned Miami's secondary for a crazy TD in the first quarter and is capable of a miraculous play at any moment. Miami needs to make sure they have safety help over the top to keep Jackson from going deep. 

Bring Extra Protection

The Chargers' heavy pressure already took QB Chad Henne out of the game. The Dolphins should try using extra protection with their RBs to give their QBs more time to make plays. Also, when SD brings the blitz, Miami should try to counter with delayed screens to their backs. 

Importance of Third Down 

The Dolphins need to perform better on third down in the second half. Through the first few weeks of the season Miami has been horrible on third down, often being left in long-yardage situations. The Dolphins need to focus on gaining positive yards on early downs while continuing to look for Davone Bess in short-yardage situations.

Red-Zone Success 

Miami has not been good in the red zone the first few weeks of the season. In the second half, they need to continue to put touchdowns on the board when they are nearing the goal line.