Aug 11, 2012; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks defensive back Kam Chancellor (31) during the pre game introductions for the game between the Seattle Seahawks and the Tennessee Titans at CenturyLink Field. Seattle defeated Tennessee 27-17. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-US PRESSWIRE

I will be looking at the key players and match ups in the two Sunday games, the Colts at Baltimore and the Sea hawks at the Redskins. On Sunday we will see something that does not happen too much. Three rookie quarterbacks will be trying to gain some playoff experience and come away with a W.

The first game will be the Colts against the Ravens. The veterans vs the rookies. Coming into this game the Colts have 11 rookies on their active roster being lead by the first overall pick in the 2012 draft, Andrew Luck. The Ravens, on the other hand have an older roster with 18 players who have at least 6 years of NFL experience.

On offense the Colts and Ravens are very different teams. The Colts have had outstanding play from their rookie star at Quarterback. Andrew Luck has produced 23 touchdowns to 18 interceptions, not to mention setting a new rookie record for passing yards. The running game has been off and on all season, with the combination of Vick Ballard and Donald Brown. They have produced about 1,200 yards and have scored only three touchdowns. The Ravens will be lead by a veteran play caller Joe Flacco, who seems to think he is an elite quarterback. He has 22 touchdowns and 10 interceptions, also throwing about 3,700 yards. Elite? Maybe not, but they do have one of the best at the running back position in Ray Rice. He has averaged 4.4 yards a carry this year and has been a consistent play maker all season. But as I have said this is a Quarterback driven league, advantage- Colts

For over the last decade the Ravens have always been known by their defense, lead by one of the all time greats at middle Linebacker, that being Ray Lewis. He is the heart and soul of the Ravens defense. Lewis said that he was going to retire at the end of the season. This will be his last ride, and his team wants him to go out in a bang. These guys will give it all for Ray, and probably play at a level they have not all season. The Colts on the other hand are a very young defense lead by two veterans  Robert Mathis and Dwight Freeney. They are a young and hungry defense but not as experienced in the playoffs. The edge has to be given to the Ravens.

I expect this to be a great game, and be within the 7 point spread. But I still expect the Ravens to come out with a W at home behind Ray Lewis. 20-17 Ravens

The second game will feature two great young rookie quarterbacks. Robert Griffin the second overall pick in the draft, and Russel Wilson the mid third round pick  in the draft. Don’t prejudge Wilson by where is was picked, he is playing like a first rounder.

Both of these offenses have a very mobile and smart quarterback. RG3 for the Redskins has thrown for 3,200 yards and thrown 20 TDs. Wilson has thrown for 3,100 yards and 26  touchdowns. It has been a while since two rookie quarterbacks have preformed so well. Just like at quarterback the Redskins have a rookie running back as well. Alfred Morris has also played like a veteran for the Skins. He has averaged 4.8 yards a carry and scored 13 TDs. The Sea hawks have one of the best at running back in MarShawn Lynch, who has averaged 5 yards a carry this season and has scored 11 touchdowns throughout the season. Both of these offenses are able to make plays and be explosive, but I have to give the Advantage to the Redskins.

On the defensive side of the ball one team is the clear favorite. Washington has only given up less then ten points ONCE this season. Defense becomes key in the playoffs and that is something the Redskins lack. The Sea hawks on the other hand has been an outstanding defensive team all season. They have given up 17 points or less 10 times on the season, lead by two monsters at corner back  That being Richard Sherman and Brandon Browner. The Sea hawks are the better team on defense.

Both teams have explosive offenses, but the Sea hawks are able to make more plays on defense and that is why they will leave Washington with a W.

Nov.25, 2012; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins kicker Dan Carpenter (5) reacts after kicking the winning field goal against the Seattle Seahawks at Sun Life Stadium. The Dolphins won 24-21. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-US PRESSWIRE

After a brutal beating against the Buffalo Bills 19-14 in week 11, the Miami Dolphins had a week to prepare and Sunday it was evident they wanted to transform their season with a 24-21 victory over an elite Seattle Seahawks team.

Adversity will come in strides, but how you overcome those challenges will make you stronger and stronger. Joe Philbin’s team was down 14-7 for most of the game and there was a ton of doubt whether the team could pull off a victory.

There was little hope for a comeback due to the common trend of the Miami Dolphins unsuccessful fourth quarters throughout the 2012 season. With that, a miraculous touchdown pass came into play with the tandem of Ryan Tannehill to Charles Clay to knotted up the score at 21.

Week in and week out there is an unknown which Reggie Bush would rise to the playing field. This week it was the running back finding daylight and gaping holes through one of the toughest defenses in the NFL. Bush recorded 14 carries for 87 yards, and a score.

Miami’s defense came out exponentially active and strong allowing Seattle’s elite running back Marshawn Lynch to rush for 46 yards.

Seattle’s uprising star, Russell Wilson, had his way recording 21-27, 224 yard, and two touchdowns, but in spurts he showed hesitance in and out of the pocket as Miami’s defensive line exposed his mobility tactics and minset.

With less than two minutes on the clock, Miami had one drive to score. Subsequently, the Ryan Tannehill production in the early stages of the season rose to the occasion. The first-year quarterback posted 253 yard, one touchdown, and one interception.

The composed and poised quarterback led his team down the field in a location for his team to win the game–the 25-yard line. Miami’s kicker Dan Carpenter had missed five field goals over the course of the season, but when it mattered he nailed the 43-yard field goal to seal the victory for the Miami Dolphins (5-6).

Nov. 15, 2012; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Miami Dolphins running back Reggie Bush (22) takes to the field before a game against the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-US PRESSWIRE

This Sunday the Miami Dolphins(4-6) look to put an end to a three game losing streak, starting with the Seattle Seahawks(6-4) at Sun Life Stadium. Miami has lost there last three games, after destroying the New York Jets 30-9, while the Seahawks are on a two game wining streak.

Both teams will have a rookie QB starting, which will be the Dolphins second rookie QB to play against this season. Both Dolphins, Ryan Tannehill, and Seahawks, Russell Wilson, have exceeded expectations and weren’t even suppose to start the season at QB for these teams.  They were said to need at least one or two years to develop before they could make any impact for there teams.

Miami’s struggles the past three weeks aren’t one dimensional. Both the offense and defense have struggled while the special teams, lead by Olivier Vernon, has been very impressive. Cornerback Sean Smith has been the biggest disappointment on the defensive side of the ball after starting the season looking like an elite corner. Quarterback Tannehill has been on a slump the past few weeks with throwing more interceptions then touchdowns. There are many problems with consistency on this Dolphins team, but they are also a relatively young team as well.

This week there are again numerous things that could be put for individual expectations. We have seen more things the past few weeks that have made us scream and yell at our television’s then cheer. But there are still some things the Dolphins have done that they are excelling in. Not much, but some.

Here are my top five Individual Expectations this week against the visiting Seattle Seahawks:

1. Dolphins Rushing Offense- Where has Reggie Bush, Daniel Thomas, and Lamar Miller gone? The Dolphins rushing offense was absolutely horrific last week against the Division Rival Buffalo Bills. Reggie Bush and Daniel Thomas had a combined 53 yards rushing against the worst rush defense in the NFL. If Reggie keeps running like he has for the past few weeks, his chances of being resigned are slim.  It’s time for this rushing attack to step it up! Can they get going again against the Seahawks?

2. Dolphins Secondary Defense- Instead of focusing just on CB Sean Smith and his issues, I have chosen the whole secondary defense.  We all know Sean Smith is having a problem keeping up with his assignments and getting into possition for turnovers, but CB Nolan Carroll had an embarrassing performance last week.  Bills QB, Ryan Fitzpatrick, picked on Carroll all game long. Carroll received back to back Defensive Pass Interference calls, and his receiver’s had numerous completions because he couldn’t keep his receivers in check.  Not to mention this is the same secondary which allowed Colts rookie QB, Andrew Luck, to break the rookie record for passing yards in a single game. How much of an issue will Seahawks rookie, Russell Wilson, be?

3. Dolphins Offensive Line- Again, last week I witnessed several balls batted down by the defensive line.  This offensive line has to do a better job keeping there assignments in check. Another big problem the offensive line needs to get fixed is allowing too much pressure, and sacks, on rookie QB Ryan Tannehill. This is the worst thing this offensive line could do, because it not only puts Tannehill at risk for another injury, but it also keeps a mental note in the back of his mind that they are getting through easily.

LT Jake Long is in the same situation RB Reggie Bush is in. Both are at the end of there contracts, and neither have been performing like they want to be resigned. Can Jake Long and this offensive line get back on track after having a long week to prepare?

4. Dolphins Rushing Defense- The past few weeks the run defense has steadily declined. They are being kept under control by the opposing offensive line’s and can’t seem to get to the running backs. Will they be able to keep the Seahawks under control this week?

5. Ryan Tannehill(Quarterback)- The past three week Ryan Tannehill has had 5 interceptions and only 2 touchdowns. That’s including the embarrassing loss to the Tennessee Titan’s where he had 3 interceptions and no touchdowns. Tannehill also has a problem with getting balls batted down by the defensive line. He’s still a rookie and we have to remember that, but his performance the past few weeks has been anything but awesome.  I know Tannehill can play very well and be just as good as the rest of this rookie class because we’ve seen it this season. I will be watching to see if Ryan Tannehill can out perform Russell Wilson.

Those are my top five for this week. Do you have a top 5 individual expectations list?