3 Miami Dolphins players that the Raiders need to account for

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 26: Long snapper Blake Ferguson #50, cornerback Jomal Wiltz #33 and defensive back Clayton Fejedelem #42 of the Miami Dolphins celebrate after Fejedelem gained 22 yards on a fake punt as cornerback Trayvon Mullen #27 of the Las Vegas Raiders looks on in the first half of their game at Allegiant Stadium on December 26, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Dolphins defeated the Raiders 26-25. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) /

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Aug 22, 2019; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins cornerback Eric Rowe (21) reacts after a pass interference call made against him during the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports /

Eric Rowe is no doubt the best Dolphins safety. He is clearly the leader of the group ahead of Jason McCourty, Jevon Holland, Brandon Jones, and Clayton Fejedelem.

Rowe has another very tough test on Sunday as he will be the one who is guarding Raiders tight end Darren Waller the most. Rowe has been the one in the past who usually covers opposing team’s tight ends and that should continue here.

Rowe has had a pretty good history covering tight ends. He is off to another very hot start this year. He is tied 4th among safeties allowing just 7 total receptions so far this season.

In the past, Rowe has famously locked down some top tight ends like George Kittle and Zach Ertz. But Darren Waller is on a whole other level.

In just 2 games this year, Waller already has 170 yards on 15 receptions with 1 touchdown. Behind Travis Kelce, Waller is right up there with Kittle on who the second best tight end in the league is.

Look for Rowe to do his best to take Waller out of the game plan as much as he can. The Raiders will definitely need to account for Rowe in their game preparation.

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