m o n day n i g h t : G i a n t s at d o l p h i n s

The New York Giants rank last in the NFL in pass defence, which will tempt the Miami Dolphins to revert to their old ways Monday night. After the Dolphins threw 58 times two weeks ago, they fired their offensive co- ordinator and passed only 19 times in last week’s win over Baltimore. But Miami’s newfound devotion to the ground game will be tested against New York. While both teams are 5- 7, only the Giants are in playoff contention. They began the weekend tied for first place in the woeful NFC East, while the Dolphins are last in the AFC East. Dolphins interim coach Dan Campbell has given quarterback Ryan Tannehill more input in preparing the game plan and more latitude to call audibles, but wants to rely less on his quarterback’s right arm. Tannehill is 0- 5 this year when he throws more than 40 times. Last week, with quarterbacks coach Zac Taylor calling plays for the first time, the Dolphins gained more yards rushing than passing for the first time since the 2014 opener. Lamar Miller ran for 113 yards against the Ravens. But everyone throws a lot against the Giants. They’re allowing 321 yards passing per game, have given up more completions than any other team and rank next to last in sacks with 15. Like Miami, New York has been a passing team most of the season. The Giants rank 29th in rushing and have only three touchdowns on the ground. The Dolphins will wear 1966 throwback jerseys to celebrate their 50th anniversary.