NFL: 5 Injuries That Will Shape Playoffs

By Evan Massey | Dec 14, 2014

Nov 9, 2014; Glendale, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer reacts as he is taken off the field on a cart after suffering an injury in the second half against the St. Louis Rams at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Cardinals defeated the Rams 31-14. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 7, 2014; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins running back Knowshon Moreno (28) extends the ball across the goal line for a touchdown against the New England Patriots in the second half at Sun Life Stadium. Miami won 33-20. Mandatory Credit: Brad Barr-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Knowshon Moreno, Miami Dolphins

Knowshon Moreno was signed by the Miami Dolphins this past offseason to be a threat in the rushing game. He was able to do just that in the first week of the season, carrying the football 24 times for 134 yards an a touchdown. Unfortunately, he would then face two injuries that would eventually end his season.

Miami is now stuck with Lamar Miller as the starting running back, and could really use a dominant ground game. Ryan Tannehill has shown signs of improvement this season, and has the Dolphins in position to make a run at the playoffs. They are 7-6, and have a huge game against the New England Patriots, and two very winnable games.

There are plenty of reasons to believe that the Dolphins could still get into the playoffs, but they would certainly be able to use Moreno.

Next: 2. Sam Bradford, St. Louis Rams

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