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October 4, 2014
Miami Dolphins will treat RB Kenyan Drake as starter Sunday
The Dolphins plan to treat rookie running back Kenyan Drake as the starter this week, though they will mix in other runners against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, according to multiple sources.
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Joe Haden Injury: Updates on Browns Star's Groin and Return
Cleveland Browns cornerback Joe Haden is nursing a groin injury that could prevent him from suiting up on Sunday against the Miami Dolphins Continue for updates. Haden Officially Questionable Friday, Sept...
Dolphins players organize town hall on race relations
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) -- Miami Dolphins safety Michael Thomas and linebacker Jelani Jenkins say they received death threats through social media following their national anthem protest, but remain committed to push for better race relations, which is why they helped organize a town hall with police and youth
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Michael Thomas Reveals Death Threats over National Anthem Protest
Miami Dolphins safety Michael Thomas told James Walker of ESPN.com that he has received death threats on social media after kneeling during the national anthem before games to protest racial oppression...
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Dolphins coach Adam Gase says 'almost' isn't good enough
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) -- In Week 1, the Miami Dolphins almost closed out a win in Seattle. In Week 2, they almost pulled off a great comeback in New England.
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Patriots, Dolphins face new challenges in week ahead
Under Bill Belichick the New England Patriots have, in many ways, mastered the art of getting headlining performances out of understudies. New England improved to 21-1 at home against the AFC East since 2009 with its 31-24 victory over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Miami Dolphins find
Garoppolo suffers sprained AC joint in Patriots' win
Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo suffered a sprained AC joint during the first half of the team's 31-24 victory over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.
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Patriots' Garoppolo injured, still beat Dolphins 31-24
Jimmy Garoppolo had three, first-half touchdown passes before leaving in the second quarter with a right shoulder injury as the New England Patriots outlasted the Miami Dolphins 31-24 on Sunday. It was the Patriots' eighth straight home victory over Miami (0-2). It came at a price as New England
Patriots try to extend Miami mastery without Brady
New England's Jimmy Garoppolo made a triumphant debut as an NFL starting quarterback as Tom Brady began his four-game "Deflategate" ban, but the Patriots must try to sustain that momentum Sunday against Miami. The Patriots come home after a 23-21 opening victory at Arizona to face a Dolphins
Source: Dolphins' Pouncey has small hip fracture
Dolphins center Mike Pouncey has a small fracture in his left hip and is scheduled to undergo a CT scan this week.
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Mario Williams: Miami scheme 'that much sweeter'
Dolphins defensive end Mario Williams, free from the restrictive aspects of Rex Ryan's multiple defenses in Buffalo, is thrilled to just be a pass rusher again.
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Arian Foster Comments on Recovery from Injury, Matchup vs. Seahawks, More
Veteran Arian Foster will lead the Miami Dolphins ' rushing attack Sunday when the team takes on the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1, and he made it clear Tuesday he doesn't intend to rest on his laurels after working his way back from injury...
NFL 2016: Dolphins look to end 7-season playoff drought
For the Miami Dolphins, the usual optimism of training camp lasted only until the first scrimmage, when a dismal showing by the offense prompted all kinds of dire commentary about how 2016 was going to be more of the same. Tackle Branden Albert, not one to overreact after nine years in the NFL, suggested
Titans start fast and beat Dolphins 21-10
Tennessee Titans coach Mike Mularkey decided his starters should play one series Thursday night, and for the defense, that meant a single snap. The Titans forced and recovered a fumble on the game's first play, setting up a touchdown as they beat Miami 21-10 in the Dolphins' remodeled stadium
6 new NFL head coaches try to lead turnarounds
New Miami Dolphins coach Adam Gase likes to talk trash to his players, and the team's performance in recent years has provided plenty of fodder. The Dolphins haven't had a winning season since Barack Obama became president. Last year they were outscored 139-65 by the rival Buffalo Bills and
Dolphins rookie Jakeem Grant inspired by celebrity lookalike Kevin Hart
Miami Dolphins rookie receiver Jakeem Grant has a very famous doppleganger -- comedian Kevin Hart. Grant takes jokes about the resemblance in stride.
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Dolphins DE Jordan ineligible for first six games
Dion Jordan, who had yet to do any on-field work with the Dolphins after having knee surgery, was placed on the reserve/NFI list.
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Dolphins' Jordan placed on reserve non-football injury list
Miami Dolphins defensive end Dion Jordan has been placed on the reserve non-football injury list, meaning he's ineligible for the first six games of the season. The move was expected after Jordan, the No. 3 overall draft pick in 2013, underwent minor knee surgery in late July. The underachieving
Mostly NFL Notes: A 2016 AFC Season Preview
AFC East New England Patriots 12-4 New York Jets 8-8 Buffalo Bills 7-9 Miami Dolphins 6-10
Dolphins trade McCain to Saints for draft pick
The New Orleans Saints acquired defensive end Chris McCain in a trade with the Miami Dolphins on Monday. The Dolphins will get a conditional seventh rounder, according to a league source.
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Dolphins WRs Stills, Parker hurt in practice
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) -- Miami Dolphins starting receivers Kenny Stills and DeVante Parker have left practice with injuries.
Two sides of the Kaepernick coin: One NFL player understands his stance, one disagrees
The torrent of opinions on Colin Kaepernick's decision not to stand for the National Anthem as a silent protest to racial injustice in the United States has not yet begun to slow, and Monday we saw NFL players on both sides of the discussion weigh in. In Miami, Dolphins running back Arian Foster was
Ndamukong Suh on Colin Kaepernick: 'You got to respect the man's opinion'
Miami Dolphins DT Ndamukong Suh said of Colin Kaepernick showing displeasure with racial oppression: "I definitely understand where he's coming from."
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Criticism of Colin Kaepernick's national anthem protest begins
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick knew that not standing for the national anthem would draw some criticism. A couple former NFL quarterbacks weighed in. Miami Dolphins running back Arian Foster, a former teammate of Yates with the Texans, argued with Yates on Twitter after saying it
Bengals' A.J. Green says he'll skip regular-season game if baby born that day
The Cincinnati Bengals' schedule has them playing the Miami Dolphins in Week 4 on Sept. 29. The following day, star wide receiver A.J. Green's first baby is due. Green says he'll skip a game if the baby arrives on a Bengals game day, via the Cincinnati Enquirer.
Falcons, Vic Beasley still struggling to rush the passer
The Atlanta Falcons didn't record a single sack in Thursday night's preseason tilt with the Miami Dolphins. Despite playing 29 snaps, the team's best pass rusher didn't record a QB hit. Rushing the passer could be a debilitating problem for the Falcons this year.
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Arian Foster helps lead Dolphins over Falcons 17-6
Running back Arian Foster had a 2-yard touchdown run in the Miami Dolphins' 17-6 win over the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday night. Foster, who joined the Dolphins during the offseason and is coming off an Achilles injury, had his most extensive playing time with his new team in the third preseason
Latest Updates on Keanu Neal's Knee Injury
Atlanta Falcons rookie safety Keanu Neal suffered a knee injury Thursday and was ruled out for the remainder of his team's preseason game against the Miami Dolphins, per D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution ...
Updates on Dolphins Star Ndamukong Suh's Injury
Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh suffered an ankle injury during Thursday's preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons. Continue for updates. Suh Leaves Game Thursday, Aug...
Updates on Falcons Star Julio Jones' Injury
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones suffered an ankle injury to his ankle during a preseason game against the Miami Dolphins on Thursday. It is unclear when he will be able to return...
Dolphins amp up Zika controls amid outbreak
The Miami Dolphins say they have intensified mosquito-control treatments at Hard Rock Stadium because of the Zika virus.
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NFL Betting: Atlanta Falcons vs. Miami Dolphins Odds, Preseason Analysis
Oddsmakers expect a close contest when the Atlanta Falcons and the Miami Dolphins meet for an NFL preseason game Thursday night at the Florida Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Florida, ...
Dolphins rookie Howard showing some swagger at cornerback
Being an aggressive cornerback, Xavien Howard interrupted an inquisitor's question Tuesday, and it went incomplete. The subject was Howard's most eye-catching attribute, and the Miami Dolphins rookie eagerly jumped in midway through the query. ''Ball skill,'' Howard answered
Adam Gase: Dolphins want 'long look' at Arian Foster
Arian Foster's short time as a Miami Dolphin has been less than productive. With the third preseason game on the horizon, head coach Adam Gase wants to see what he has in the backfield.
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NFL Preseason Week 3 Betting Preview: Dolphins, Seahawks Thursday Favorites
The most important week of the NFL preseason will kick off Thursday with a pair of key games, as the Miami Dolphins host the Atlanta Falcons and the Dallas Cowboys visit the Seattle Seahawks ...
NFL Preseason Week 3 Betting Preview: Dolphins, Seahawks Thursday Favorites
The most important week of the NFL preseason will kick off Thursday with a pair of key games, as the Miami Dolphins host the Atlanta Falcons and the Dallas Cowboys visit the Seattle Seahawks ...
Dolphins RB Isaiah Pead shining at unsettled position
Isaiah Pead is the Miami Dolphins' leading rusher this preseason, and there are other ways to measure his rising stock as he challenges for a roster spot and perhaps even a spot in the running back rotation. Early this year Pead was out of the NFL, living with his mom and distressed by his unfulfilled
Dolphins' Pouncey (hip) may miss season opener
Dolphins center Mike Pouncey will miss the rest of the preseason, and possibly the start of the regular season, with a left hip injury.
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Dolphins' Pouncey might miss opener because of hip injury
Miami Dolphins center Mike Pouncey has been sidelined by a left hip injury that could force him to miss the season opener. Pouncey was hurt in Friday's exhibition game at Dallas. Coach Adam Gase said Sunday that Pouncey will likely sit out the final two exhibition games.
Mike Pouncey Injury: Updates on Dolphins Center's Hip and Return
Miami Dolphins center Mike Pouncey's injury woes continue, as the 27-year-old is dealing with an injured hip, according to Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post Continue for updates...
Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill takes advantage of quality pass protection
Ryan Tannehill had a quality day against the Cowboys thanks to some changes to the lineup up front and the Dolphins opening up the playbook.
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Kenny Stills' two-score game encouraging for Dolphins
Miami's defense left gaping holes for Cowboys running backs to waltz through, resulting in a blowout defeat. But the Dolphins have one bright spot from the game in their receiving corps.
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Romo, Prescott lead Dallas win; Dolphins move with Tannehill
Tony Romo led a touchdown drive in his preseason debut once the Dallas offense stopped committing holding penalties, rookie backup quarterback Dak Prescott had a strong encore and Ryan Tannehill finally got the Miami Dolphins moving. Alfred Morris finished the second of Romo's two possessions with
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Dolphins OC: We need 'big plays' from tight ends
The Dolphins are only one game into their 2016 campaign, but offensive coordinator Clyde Christensen has already targeted where Miami's missing production needs to come from: the tight end position.
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Dolphins' Hard Rock Stadium deal is for nearly $250 million
''I've never broken a guitar before,'' receiver Jarvis Landry said with a grin. Defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh, safety Reshad Jones and rapper Pitbull also were involved in the ceremonial smashing. The stadium, which opened in 1987, is home to the Dolphins, Miami Hurricanes and
Tony Romo will play for Cowboys vs. Dolphins on Friday
Tony Romo is set to make his preseason debut on Friday. Stephen Jones, Cowboys executive vice president, says the quarterback will see playing time against the Miami Dolphins.
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Top-pick Tunsil still trying to make Dolphins' first team
Miami first-round draft pick Laremy Tunsil has yet to make the first team at guard in training camp, which suggests the Dolphins have an established offensive line. The Dolphins ranked 24th in the NFL in rushing and 26th in sacks last year, and this summer they've shuffled personnel at guard trying
Why a 47-year-old Miami Dolphins coach wore pads, helmet in practice
For one Miami Dolphins assistant coach, it meant suiting up in full pads to get his point across. Shawn Jefferson, the Dolphins' wide receivers coach, played 13 years in the NFL with the San Diego Chargers, New England Patriots, Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions, and has spent the past few years coaching
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Dolphins' home to be named Hard Rock Stadium
The Miami Dolphins' home is getting a new name. After previously being known as Sun Life Stadium, the Dolphins will now play their home games in Hard Rock Stadium.
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Is Jay Ajayi Primed for a Breakout Fantasy Showing?
Heading into the 2016 fantasy football season, there are still quite a few questions we're waiting to get answers to. One of those questions hails from South Beach and the Miami Dolphins...
