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(Message started by: StegRock on Feb 15th, 2006, 10:42pm)
Title: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Feb 15th, 2006, 10:42pm
An interesting take on the QB sitch... from a LOCAL source on "The REAL Feed":

Is Gus Frerotte really all that bad? (http://www.miamifootball365.com/dolphins/articles/gus-frerotte-dolphins150206.shtml)
NFL News: RealFootball365.com (15.02.2006 11:21)
The Miami Dolphins definitely have a high level of uncertainty at the quarterback position heading into free agency and the NFL draft.

Ultimately, I do not like Frerotte all too much, BUT the point is well-taken.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by DirkDiggler on Feb 19th, 2006, 10:29pm
RICKY WILLIAMS FAILS ANOTHER DRUG TEST!!!!  

Faces one year suspension!!

Major news.  Dolphins can't catch a break.  You think this will force the Dolphins to bring in another back?  Can you say Edge?

What an idiot Ricky Williams is......

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/news/13913976.htm?source=rss&channel=miamiherald_news
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by DirkDiggler on Feb 20th, 2006, 2:54pm

on 02/19/06 at 22:29:44, DirkDiggler wrote:
RICKY WILLIAMS FAILS ANOTHER DRUG TEST!!!!  

Faces one year suspension!!

Major news.  Dolphins can't catch a break.  You think this will force the Dolphins to bring in another back?  Can you say Edge?

What an idiot Ricky Williams is......

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/news/13913976.htm?source=rss&channel=miamiherald_news


Miami Herald is changing their story.  Apparently, Ricky MIGHT not have FAILED a drug test.  Now they are saying he might have just missed a test, which in the eyes of the NFL is one and the same.  HOWEVER, Ricky is traveling abroad in India, so he MAY have an excuse.

However, the second link is from ESPN reporting that he DID fail a test and it was NOT just a case of a missed test.....  the plot thickens......

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/13914908.htm

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2337252
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Chumpzilla on Feb 22nd, 2006, 6:58pm
Adam Schein and John Riggins (Sirius Radio Afternoon Blitz) reported that, based on their sources, Williams did fail a drug test.  It was not marijuanna but was an undetermined illegal substance.  Some rumors believe it may even have been a "performance enhancing" substance.

Regardless, it doesn't sound too promising for Williams.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Feb 22nd, 2006, 11:11pm
Regarding the Ricky sitch, here is a LOCAL report from off "the Gridiron Newsstand" confirming what Chumpman reported and then some:

"Ricky's positive test is not for pot (http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/football/nfl/miami_dolphins/13921386.htm)"

And, here's another LOCAL goodie...  The Fins and Vikes are supposedly in talks regarding a trade that would bring Culpepper to Miami:

"Culpepper option? (http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/football/nfl/miami_dolphins/13921500.htm)"
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 7th, 2006, 1:22am
Not a huge surprise in light of all the salary-cap mayhem...  From "The REAL Feed":

Dolphins cut 12-time Pro Bowl linebacker Seau (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2357050&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (06.03.2006 19:06)
Junior Seau was released by the Miami Dolphins on Monday, saving the team $2.92 million against the salary cap by parting ways with the 12-time Pro Bowl player.

Wonder if he'll head back to San Diego...???
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 12th, 2006, 4:47pm
Not really new news here, but, fellow gridironers, let's just continue to remain conscious of it...  From "The REAL Feed":

Dolphins in the mix for Brees, Culpepper (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/football/nfl/wires/03/12/2020.ap.fbn.nfl.rdp.3rd.ld.writethru.1085/index.html)
SI.com: NFL (12.03.2006 09:40)
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Tony_O on Mar 13th, 2006, 11:53am
A follow up to Steg's last clip....

Updated: March 12, 2006, 9:08 PM ET
Brees to visit Dolphins; leaves Saints without dealAssociated Press


NEW ORLEANS -- Free-agent quarterback Drew Brees showed good mobility Sunday, completing a visit with the Saints in New Orleans and then flying to Miami to talk with Dolphins officials.

The meetings were confirmed by Brees' agent, Tom Condon. He declined to characterize negotiations but said a deal was unlikely before Monday at the earliest, with Brees planning to remain in Miami overnight.

"I'm not going to talk to the Dolphins until [Monday]," Condon said.

Miami coach Nick Saban and general manager Randy Mueller also met Saturday with Brees in Birmingham, Ala., where he has been rehabilitating his surgically repaired right shoulder.

Brees went to New Orleans later Saturday and left Sunday without a deal. The Saints and Dolphins are considered front-runners to sign Brees, the top quarterback available in free agency.

"Those are the two teams we have scheduled so far," Condon said.

The Dolphins are also considering a trade for Minnesota Vikings quarterback Daunte Culpepper. Miami wants to upgrade the position after going 9-7 last season with Gus Frerotte at quarterback.

The Saints are pursing Brees as a replacement for Aaron Brooks.

"You've got a young ascending player who's proven at this level he can win," Saints coach Sean Payton said.

Brees spent the last five seasons with the San Diego Chargers but reached a stalemate with them on a new contract.

Before leaving New Orleans, Brees said the devastation of Hurricane Katrina wouldn't dissuade him from joining the Saints. He said he helped build winning teams at Purdue and San Diego, and the challenge of doing the same with the Saints appealed to him.

"I think being a part of that would be a great opportunity," he said.

Brees tore the labrum and damaged the rotator cuff in his throwing shoulder in the final game last season and underwent surgery Jan. 5. He said Sunday that he faces another four or five months of recovery and doesn't anticipate any long-term effects.

There are also health questions regarding Culpepper, who has asked the Vikings to trade him. He tore three ligaments in his right knee Oct. 30.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Tony_O on Mar 13th, 2006, 11:55am
Miami gets some help on D!!!!


Updated: March 13, 2006, 10:47 AM ET
Dolphins agree to deals with LB Hodge, CB GoodmanAssociated Press


MIAMI -- Free-agent linebacker Sedrick Hodge and cornerback Andre' Goodman agreed to contract terms with the Miami Dolphins, their agent said Monday.

Hodge and Goodman are expected to contend for starting jobs that became vacant when Miami released veterans Junior Seau and Sam Madison.

Hodge, who spent his first five NFL seasons with New Orleans, agreed to a two-year deal worth $2 million with up to $1 million in incentives, agent Brian Mackler said. Goodman, who spent his first four seasons with Detroit, agreed to a three-year, $5 million deal with a potential $2.5 million in incentives, Mackler said.

Dolphins general manager Randy Mueller drafted Hodge when he was with the Saints in 2001. Hodge made 51 tackles last season.

Goodman started eight games last year for the Lions and had a career-high three interceptions.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by sameoldsameold on Mar 13th, 2006, 1:35pm
dolphins sign OT

Dolphins | Shelton signed Published Mon Mar 13 12:17:00 p.m. ET 2006
(KFFL) MiamiDolphins.com reports the Miami Dolphins have signed free-agent OT L.J. Shelton (Browns) to a four-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Tony_O on Mar 14th, 2006, 1:04pm
03/14 12:21 Dolphins: Mare may be cut
THE NEWS
The Dolphins may cut kicker Olindo Mare after he rejected a proposed pay cut. He is scheduled to make $1.4 million in salary this season.

Former Colts kicker Mike Vanderjagt was in Miami Monday, and he could be the alternative to Mare, though he would likely come with an even higher price tag than Mare.  
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by sameoldsameold on Mar 14th, 2006, 1:25pm
suppose to happen today?

Dolphins | Culpepper about to join team?
Tue, 14 Mar 2006 10:01:03 -0800

Sean Jensen, of the Pioneer Press, reports Minnesota Vikings QB Daunte Culpepper is expected to be traded to the Miami Dolphins Tuesday, March 14, for a second-round draft choice in the upcoming NFL Draft.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by BarnabyWilde on Mar 14th, 2006, 1:34pm
This was on the front page of CBS Sportsline:

BREAKING NEWS
Report: Daunte's the first domino to fall
Vikings quarterback is on his way to Miami for a second-round pick, the St. Paul Pioneer Press and Miami Herald report. Does the move also signify Drew Brees going to the Saints and Matt Leinart to the Titans?
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Tony_O on Mar 14th, 2006, 1:43pm
Follow up with details.....


Updated: March 14, 2006, 1:31 PM ET
Vikings deal Culpepper to Miami for second-round pickBy John Clayton
ESPN.com


The Dolphins decided to stop waiting for Chargers quarterback Drew Brees to lower his contract demands and opted to give the Vikings a second-round choice to acquire quarterback Daunte Culpepper.

Culpepper had been talking to the Dolphins for the past week, expressing his desire to be with the Dolphins along with showing a willingness to rework his contract to fit into the Dolphins salary cap. Contract talks between the Dolphins and Brees have been stalled because the Saints had more money and more guarantees on the table from the Saints.

Vikings coach Brad Childress said recently Culpepper is on schedule in his rehab from surgery in which he tore three knee ligaments after having a trainer fly to Florida to meet with Culpepper. The recovery time from such major surgery is 12 months, but Culpepper has told the Dolphins that he's ahead of schedule and may be able to play before September.

Finding a quarterback this offseason was Nick Saban's main objective. Though he liked Brees, he was unwilling to give him $10 million in guarantees after he is coming off shoulder surgery.

Culpepper's trade clears the stage for the Saints to get Brees.

John Clayton is a senior NFL writer for ESPN.com.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by BarnabyWilde on Mar 14th, 2006, 1:43pm
Here is another link:
http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/5411538
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 14th, 2006, 1:52pm
Huh, guys...  I just saw these pieces from a reputable LOCAL source on "the Gridiron Newsstand":

"Sources: Brees prefers Dolphins (http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/football/14092955.htm)"

"Brees would provide Dolphins with a more solid foundation (http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/football/14092953.htm)"

[smiley=shrug.gif]
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by junkyardjake on Mar 14th, 2006, 2:00pm
Dolphins just signed Culpepper !
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 14th, 2006, 2:03pm
Here's the link for that from "the (old reliable) Gridiron Newsstand":

"Dolphins trade for Culpepper; Brees signs with Saints (http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/football/pro/dolphins/sfl-culpepper031406,0,6445853.story?coll=sfla-dolphins-front)"
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Tony_O on Mar 15th, 2006, 6:25pm
Dolphins re-sign Minor
Unrestricted free agent tailback Travis Minor has re-signed with the Miami Dolphins, netting a one-year contract, the financial details of which were not immediately available.

A five-year veteran, Minor has appeared in 75 games and carried 258 times for 1,059 yards and eight touchdowns. In 2005, he carried only five times for 17 yards. The former Florida State standout can also return kickoffs and is a solid special teams player.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 20th, 2006, 6:15pm
Updating the events of our weekend of disaster... [smiley=yikes.gif] From "The REAL Feed":

Dolphins reach deal with former Giants CB Allen (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2375948&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (19.03.2006 19:48)
The Dolphins ahve reached a four-year, $12 million deal with Giants cornerback Will Allen.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 26th, 2006, 3:20pm
According to LOCAL sources on "The REAL Feed", it seems that the Phins' signing of Culpepper has not satisfied their appetite for QB's... in the upcoming NFL Draft.  In particular, they are sniffing around a Culpepper clone:

Dolphins invite Young to workout (http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/14189279.htm?source=rss&channel=miamiherald_sports)
Miami Herald: Sports (26.03.2006 06:21)
Despite having the No. 16 overall pick in the NFL draft and having already traded for Daunte Culpepper, the Dolphins appear to be interested in another prominent quarterback.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Mar 29th, 2006, 1:33am
Joey comin' in for a visit...  From "The REAL Feed":

Harrington to visit Dolphins, Bengals this week (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2387665&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (28.03.2006 18:00)
League and team sources, here for the annual NFL owners meetings, confirmed Tuesday that Detroit Lions quarterback Joey Harrington will visit with the Miami Dolphins and Cincinnati Bengals over the next few days.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 9th, 2006, 11:55am
Update on Ricky... [smiley=bonghit.gif]From off "The REAL Feed":

Williams' NFL future on the line in Monday hearing (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2402518&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (09.04.2006 10:21)
The football future of Miami Dolphins tailback Ricky Williams, both short- and long-term, could be on the line Monday, as the NFL convenes a hearing to consider the appeal of the erstwhile runner.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 11th, 2006, 12:00am
Two-in-one reporting goin' on here...  From "The REAL Feed"...

Update on Culpepper's ailing knee:

Culpepper says rehab going well, hopes to play Week 1 (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2404206&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (10.04.2006 19:36)
Daunte Culpepper said Monday that "things are looking good" with his knee rehabilitation and he still hopes to be ready to play in Week 1 in September.

Latest on Ricky's [smiley=rasta.gif] + [smiley=footballsmiley.gif] issues:

Williams appeals positive drug test; results pending (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2404155&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (10.04.2006 19:36)
Ricky Williams and his lawyer met Monday with NFL counsel Jeff Pash, seeking to have the league overturn a positive drug test that could cost him the entire 2006 season.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 11th, 2006, 11:35pm
Williams decision not to come anytime soon...  From "The REAL Feed":

No timetable set for Williams decision (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/football/nfl/wires/04/11/2020.ap.fbn.dolphins.williams.hearing.0242/index.html)
SI.com: NFL (11.04.2006 12:36)
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 20th, 2006, 2:34pm
Latest on Harrington to Miami to back up Culpepper...  From "The REAL Feed":

Harrington picks Dolphins, awaits Millen's move (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2414492&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (19.04.2006 21:43)
Joey Harrington finally decided he wants Miami to be his new home. Now, he's asking Lions president Matt Millen to give him the chance to go there.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 23rd, 2006, 7:10pm
Ricky update...  From "The REAL Feed":

Ricky Williams picture may clear up this week (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2418934&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (23.04.2006 17:00)
This could be the week in which the football future of erstwhile Miami Dolphins tailback Ricky Williams, who faces a year-long suspension from the league over allegations of a fourth violation of the substance abuse policy, is determined.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Callie on Apr 25th, 2006, 7:44pm
NFL suspends Ricky Williams for 2006
 (http://www.kansascity.com/mld/kansascity/sports/football/nfl/kansas_city_chiefs/14426826.htm)
AP(04/25/06)

Miami Dolphins running back Ricky Williams was suspended for the 2006 season by the NFL on Tuesday for violating the league's substance abuse policy for the fourth time.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 27th, 2006, 6:28am
Draft "psycho-analysis" [smiley=gonecrazy.gif] ... ;) from a LOCAL source on "The REAL Feed":

It's a case of reverse psychology (http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/14437994.htm?source=rss&channel=miamiherald_sports)
Miami Herald: Sports (27.04.2006 03:42)
The Dolphins have held talks with several teams, including the Minnesota Vikings and New York Jets, about trading first-round picks in Saturday's NFL Draft.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 30th, 2006, 12:23am
Rasta Ricky still in good with Coach Saban...  From "The REAL Feed":

Dinner on the porch for Ricky, Saban (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/football/nfl/wires/04/29/2020.ap.fbn.dolphins.williams.0338/index.html)
SI.com: NFL (29.04.2006 19:45)

Ricky must get Nick the best gange... [smiley=kb.gif] ... [smiley=rollinwithlaughter.gif]
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 30th, 2006, 9:02am
Stuff regarding Ricky, Harrington, etc., etc... from a LOCAL source on "The REAL Feed":

No CFL ruling on Ricky, Saban says (http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/14465247.htm?source=rss&channel=miamiherald_sports)
Miami Herald: Sports (30.04.2006 04:45)
Dolphins coach Nick Saban said Saturday afternoon he and suspended running back Ricky Williams hadn't had serious conversations about Williams possibly playing in the Canadian Football League during Williams year away from the NFL.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by BarnabyWilde on May 2nd, 2006, 4:05pm
Marcus Vick to attend Dophins mini camp, to audition for the team:

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2430107
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on May 6th, 2006, 4:03pm
Rasta Ricky update...  From "The REAL Feed":

Traveling an option for Ricky Williams (AP) (http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ap-dolphins-williams&prov=ap&type=lgns)
Yahoo! News: Democratic Party (06.05.2006 04:00)
Serving a one-year NFL suspension, frequent flier Ricky Williams has plenty of time for more world travel, which is fine with Miami Dolphins coach Nick Saban. The Dolphins are devising a training regimen for their enigmatic running back during his enforced hiatus. "He can work out in India or Ca...

He should just come over and throw his hat in on "the Gridiron"... ;) ... [smiley=kb.gif]
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Callie on May 7th, 2006, 1:31pm
Looks like little Vick is less than Irrelevant (fans chanted for Vick to go last, Mr. Irrelevant, at the NFL Draft):

Quarterback Marcus Vick has been inconsistent during the first two days of the Dolphins' minicamp and, barring a stellar day on Sunday, seems unlikely to get a contract offer from the team.

Marcus Vick not impressive in Dolphins camp (http://www.mercurynews.com/mld/mercurynews/sports/14519692.htm)
The Mercury News (05/06/06)

Dolphins coach Nick Saban has characterized Vick's time with Miami this weekend as, "a date.  We're not getting married," he said.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on May 8th, 2006, 7:12pm
In very different fashion than Vick, and I'm not just talking sides of the ball here, another once bright career of a rookie youngster looks like it may never get off the ground...  From "The REAL Feed":

Dolphins rookie DT Wright has shoulder surgery (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2437750&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (08.05.2006 18:07)
Rookie defensive tackle Rodrique Wright, whose surprising plummet in the draft ended when the Miami Dolphins finally selected him in the seventh round, underwent Monday surgery to repair the torn right rotator cuff which prompted his slide.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Callie on May 12th, 2006, 3:01pm
Joey Harrington to the Dolphins deal is gonna get done:

Trade for Lions' Harrington expected to be done today (http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/sfl-dolnotes12may12,0,7850562.story?coll=sfla-sports-front)
South Florida Sun-Sentinel (06/12/06)

The Dolphins reached agreement on a two-year contract with Harrington last month but were unable to finalize trade compensation with Detroit. The contentious negotiations raised the possibility that the Lions wouldn't release Harrington until June 15, which is when he is due a $4 million roster bonus.

By completing the deal now, Harrington can participate in the bulk of the Dolphins' offseason practices, which begin Monday at team headquarters.


Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on May 15th, 2006, 6:26pm
Early competition for Joey... long-term tutoring project for Daunte...  Vick, finally, brought in...  From the OFFICIAL source available on "the Gridiron Newsstand":

"Dolphins Sign Four Free Agents For 2006 (http://www.miamidolphins.com/pressbox/pressreleases/pressreleases.asp?contentID=4491&lid=4491)"

Any thoughts on whether or not Marcus has any hope of making it...???
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Callie on May 15th, 2006, 6:53pm
I don't have a link anymore, but I read yesterday that he's going to get a shot.  The quote was something about Saban being "intrigued..."   [smiley=joker.gif]

Edit:

OK - Finally got a minute to look up another link, and it's official:

Dolphins sign Marcus Vick as receiver/QB (http://msnbc.msn.com/id/12806103/)
MSNBC (06/15/06)

Saban insists Miami won't tolerate any problems from troubled player
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on May 17th, 2006, 4:58pm
Boy,... if we all only had on-the-job accountability like this...  Don't for a moment think that NFL salaries, though the lowest of the big three professional sports, aren't out-of-control, too (it's just that the others are MORE so), lest you run the risk of being a totally deluded soul walking the earth...  From "The REAL Feed":

Dolphins to pay Harrington $3.75m in guaranteed cash (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2448468&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (17.05.2006 15:00)
In addition to the late-round draft pick surrendered to the Detroit Lions, the minimum cost of quarterback Joey Harrington will be just under $4 million.

That's atrocious... :-X for a guy who's done nothing in/with his career... [smiley=no.gif]
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jun 9th, 2006, 6:01pm
Early indications on "The REAL Feed" are that Culpepper's rehab is going just "swimmingly" down in Miami...

Culpepper's first public workout with Dolphins draws praise (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/football/nfl/wires/06/09/2020.ap.fbn.dolphins.culpepper.1st.ld.writethru.0604/index.html)
SI.com: NFL (09.06.2006 17:14)
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jun 10th, 2006, 8:57pm
Wilkinson maybe not done yet...  Currently topping "The REAL Feed":

Dolphins' Daddy? Miami interested in DT Wilkinson (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2478356&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (10.06.2006 16:17)
Defensive tackle Dan Wilkinson, released by the Detroit Lions last month, visited with Miami Dolphins officials earlier this week team officials confirmed, and coach Nick Saban said Saturday that his team is interested in adding the 12-year veteran.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jun 11th, 2006, 4:52pm
"Catch" this???  ...  From "The REAL Feed":

Marcus Vick catching on as WR at Dolphins' camp (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2479349&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (11.06.2006 11:05)
When it comes to catching the football, Marcus Vick seems to be, well, catching on.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jun 15th, 2006, 10:42pm
Dolphins bolstering O-line... according to "The REAL Feed":

Dolphins sign G Anderson, release two (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/default.asp?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/ABN4025405.htm)
he Sports Network: NFL (15.06.2006 20:09)
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jul 26th, 2006, 6:34am
Returning O-lineman Meadows sniffs around the fish [smiley=fish.gif] to see if he can't help out with their renaissance...  From "The REAL Feed":

Tackle contacts Dolphins (http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/15122786.htm?source=rss&channel=miamiherald_sports)
Miami Herald: Sports (26.07.2006 04:34)
Now that offensive tackle Adam Meadows wants back into the NFL and has been freed to go wherever he wants, the Dolphins are one team that Meadows' agent, Don Henderson, has contacted.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jul 26th, 2006, 6:26pm
Culpepper to be able to participate from day one of training camp... according to "The REAL Feed":

Culpepper ready to start training camp (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/football/nfl/wires/07/26/2020.ap.fbn.dolphins.culpepper.0333/index.html)
SI.com: NFL (26.07.2006 16:06)
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by MordecaiCourage on Jul 31st, 2006, 9:20am
Ronnie ready to roll........From off "The REAL Feed":

Brown poised to become Dolphins' workhorse (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/football/nfl/wires/07/31/2020.ap.fbn.dolphins.brown.0589/index.html)  
SI.com: NFL (31.07.2006 06:32)
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) -At age 24 and a year out of college, Ronnie Brown has landed his first full-time job..
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 8th, 2006, 8:11am
...And, then there was one... since Miami's first-rounder is now in... according to "The REAL Feed":

Reports: Miami, rookie Allen agree on six-year deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2542873&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (08.08.2006 02:31)
The Miami Dolphins and rookie free safety Jason Allen agreed on a six-year contract Monday, multiple media outlets in Florida reported.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 9th, 2006, 3:58pm
Culpepper may be ready to play in the team's preseason opener... according to "The REAL Feed":

Culpepper may play in Dolphins exhibition opener (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/football/nfl/wires/08/07/2020.ap.fbn.dolphins.culpepper.0248/index.html)
SI.com: NFL (07.08.2006 21:36)

(Man, was I tired... [smiley=yawn.gif] or what?  Did you guys see that I had originally posted this to the "EAGLES Offseason Report" thread???  YIKES! [smiley=yikes.gif] ... [smiley=doh.gif])
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 13th, 2006, 6:48pm
Seau is closing out his career...  From "The REAL Feed":

Seau to retire as Charger after 16 years (http://cbs.sportsline.com/nfl/story/9599584/rss)
CBS SportsLine.com NFL News (13.08.2006 16:11)
Junior Seau, a 12-time Pro Bowl linebacker who played with the San Diego Chargers and the Miami Dolphins during a 16-year NFL career, will announce his retirement Monday.

He will be "sorely" missed... and, I suppose, sorely "not missed"... :D
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 14th, 2006, 6:09pm
Dolphins work to bolster D-line...  From "The REAL Feed":

Dolphins sign Wilkinson (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/default.asp?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/ABN4035582.htm)
The Sports Network: NFL (14.08.2006 17:12)
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 28th, 2006, 7:45am
From a LOCAL source on "The REAL Feed":

Dolphins' running game is stuck in neutral (http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/15377239.htm?source=rss&channel=miamiherald_sports)
Miami Herald: Sports (28.08.2006 05:36)
Another year under offensive line coach Hudson Houck, another year of physical and NFL maturity for running back Ronnie Brown, another couple of free agents added and the Dolphins were supposed to have a potent ground game for the first time since 2002.

Should we be concerned or is there nothing here to be worried about???
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 2nd, 2006, 11:45pm
With available RB's, the "keep only 2 RB's" part of this headline is worth noting...  From "The REAL Feed":

Dolphins release Vick, keep only 2 RBs (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/football/nfl/wires/09/02/2020.ap.fbn.dolphins.cuts.0376/index.html)
SI.com: NFL (02.09.2006 23:31)
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by DOLFAN on Sep 3rd, 2006, 1:11am
Cutting Vick was not a surprise. I like the kid, but maybe we can keep him as a developmental guy.

Keeping 2 Rbs is just plain stupid!!!!!!!!!! Plus we kept only 1 FB. 3 total Rbs, WTF??? [smiley=ohshit.gif]

I know that we will get a RB off of waivers. I hope that it is Suggs...if healthy. I don't want Dayne, Davenport would ok too, but this is fucking stupid IMO. If Ronnie were to go down with injury, we are screwed  [smiley=scared.gif]. Maybe they have a trade deal set up or something. Either way this was a bad move.
Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by DirkDiggler on Sep 3rd, 2006, 9:48am

on 09/03/06 at 01:11:58, DOLFAN wrote:
Cutting Vick was not a surprise. I like the kid, but maybe we can keep him as a developmental guy.

Keeping 2 Rbs is just plain stupid!!!!!!!!!! Plus we kept only 1 FB. 3 total Rbs, WTF??? [smiley=ohshit.gif]

I know that we will get a RB off of waivers. I hope that it is Suggs...if healthy. I don't want Dayne, Davenport would ok too, but this is fucking stupid IMO. If Ronnie were to go down with injury, we are screwed  [smiley=scared.gif]. Maybe they have a trade deal set up or something. Either way this was a bad move.



I will give Miami credit.  They liked two guys and kept two guys.  The other smart thing they did was only kept 52 players. (one below the limit).  So the extra spot is for a RB off of waivers.  There are quite a few available.  The ones you mentioned plus others......


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