May 2013
27 posts
Miami Dolphins Player Quotes - OTA's - 5.21.13
MIAMI DOLPHINS PLAYER QUOTES
Tuesday, May 21st, 2013
[[MORE]]
Quarterback Ryan Tannehill
(On what he’s learned about Dustin Keller, Brandon Gibson and Mike Wallace so far) – “Yeah you know we’re still learning, but I’m excited about what I see from those guys. They’re all getting a grasp on the offense and we’re starting to get a lot of reps with each other, so (we’re going to) continue...
Miami Dolphins Quotes - Joe Philbin - 5.21.13
(Opening Statement) – “I just wanted to start and recognize our 2012 award winners. The Don Shula Leadership Award went to Mike Pouncey, the Dan Marino Most Valuable Player Award went to Cameron Wake, and the Nat Moore Community Award went to Brandon Fields. I think they were three excellent choices and the three of them are well deserving of the award. With that, we can open up for questions.”
...
STATEMENT FROM STEVE ROSS ON SUPER BOWL L AND LI
“Congratulations to San Francisco and Houston on Super Bowl L and LI. However, we don’t think there’s a better place in the country to host Super Bowl than right here in South Florida. I am grateful for the hard work and creative energy that the South Florida Super Bowl Host Committee showed in their bid. Today’s decision doesn’t dampen our enthusiasm to pursue Super Bowls in the...
2012 Miami Dolphins Team Awards Announced
MIAMI. FL – Defensive End Cameron Wake was named the Dan Marino Most Valuable Player Award, center Mike Pouncey won the Don Shula Leadership Award winner and punter Brandon Fields took home the Nat Moore Community Service Award, it was announced today.
[[MORE]]
This was the first time that Wake has won Dan Marino Most Valuable Player Award which is voted on by the South Florida media. In 2012,...
Dolphins Sign Mike Gillislee
MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins have signed running back Mike Gillislee, it was announced today.
[[MORE]]
Gillislee was Miami’s first fifth-round selection (164th overall) in the 2013 NFL Draft out of the University of Florida. He played in 49 games during his career at Florida, rushing 389 times for 2,072 yards and 20 touchdowns. He also caught 23 passes for 182 yards and two touchdowns.
Born November...
3 tags
SHOWTIME WINS MIAMI DOLPHINS FOUNDATION FISHING...
[[MORE]]
Miami Beach – Chevy’s Showtime outweighed Cheesie Fishing by 22.6 pounds to claim the top overall prize in the 2013 Miami Dolphins Foundation Fishing Tournament presented by the South Florida Chevy Dealers. Over 80 boats registered for this year’s event with over 400 anglers participated in the tournament with the boats departing early Saturday morning from the Miami Beach Marina.
“We...
1 tag
1 tag
1 tag
1 tag
Dolphins Sign Dion Sims
MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins have signed tight end Dion Sims, it was announced today.
[[MORE]]
Sims was Miami’s second fourth-round selection (106th overall) in the 2013 NFL Draft out of Michigan State University. He saw action in 39 games at Michigan State, where he caught 59 passes for 707 yards and two touchdowns.
Born September 18, 1991 in Detroit, Michigan, Sims attended St. Mary’s Catholic...
1 tag
Dolphins Make Roster Moves - 5.16.13
MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins have been awarded wide receiver Marvin McNutt (from Philadelphia) off waivers and signed fullback Rupert Bryan, the team announced. To make room on the roster, the team waived/injured both defensive tackle Chas Alecxih and wide receiver Taylor Stockemer.
[[MORE]]
McNutt appeared in four games for the Eagles in 2012, however did not catch a pass. McNutt entered the...
Dolphins Make Roster Moves - 5.15.13
MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins have signed quarterback Aaron Corp and waived long snapper Patrick Scales, it was announced today.
Dolphins Sign Draft Picks
MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins have signed linebacker Jelani Jenkins, defensive back Don Jones and kicker Caleb Sturgis, it was announced today.
[[MORE]]
Jenkins was Miami’s first fourth-round selection (104th overall) in the 2013 NFL Draft out of the University of Florida. Started 31 games at Florida and played in 36 total games during his career. Jenkins finished his career with 182 tackles (109...
Miami Dolphins Take Part in Team Service Project
Hollywood, FL – Head Coach Joe Philbin and Miami Dolphins playerstook part in a community service project at Dave and Busters in Hollywood. Current players paired up with 100 students from Orchard Villa Elementary and Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary
[[MORE]]
“A big part of what we do is making an impact in the community,” said Head Coach Joe Philbin. “The kids had fun, the staff had fun and the...
MIAMI DOLPHINS REACH MORE THAN 1,400 CHILDREN IN...
[[MORE]]
Cayman Islands – More than 1,400 children from 15 different schools throughout Grand Cayman were impacted by the Miami Dolphins Youth Programs Department during a series of pep rallies as part of three-day tour this past weekend. This was the first time that the organization has conducted youth programs initiatives in the top Caribbean destination.
“The pep rallies were very exciting...
Dolphins Quotes - Tyson Clabo - 5.5.13
[[MORE]]
(On the determining factor on signing with the Dolphins) – “When I was released and became a free agent, one of the first things that we wanted to find out was, who had interest. Once we found out who had interest, I sat down and I said, ‘What team do I think has use and is on the move upward in the League’ and Miami was right there on the top of that list and so we decided that this...
Jeff Ireland Quote on David Hines 5.5.13
“The hard work, attitude and attention to detail David showed during the weekend rookie orientation paid off,” said Ireland. “As a player invited to tryout, David approached the whole process, highlighted by his work ethic during practices and meetings, with the type of characteristics that we are looking to add to the Miami Dolphins.”
DOLPHINS SIGN TYSON CLABO AND DAVID HINDS
[[MORE]]
MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins have signed offensive tackle Tyson Clabo and linebacker David Hinds after a tryout at the team’s recently concluded rookie mini-camp. The team also waived quarterback Clay Belton and linebacker Rob McCabe, it was announced today.
“We are happy that we have reached an agreement with Tyson,” said Dolphins General Manager Jeff Ireland. “He will be a great addition...
1 tag
Dolphins Quotes - Jamar Taylor - 5.3.13
[[MORE]](On if the expectations of a second-round pick are to be a starter this year or if that’s a goal that he has set) – “My goal is just keep trying to learn and continue to just keep getting better.”
(On the system he ran at Boise State and if that will be an easy adjustment form him to make with the Dolphins) – “Most of it is similar, just different terminology you’ve got to get used to, but...
Dolphins Quotes - Dion Jordan - 5.3.13
[[MORE]]
(On his graduation from University of Oregon and the NFL rules regarding his ability to practice in the offseason) – “It’s on the quarter system at the University of Oregon, so it’s a while for the guys on the quarter system to be able to come and report, but I’m getting my work in here while I can and doing all the little things so I’ll be prepared when I am able to report.”
(On if he...
Dolphins Quotes - Joe Philbin - 5.3.13
[[MORE]]
(On how the team looked today) – “It was great to be out on the field again. It was fun. The guys had really good energy and I thought they took a lot of good things form the meeting room to the practice field. I just started watching (the practice tape), I had a chance to watch a couple of snaps. Obviously, we have a long way to go, but I thought the energy was good.”
(On the competition...
Dolphins Sign 19 Undrafted Free Agents
Name Pos. College Hometown
Chris Barker G Nevada Fontana, Calif.
Clay Belton QB Findlay Dayton, Ohio
Sam Brenner C Utah Oceanside, Calif.
Chad Bumphis WR Mississippi St Tupelo, Miss.
Chris...
2 tags
April 2013
27 posts
Miami Dolphins Statement on Mike Wallace’s Tweet
“Mike Wallace has apologized for his comments, and we have addressed the matter with him. Mike’s comments do not reflect the views of the Miami Dolphins. We believe in a culture of inclusiveness and respect, and any statements to the contrary are in no way acceptable to our organization. We will address the entire team about our policy of inclusion and make sure they all understand the importance...
Dolphins Quotes - Jeff Ireland and Joe Philbin -...
General Manager Jeff Ireland and Head Coach Joe Philbin
[[MORE]]
Jeff Ireland
(Opening remarks) – “(We) finished up a successful day. I feel really good about it obviously. We drafted Jelani Jenkins in the fourth round from Florida. (He) played outside Will linebacker there. (He’s) very quick, very athletic. I think he’s very versatile. He’s a great kid, very educated, smart. (He’s) going to...
Dolphins Quotes - Caleb Sturgis - 4.27.13
Fifth Round Draft Pick K Caleb Sturgis
[[MORE]]
(On how surprised he was to receive the news that he was selected) – “I couldn’t be more excited about staying in the state of Florida. My little brother’s with me (and) he’s a huge Dolphins fan. This was awesome.”
(On being the third Florida Gator selected by the Dolphins today) – “I saw Jelani (Jenkins) and (Mike) Gillislee. That’s awesome....
Dolphins Quotes - Dion Sims - 4.27.13
Fourth Round Draft Pick TE Dion Sims
[[MORE]]
(On whether he can be a seem threat and be a factor in the Red Zone) – “Yes sir, absolutely. I am an all-around tight end and I can do everything. I’m going to do whatever I can to make this team better and do whatever they ask me.”
(On what he thinks he does best between blocking, and catching) – “I believe both. I came a long way, I’ve been...
Dolphins Quotes - Jelani Jenkins - 4.27.13
Fourth Round Draft Pick LB Jelani Jenkins
(On if he’s looking forward to being re-united with another fellow Florida Gator in Mike Pouncey) – “Abolsutely. Absolutely. I’m real cool with Mike Pouncey and looking forward to being back in Florida as well.”
(On what he brings ot the position and what his goals are as a rookie) – “Just to be able to help out as best as I can, wherever the coach needs...
Dolphins Quotes - Dion Jordan - 4.27.13
First Round Draft Pick DE Dion Jordan
(On how the flight to Miami was) – “The flight wasn’t bad. (It was a) straight flight. I slept most of the way, so it wasn’t bad at all.”
[[MORE]]
(On whether the last few days feels like a whirlwind) – “It is a little bit. I’m just trying to take my time and just get everything taken care of before I start camp and things like that.”
(On the things that...
Dolphins Quotes - Jeff Ireland and Joe Philbin -...
General Manager Jeff Ireland and Head Coach Joe Philbin
[[MORE]]
Jeff Ireland:
(Opening remarks) – “Good evening. So we obviously gave up the 42nd pick yesterday when we met for Dion (Jordan). So at (selection) 54 we took Jamar Taylor, a cornerback from Boise State. Great kid. Prototypical size and speed. Very smart. Very physical. Can play inside and outside. So we’re very happy to have...
Dolphins Quotes - Will Davis - 4.26.13
Third Round Draft Pick CB Will Davis
[[MORE]]
(On how surprised he was to hear that the Dolphins traded back into the third round to select him) – “I was shocked. I had a good feeling about the Dolphins, but once they made their other pick and they had no more picks I was just waiting. You kind of hope maybe randomly another team, but you know I always thought the Dolphins for some reason. When...
Dolphins Quotes - Dallas Thomas - 4.26.13
Third Round Draft Pick OT Dallas Thomas
[[MORE]]
(On his strengths) – “Well, I can do it all. I can play left or right, but, I think about it, it’s up to coach, wherever he wants me to. I’m just happy I got picked and get a chance to play ball. It’s my dream.”
(On if it was tough for him to switch from left tackle to guard during his senior season) – “Oh no, cause I was always interested in...
Dolphins Trade Davone Bess to Browns
MIAMI, FL – The Miami Dolphins have traded Davone Bess to the Cleveland Browns, it was announced today. The team acquired the Browns fourth-round draft choice (104th overall) and fifth-round draft choice (164th overall) for Bess its fourth-round draft choice (111th overall) and seventh-round draft choice (217th).
“Davone was a consummate professional on the field and a model representative of the...
Dolphins Quotes - Jamar Taylor - 4.26.13
Second Round Draft Pick CB Jamar Taylor
[[MORE]](On the excitement of getting drafted by the Miami Dolphins and what he hopes to bring to the team) – “It’s really exciting, just sitting here anxiously waiting. I’m happy the coaches gave me a shot and I’m looking forward to coming down there and contributing to the team.”
(On his strengths) – “I think being able to play man defense, being able to...
Miami Dolphins Quotes - Dion Jordan 4.25.13
[[MORE]]First Round Draft Pick DE Dion Jordan
(On how surprised he was when he heard that the Dolphins traded up to pick him) – “I was really surprised because I wasn’t expecting a trade to go down, but I feel like they made the right move.”
(On whether the Dolphins showed a lot of interest in him before the draft) – “Yes. I stayed in contact with them throughout the process. But of course I...
Dolphins Officially Unveil New Logo and Logotype
The Miami Dolphins officially unveiled the fifth logo in the team’s 48-year history during a celebration on the field of Sun Life Stadium. The official unveiling took place in front of season ticket members and fans and also included the revealing of the newly designed Nike uniforms that the team will wear for the 2013 season, which kicks off against the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL/Hall of Fame Game...
Miami Dolphins to Debut Logo and Uniform at Draft...
MIAMI, FL – Current Miami Dolphins players quarterback Ryan Tannehill (@ryantannehill1) and defensive end Cameron Wake (@kold91) are the first announced players to join Hall of Fame quarterbacks Bob Griese, Dan Marino (@DanMarino) and Dolphins Honor Roll defensive end Jason Taylor (@JasonTaylor) at the debut of the team’s logo and uniform at the 2013 Draft Party on Thursday, April 25 at Sun Life...
Miami Dolphins and Publix Host Jr. Angler Clinic
[[MORE]]
Dania Beach, FL – Over 20 Miami Dolphin Players taught children from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade and Broward how to fish today as part of the Jr. Angler’s Clinic presented by Publix at the International Game Fish Association in Dania Beach.
“It’s fun to get out and do an event that most of these kids are not able to do every day,” said quarterback Ryan Tannehill. “It’s a...
When was the last time the Dolphins opened in...
2013 will be just the second time that the Dolphins have played their first regular season game in Cleveland. The first was a Monday Night Football contest on September 14, 1992. (On August 31, 1992 the NFL rescheduled the Dolphins original regular season opener slated for September 6 in Miami against New England to October 18.The date change is made in the aftermath of Hurricane Andrew which...
Dolphins Open 2013 in Cleveland, Home Against...
DOLPHINS OPEN 2013 IN CLEVELAND, HOME AGAINST ATLANTA
For the fourth time in five years, the Miami Dolphins will open the NFL regular season away from Sun Life Stadium, as second year head coach Joe Philbin will lead his 2013 squad in to Cleveland to face the Browns on Sunday, September 8 at 1:00 pm.. The season opener at the Browns marks just the second time in team history that the...
Sun Life Stadium to host Finals of Guinness...
GUINNESS® INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONS CUP ANNOUNCED; WILL BRING WORLD CLASS SOCCER MATCHES TO VENUES ACROSS THE WORLD
[[MORE]]FOX Soccer To Air Matches, Guinness To Be Lead Sponsor
First of its Kind Preseason Tournament will Culminate in Miami August 6-7
Over 160 of the World’s Best Players, Including Cristiano Ronaldo, Gianluigi Buffon, Javier Zanetti, Sergio Ramos and Landon Donovan to Descend on...
Joe Philbin Among Four Coaches Named to Coaches...
NFL Commissioner ROGER GOODELL has named four head coaches – LESLIE FRAZIER of Minnesota, JOE PHILBIN of Miami, RON RIVERA of Carolina and MIKE SMITH of Atlanta – to the Coaches Subcommittee of the NFL Competition Committee, the NFL announced today.
[[MORE]]
The subcommittee, chaired by Pro Football Hall of Fame coach JOHN MADDEN, reports to the full Competition Committee prior to the annual NFL...
Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders Host Open Auditions at...
(Photo Credit Miami Dolphins)
[[MORE]]Miami Gardens, FL – Sixty seven ladies advanced to the final round of the Miami Dolphins Cheerleader Auditions today at Sun Life Stadium. Over 200 participations took part in today’s event which saw the ladies perform two dances along with a series of kicks.
“The first round of auditions was very competitive and exciting,” said Emily Newton, Dolphins...
Miami Dolphins Quotes - Jeff Ireland Pre-Draft...
[[MORE]]
(On how excited he is about what happened in free agency and heading into the Draft) – “Well, we’ve got a long way to go. Free agency’s not over. Obviously, we like the progress. We felt like we’ve made some progress. There’s been a lot of work that went into it obviously. I’ve got a lot of people to thank. Actually, I’d like to take the opportunity to thank my team, obviously, up to...
The Dolphins to Debut Logo And Uniform At Draft...
Fans who pre-register for Fin Fest will receive a complimentary new logo item
[[MORE]]MIAMI, FL – The Miami Dolphins will host two unique and interactive community events in connection with the upcoming NFL Draft and the debut of the team’s logo and uniform at the 2013 Draft Party on Thursday, April 25 and the second annual Fin Fest, Saturday, April 27. Both events are presented by Melanoma...
Miami Dolphins To Debut Logo And Uniform At Draft...
Fans who pre-register for Fin Fest will receive a complimentary new logo item
[[MORE]]MIAMI, FL – The Miami Dolphins will host two unique and interactive community events in connection with the upcoming NFL Draft and the debut of the team’s logo and uniform at the 2013 Draft Party on Thursday, April 25 and the second annual Fin Fest, Saturday, April 27. Both events are presented by Melanoma...
