Reggie Bush

Fins say adios….

Published March 13, 2013 | By James Lancaster

Reggie Bush is now a Lion.

As day two of the NFL free agency period begins to wrap up, there was still a tremendous amount of activity with Dolphin free agency. But unlike yesterday, Miami saw several key plays move on to other teams.

Yesterday we say TE Anthony Fasano sign a 4 year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs.

This morning, RB Reggie Bush signed a 4 year deal worth $16 million with the Detroit Lions.

I always liked Bush. His work ethic and attitude set the bar high for all the other players, and I wish him well with the Lions.

In the afternoon, big Jake Long passed a physical, and is currently in discussion with the St. Louis Rams. Although no deal has yet been signed, many sources are reporting it is close to being finalized.

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Rating: 5.0/5 (1 vote cast)

Posted in Dolphins News | Tagged Anthony Fasano, Jake Long, Reggie Bush | Leave a comment

Fins’ Weekend Update

Published March 10, 2013 | By James Lancaster

Bush’s days in Miami are done.

With the flurry of Fin related news, notes, and rumors, I thought I’d take a bit and give you the “Readers’ Digest version of this weekend’s latest info. “All the rumors fit to print!”

–Multiple reports have RB Reggie Bush NOT returning to Miami. Likely destinations include Detroit, San Diego, and Arizona. I liked Bush a lot during his stint in Miami. But the coaching staff obviously feels that RB Lamar Miller and Daniel Thomas are ready to step up.

In addition, the newest internet rumor is that Miami is now interested in RB Rashard Mendenhall. However, I have not seen this posted anywhere but on message boards citing a member the NFL.com. So for the moment, I do not put a lot of stock into it.

–The Fins interest in WR Mike Wallace is apparently very real. Multiple sources say that Miami is in the driver’s seat to acquire the speedy receiver’s services. But like so many times over the last few years, Miami has been left at the alter by those they hotly pursued Continue reading →

Rating: 4.5/5 (2 votes cast)

Posted in James Lancaster | Tagged Brandon Gibson, Eric Winston, Mike Wallace, Reggie Bush, Sean Smith | Leave a comment

Miami Dolphins 2013 Draft Scenario’s

Published February 10, 2013 | By Max Lukas

Miami Dolphins 2013 Draft Scenario’s

Current needs: OT, CB, WR, DE, FS, TE

Point of note: It is in my opinion that whatever occurs at the Left Tackle position with Jake Long and at the Cornerback position with Sean Smith will shape Miami’s early draft rounds more so than any other position.

*Each scenario holds precedence over the scenario that follows it.

1st Round Draft Scenario’s

Scenario 1

Jake Long leaves and Jonathan Martin stays at RT
1st round Priority: Focus should be on LT
Prospects LT
OT	Luke Joeckel	(Top 5)	6-6	310
OT	Eric Fisher	(Top 10)	6-7	305
OT	Lane Johnson	(Top 20)	6-6	302

Scenario 2

Jake Long leaves and Jonathan Martin moves over to LT
1st round Priority: Miami may wait till 2nd or 3rd round to draft RT
Note: The top RT DJ Fluker is a beast who can be a perennial pro-bowler. But DJ Fluker is suited for a power based MBS. Miami may wait for a prospect at RT that can fit into their ZBS in the 2nd or 3rd round. Miami can therefore pursue CB, FS or DE with its first selection.
Prospects RT
OT	Oday Aboushi	(1-2)	6-5	310
OT	Chris Faulk	(2-3)	6-5	323
OT	Brennan Williams	(2-3)	6-7	315
OT	Rick Wagner	(2-3)	6-6	310
OT	DallasThomas	(2-3)	6-5	308
OT	JustinPugh	(3-4)	6-5	298
OT	Kyle Long	(3-4)	6-6	304
OT	Brian Winters	(3-4)	6-5	310
OT	David Bakhtiari	(3-4)	6-4	295
OT	David Quessenberry	(3-4)	6-5	294
OT	MenelikWatson	(3-4)	6-5	320

Scenario Continue reading →

Rating: 4.5/5 (6 votes cast)

Posted in Max Lukas, NFL Draft | Tagged free agency, Jake Long, Jeff Ireland, miami dolphins, nfl combine, NFL Draft, Randy Starks, Reggie Bush, Sean Smith | 6 Comments

Evaluation time: start building for 2013

Published November 20, 2012 | By Michael Miller

Running back Lamar Miller has shown some big play capabilities in limited playing time. With the playoffs out of reach, it’s time to play the young players more. Photo via Jim Rassol at Sun Sentinel.

The Dolphins are 10 games in and under .500. If you had asked me before the season if I would be shocked or disappointed with this record I certainly would have told you “no”.

After free agency and the draft it was clear this team continues to have a lack of talent across the roster, then combine that with implementing new offensive and defensive schemes under the new coaching staff. Then the preseason games did nothing to inspire confidence. My expectations were fairly low.

But once the regular season started, Miami did something few of us expected: they played well and after 7 games they were above .500, Tannehill was playing well, and the team thoroughly dismantled the hated NY Jets.

Everyone was talking about how surprising the Dolphins were and that the playoffs were a possibility, in no small part becauseeveryone Continue reading →

Rating: 5.0/5 (2 votes cast)

Posted in Mike Miller | Tagged Daniel Thomas, Jake Long, Lamar Miller, Reggie Bush | 1 Comment

Playing for pride: Can Miami right the ship on a short week against the Bills?

Published November 13, 2012 | By Michael Miller

Two weeks ago Fin Nation was rocking with dreams of the playoffs after crushing the NY Jets. If the narrow loss to the Colts took some wind out of the sails, the blowout loss to the Titans opened gaping holes into the side of the ship. The Miami Dolphins are listing hard to port, in search of answers at every position from the coaching on down. What a stark contrast two weeks makes.

The disappointing 3-6 Buffalo Bills are next on the docket this Thursday evening. The Bills are disappointing primarily because their defense is ranked 31st in the league after spending a bazillion dollars on Mario Williams and others. A porous defense could be just what the doctor ordered for Miami’s struggling offense. Or for Bills fans, Miami’s anemic offense could be just what the doctor ordered for Buffalo’s struggling defense.

This game is a huge litmus test for Miami because this is the kind of team Miami should beat IF Miami is any good. Unfortunately the vibe for both teams is the opposite ofwhat Continue reading →

Rating: 5.0/5 (2 votes cast)

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Fins say adios….

Fins’ Weekend Update

Miami Dolphins 2013 Draft Scenario’s

Evaluation time: start building for 2013

Playing for pride: Can Miami right the ship on a short week against the Bills?

Mailbag FA Part II

Fins 2013 Draft Final Thoughts Part II

Mailbag – Free Agent Addition

Fins 2013 Draft Final Thoughts Part I

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