Since the 1800s, Friday the 13th has always been a day considered for unluckiness. The number “13” is thought of as being unlucky. One retired number with the Miami Dolphins is number “13.” Dan Marino, a hall of famer, had worn that number from 1983 to 1999. Dan Marino holds many NFL records and is among the top five in almost every quarterback statistic. There is one lingering accomplishment that he does not hold, and that is a Super Bowl win. With his raw talent and eye-popping stats, one would think many rings would be shown on his fingers. Maybe the unluckiness of the number had a role in this non-existent Super Bowl win.
During Dan Marino’s college years, he played football at the University of Pittsburgh. He played from the year 1979 to 1982. He didn’t have a good senior year at Pittsburgh, and was the main reason his draft stock fell during the 1983 NFL Draft. There were a lot of quarterbacks taken before him, and there were some pretty big names. Jim Kelly and John Elway, both hall of famers, were drafted before Dan Marino. There were also quarterbacks that didn’t live up to their potential that were drafted/picked ahead of Marino. Some names include tony Eason and Ken O’Brien who played for the New York Jets (Miami Dolphins rival). Eventually, Marino was selected at number 27 by the Miami Dolphins. After that Dan Marino will soon become the best quarterback in Dolphin’s history. Some may argue he was the most prolific passer in NFL history.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Dolphin's Jason Taylor
Jason Taylor will be remembered as one of the Miami Dolphins greatest players. He will probably be inducted into the Hall of Fame at some point. But he is still 34 years old and is continuing to play. He may also remember Jason Taylor on the hit show, “Dancing with Stars.” He was also married to Zach Thomas’s sister. When it’s all said and done his name will be mentioned with Larry Csonka, Dan Marino, Don Shula, and others. As mentioned in another article about Jimmy Johnson, he was drafted in 1997 by the Miami Dolphins. He was a big part of the Miami defense that was great for a long time under Johnson’s draft picks. Jason Taylor was drafted by the Dolphins in the third round out of Akron, even though his career played out as top first round pick for defensive ends.
Taylor played all four years at Akron with three years of starting. During his junior and senior year, Jason Taylor was selected as a two-time First Team All Mid American Conference. Fans will probably remember Taylor as only a defensive end, since that was his main position (standing on the line with the defensive tackles and rushing the QB). His junior year with Akron he was playing as a linebacker. With the Dolphins, he did play as a hybrid DE, which was both standing on the line and dropping back as a LB. He didn’t play as hybrid until Dom Capers showed up in Miami with his 3-4 defensive scheme. Taylor was then moved to left side of the defensive line his senior year at Akron. In that year, he earned a Defensive Player of the Week against Virginia Tech. He recorded two sacks and recovered two fumbles in that game. Jason Taylor is not your prototype DE in a 3-4 scheme. He is tall and lanky, and that’s why he was also able to play basketball in the college ranks.
Taylor played all four years at Akron with three years of starting. During his junior and senior year, Jason Taylor was selected as a two-time First Team All Mid American Conference. Fans will probably remember Taylor as only a defensive end, since that was his main position (standing on the line with the defensive tackles and rushing the QB). His junior year with Akron he was playing as a linebacker. With the Dolphins, he did play as a hybrid DE, which was both standing on the line and dropping back as a LB. He didn’t play as hybrid until Dom Capers showed up in Miami with his 3-4 defensive scheme. Taylor was then moved to left side of the defensive line his senior year at Akron. In that year, he earned a Defensive Player of the Week against Virginia Tech. He recorded two sacks and recovered two fumbles in that game. Jason Taylor is not your prototype DE in a 3-4 scheme. He is tall and lanky, and that’s why he was also able to play basketball in the college ranks.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Dolphin's Pat White's Bio...
Miami (WAS)
Round 2
Selection 12 (44 overall)
Position Quarterback
School West Virginia
Year SR
DOB 2/25/1986
Height 6-1
Weight 192
High School Daphne (Daphne, Alabama)
Two-time Big East Conference Offensive Player of the Year and a member of several All-America teams...A dual-threat quarterback at West Virginia, many assume that White will be a wide receiver in the NFL, but he was impressive under center in pre-draft workouts and may have an opportunity to play his preferred position in the pros...Has breakaway speed and sees the field extremely well as both a runner and a passer...Is an elusive open field runner with a tremendous arsenal of moves...Has good arm strength and is able toscramble while keeping his eyes down field...Is a left-handed passer who lacks ideal size to play the quarterback position in the NFL...White is a bit of a wild card, but his tremendous athleticism, leadership and winning track records will have him playing in some capacity on Sundays.
Round 2
Selection 12 (44 overall)
Position Quarterback
School West Virginia
Year SR
DOB 2/25/1986
Height 6-1
Weight 192
High School Daphne (Daphne, Alabama)
Two-time Big East Conference Offensive Player of the Year and a member of several All-America teams...A dual-threat quarterback at West Virginia, many assume that White will be a wide receiver in the NFL, but he was impressive under center in pre-draft workouts and may have an opportunity to play his preferred position in the pros...Has breakaway speed and sees the field extremely well as both a runner and a passer...Is an elusive open field runner with a tremendous arsenal of moves...Has good arm strength and is able toscramble while keeping his eyes down field...Is a left-handed passer who lacks ideal size to play the quarterback position in the NFL...White is a bit of a wild card, but his tremendous athleticism, leadership and winning track records will have him playing in some capacity on Sundays.
Dolphins 2nd Pick....
I didn't see this coming with Pat White. I thought the QB depth was good enough w/ Pennington and Henne. I think Pat White was picked for the "Wild Cat." Here's a story about the pick. What do you think?
By Kevin Clark | South Florida Sun-Sentinel
DAVIE - The Miami Dolphins selected former West Virginia quarterback Pat White with their second pick in the draft, 44th overall. The choice most likely signals the team's willingness to continue running the Wildcat formation.
White, known for his speed, said in an interview after the selection that he's expecting to play multiple positions, and said he "fits very well" in the Wildcat, which he said is similar to what he ran at West Virginia. He will probably be featured at wide receiver and running back.
White has said in the past he hopes to play quarterback in the pros, but seems happy to be in the NFL regardless.
White threw 56 touchdown passes over his four year career, but more importantly for the Dolphins, he scored 47 rushing touchdowns. He won both the Fiesta and Gator Bowl MVPs in his time as a Mountaineer.
"I've definitely heard a lot about the Wildcat, and I'm just happy to be a part of it," said White. "I had no expectations [entering the draft]. I was just hoping that somebody would give me a chance. The Dolphins have, and I'm definitely grateful, and ready to get to work."
White, who closed out his college career as the NCAA's all-time leader in rushing yards (4,480) by a quarterback, was told by the Dolphins decision-makers that the plan is to use him at multiple positions, including receiver. While he's never caught passes at any level, White said he's open to whatever gets him on the field.
"I just want the opportunity to play, and now that I got it I'll do what the coaches ask me to do," said White, who is the first player in Big East history to gain over 10,000 yards in total offense (10,529), and set a Big East record for touchdowns scored (103). "I've been raised to have the mindset that everything happens for a reason and there is definitely a reason this happened and I'm ready to find out why."
"I just want the opportunity to play, and now that I've got it, I'm going to do what the coaches ask me to do," White said.
By Kevin Clark | South Florida Sun-Sentinel
DAVIE - The Miami Dolphins selected former West Virginia quarterback Pat White with their second pick in the draft, 44th overall. The choice most likely signals the team's willingness to continue running the Wildcat formation.
White, known for his speed, said in an interview after the selection that he's expecting to play multiple positions, and said he "fits very well" in the Wildcat, which he said is similar to what he ran at West Virginia. He will probably be featured at wide receiver and running back.
White has said in the past he hopes to play quarterback in the pros, but seems happy to be in the NFL regardless.
White threw 56 touchdown passes over his four year career, but more importantly for the Dolphins, he scored 47 rushing touchdowns. He won both the Fiesta and Gator Bowl MVPs in his time as a Mountaineer.
"I've definitely heard a lot about the Wildcat, and I'm just happy to be a part of it," said White. "I had no expectations [entering the draft]. I was just hoping that somebody would give me a chance. The Dolphins have, and I'm definitely grateful, and ready to get to work."
White, who closed out his college career as the NCAA's all-time leader in rushing yards (4,480) by a quarterback, was told by the Dolphins decision-makers that the plan is to use him at multiple positions, including receiver. While he's never caught passes at any level, White said he's open to whatever gets him on the field.
"I just want the opportunity to play, and now that I got it I'll do what the coaches ask me to do," said White, who is the first player in Big East history to gain over 10,000 yards in total offense (10,529), and set a Big East record for touchdowns scored (103). "I've been raised to have the mindset that everything happens for a reason and there is definitely a reason this happened and I'm ready to find out why."
"I just want the opportunity to play, and now that I've got it, I'm going to do what the coaches ask me to do," White said.
The New Dolphin Bio (Davis)
Started all 12 games as a true freshman in 2006 and named to Freshman All-American First-Teams by The Sporting News, Scout.com and Rivals.com after posting 52 tackles and an INT...Established himself as a sophomore, when he logged 76 tackles and four picks on his way to First-Team All-Big Ten honors...As a junior, he amassed 78 stops, including seven for losses, to go with two INTs and eight PBUs...Was a First-Team all-league selection once again in 2008...Has ideal height and frame...Blazing speed...Durable,didn't miss a game in college...Playmaker with good hands and vision...Brother of 49ers' TE Vernon Davis, so athleticism obviously runs in the family...Didn't show much improvement from his sophomore to junior campaign...Coverage technique could use a slight improvement.
Team Miami
Round 1
Selection 25 (25 overall)
Position Cornerback
School Illinois
Year JR
DOB 5/27/1988
Height 6-0
Weight 204
High School Dunbar (Washington, D.C.)
Team Miami
Round 1
Selection 25 (25 overall)
Position Cornerback
School Illinois
Year JR
DOB 5/27/1988
Height 6-0
Weight 204
High School Dunbar (Washington, D.C.)
Miami Dolphins Take Vontae Davis
Here's a story from the Sun Sentinel about the first pick from the Miamid Dolphins.
By Kevin Clark | South Florida Sun-Sentinel
DAVIE - The Miami Dolphins took a step toward improving their 25th-ranked passing defense with their first-round pick Saturday, drafting Illinois cornerback Vontae Davis.
Davis, picked 25th overall, said in an interview after the selection that he considers himself a "compete corner."
He had only two interceptions last season, but had seven tackles for loss among his 78 total tackles. He also forced three fumbles.
He will compete for a starting job with Jason Allen and Eric Green for the right to play alongside Will Allen, who is locked in at one cornerback.
Davis (5-11, 203) was picked over the likes of USC linebacker Ray Maualuga and Ohio State running back Chris Wells, who were still available.
Davis heard the news in a restaurant in his hometown of Washington, D.C., where he was surrounded by more than 100 friends and family members. Davis' brother, Vernon, is a tight end for the San Francisco 49ers.
The Miami Dolphins selected West Virginia quarterback Pat White with their first pick in the second round of the NFL Draft.
The Dolphins still have one selection in the second round tonight, the 56th overall pick.
By Kevin Clark | South Florida Sun-Sentinel
DAVIE - The Miami Dolphins took a step toward improving their 25th-ranked passing defense with their first-round pick Saturday, drafting Illinois cornerback Vontae Davis.
Davis, picked 25th overall, said in an interview after the selection that he considers himself a "compete corner."
He had only two interceptions last season, but had seven tackles for loss among his 78 total tackles. He also forced three fumbles.
He will compete for a starting job with Jason Allen and Eric Green for the right to play alongside Will Allen, who is locked in at one cornerback.
Davis (5-11, 203) was picked over the likes of USC linebacker Ray Maualuga and Ohio State running back Chris Wells, who were still available.
Davis heard the news in a restaurant in his hometown of Washington, D.C., where he was surrounded by more than 100 friends and family members. Davis' brother, Vernon, is a tight end for the San Francisco 49ers.
The Miami Dolphins selected West Virginia quarterback Pat White with their first pick in the second round of the NFL Draft.
The Dolphins still have one selection in the second round tonight, the 56th overall pick.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Mandich's Dolphin Draft Analysis
What do you think are the primary needs? Here's the Dolphins broadcaster's thoughts.
By JIM MANDICH | 560 WQAM Sports Radio
This is one of the real great times of the year. We have been doing our homework and the draft is coming right at us.
We have been talking to college coaches, player personnel people, pro coaches and general managers. We are on it and LOVE this time of year.
On Saturday, April 25, this place becomes a madhouse. Unlike last year when the Dolphins were sitting on the first pick and it was a foregone conclusion that they were going to take Jake Long, this year presents itself with a lot more uncertainty.
The Dolphins have the 25th pick in the first round and two second-round picks (Nos. 44 and 56). So, I think, it is going to lend itself to a lot of fun and perhaps some movement.
Now, we know where the Miami Dolphins will not go. They are set on the offensive line and they are really set on the defensive line, as they drafted three good, young players a year ago.
The quarterback position is set. Where the Fins have the greatest need is at cornerback, wide receiver and outside linebacker.
Why is that?
Well they lost Andre Goodman in free agency and that presents a big need on the defensive wing. At the receiver position when you look at Ted Ginn, Greg Carmarillo and the other receivers, they kinda look the same. They don't have that big-phsyical-get-down-the-field-get-up-and-get-it wide receiver. That is their need.
They also have a need at outside linebacker. I am not sure if Charlie Anderson is the answer opposite Joey Porter.
This is a draft where the Dolphins will go with their board because they have so much uncertainty, and so many diffrent ways they could go. They are just going to line them up 1-100. Jeff Ireland and all the scouts are going to stick with that and go right down the list. It's simply quantitative at this time. What kind of number does their guy have? This much I do know: Unlike some of the idiots in the past that were drafting for us, I have great confidence in the Bill Parcells' team. In Parcells I trust. Look at last year's draft. Thay hit on nearly every pick. An awesome draft! And sunday afternoon we are going to know this at the end of the day, the Miami Dolphins are going to be a better football team.
Do you want a name? Do you want a guy that is going to have my toes tingling if the Miami Dolphins are sitting there looking at him? Well, it ain't wide receiver and it's not cornerback. It's the outside linebacker from USC. He has great bloodlines. I would be thrilled if when the commissioner came to the podium and said, "With the 25th pick, the Miami Dolphins select from the University of Southern California, outside linebacker Clay Matthews."
By JIM MANDICH | 560 WQAM Sports Radio
This is one of the real great times of the year. We have been doing our homework and the draft is coming right at us.
We have been talking to college coaches, player personnel people, pro coaches and general managers. We are on it and LOVE this time of year.
On Saturday, April 25, this place becomes a madhouse. Unlike last year when the Dolphins were sitting on the first pick and it was a foregone conclusion that they were going to take Jake Long, this year presents itself with a lot more uncertainty.
The Dolphins have the 25th pick in the first round and two second-round picks (Nos. 44 and 56). So, I think, it is going to lend itself to a lot of fun and perhaps some movement.
Now, we know where the Miami Dolphins will not go. They are set on the offensive line and they are really set on the defensive line, as they drafted three good, young players a year ago.
The quarterback position is set. Where the Fins have the greatest need is at cornerback, wide receiver and outside linebacker.
Why is that?
Well they lost Andre Goodman in free agency and that presents a big need on the defensive wing. At the receiver position when you look at Ted Ginn, Greg Carmarillo and the other receivers, they kinda look the same. They don't have that big-phsyical-get-down-the-field-get-up-and-get-it wide receiver. That is their need.
They also have a need at outside linebacker. I am not sure if Charlie Anderson is the answer opposite Joey Porter.
This is a draft where the Dolphins will go with their board because they have so much uncertainty, and so many diffrent ways they could go. They are just going to line them up 1-100. Jeff Ireland and all the scouts are going to stick with that and go right down the list. It's simply quantitative at this time. What kind of number does their guy have? This much I do know: Unlike some of the idiots in the past that were drafting for us, I have great confidence in the Bill Parcells' team. In Parcells I trust. Look at last year's draft. Thay hit on nearly every pick. An awesome draft! And sunday afternoon we are going to know this at the end of the day, the Miami Dolphins are going to be a better football team.
Do you want a name? Do you want a guy that is going to have my toes tingling if the Miami Dolphins are sitting there looking at him? Well, it ain't wide receiver and it's not cornerback. It's the outside linebacker from USC. He has great bloodlines. I would be thrilled if when the commissioner came to the podium and said, "With the 25th pick, the Miami Dolphins select from the University of Southern California, outside linebacker Clay Matthews."
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