How will the Dolphins use Dion Jordan in 2013?
When the Miami Dolphins traded up to draft Dion Jordan, it shocked all of the NFL draft ‘experts’. Mostly everyone (myself included), thought the Dolphins were trading up to select their new starting left tackle, Lane Johnson. However, when Roger Goodell announced that Dion Jordan was the pick, we all screamed “YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHH, AWESOME!!!! WAIT, WHAT?” The Dolphins...
Images/Video of the Dolphins officially unveiling new uniforms
Last night, the Miami Dolphins hosted a number of Dolphins fans at Sun Life Stadium for the Dolphins Draft Party. This year’s draft party was especially big because it was also the official unveiling of the Dolphins new uniforms and logo. Yes, I know that we have seen images of both….let’s face it, the secrets have leaked out within the last few weeks. BUT, it was truly...
Fins continue to bolster D by trading up for Jordan
BY NICK ST. DENIS & DAN BEGNOCHEWhen the Miami Dolphins were reported to have traded up into the Oakland Raiders' No. 3 overall spot in the 2013 NFL Draft, it looked as if the ball would be handed off to tackle Lane Johnson.But it was a play-action. (photo: NFLDraft101.com)The Dolphins decisively injected a shot into their their already-bolstered front-seven by selecting...
Wheeler adapting to new environment one more time
BY NICK ST. DENISThis time last year, linebacker Philip Wheeler was adjusting to a brand new environment, not unlike any other free agent in transition.This week, Wheeler's back to square one. (photo: Jeffrey Beall)The veteran defender, who spent last season with the Oakland Raiders following a four-year stint with the Indianapolis Colts, is beginning his efforts to etch a role...
PhinNation's 7 round Dolphins mock draft
With the NFL draft 16 days away and free agency dying down it is time for my first 7-round mock. In order to properly understand the 12th overall pick I make you must see the way I see the first 11 picks playing out:The way I see the first 11 picks of the 2013 NFL draft: 1) Kansas City selects OT Luke Joeckel 2) Jacksonville selects DE Dion Jordan 3) Oakland selects DT Sharrif Floyd...
Dolphins Draft Contest officially opens today
This has been an exciting (and busy) offseason for the Miami Dolphins. The Dolphins were extremely active early in Free Agency, signing Mike Wallace, Dannell Ellerbe, Philip Wheeler, Brandon Gibson, and Dustin Keller. Then news of the Dolphins new logo was leaked, with the grand unveiling still to come on April 25th. All the while, the Dolphins have been making a push for stadium...
How much have the Dolphins improved this offseason?
The Miami Dolphins have had a very busy offseason. The Dolphins have jettisoned a number of team leaders, while getting both younger and faster at a number of key positions. The Dolphins lost Jake Long, Sean Smith, and Reggie Bush to free agency and cut ties with 2 starting linebackers, Karlos Dansby and Kevin Burnett. In exchange, the Dolphins have added Mike Wallace, Brandon...
5 AFC East-ers make NFL.com's 'All-Underrated' list
BY DAN BEGNOCHEElliot Harrison of NFL.com published his All-Underrated team Tuesday, and it’s no surprise that a number of AFC East faces made the cut. Three players from the division appeared on Harrison’s Top 25 Under 25 list, and the five represented in Harrison’s most recent lineup was tied with the NFC East for the most in any division. (photo: Jack Newton, Flickr)The...
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New Miami Dolphins logo revealed
The Miami Dolphins have been trying to build up anticipation for the launch of their new logo. Mike Dee, the Dolphins CEO announced yesterday on Twitter that the Dolphins would unveil the team’s new logo on April 18th, a week before the NFL Draft. Then, tonight we learned that the Dolphins would wait until April 25th for the grand unveiling. Well, Armando Salguero of the...
What’s next in the Dolphins offseason plan?
The Miami Dolphins kept their offseason plan a secret until it was time to put it into action, earlier this month. Then, once free agency opened, the Dolphins jumped into free agency by signing Mike Wallace, Dustin Keller, Dannell Ellerbe, Philip Wheeler, Brandon Gibson and resigning Brian Hartline and Chris Clemons. The Dolphins clearly identified wide receiver, linebacker,...
Raiders Sign Former Dolphins LB Kevin Burnett
The Raiders on Sunday signed veteran linebacker Kevin Burnett, the third linebacker added via free agency.
Burnett joins Kaluka Maiava and Nick Roach in the Raiders linebacking corps, which helps offset the departure of Philip Wheeler and the expected release of Rolando McClain.
Burnett, 30, started all 16 games each of the past three seasons one with the San Diego Chargers...
After Dolphins sign ex-Raiders linebacker, Raiders ink Burnett
The Miami Dolphins and Oakland Raiders officially completed a linebacker swap, though not by trade.Less than a week after the Dolphins signed Philip Wheeler on the first day of free agency, the Raiders picked up veteran 'backer Kevin Burnett, according to Steve Corkran of the Bay Area News Group. Burnett, who spent the last two years in Miami, tallied 109 tackles, 2.5 sacks...
Latest Dolphins news on Dustin Keller, Jake Long, and Sean Smith
I think it’s safe to say that Day 2 of free agency wasn’t quite as exciting as Day 1. On Day 1, the Dolphins added Mike Wallace, Dannell Ellerbe, and Philip Wheeler, while resigning Chris Clemons. They also cut ties with Karlos Dansby and Kevin Burnett. On Day 2, the Dolphins spoke with players and most notably, brought in Dustin Keller for a visit. Perhaps the Dolphins...
Raiders come to terms with 3 defensive free agents
Everybody, let’s welcome the Oakland Raiders to 2013 free agency.
The team that had a relatively quiet first day of free agency, save for two notable releases, on Tuesday made their first three unrestricted free agent signings of the offseason, coming to terms with three on defense—linebacker Kaluka Maiava, defensive tackle Pat Sims and defensive end Jason Hunter.
From Jerry...
Dolphins sign ex-Raiders LB Wheeler
Linebacker Philip Wheeler has signed a $26 million, five-year contract with the Miami Dolphins.
The deal includes a $7 million signing bonus and $13 million guaranteed.
Wheeler spent his first four NFL seasons with the Indianapolis Colts and played last year for the Oakland Raiders, where he had career highs of 109 tackles and three sacks.
Wheeler and Dannell Ellerbe will give...
Phillip Wheeler signs for 26M with Dolphins
MIAMI (AP) -- Linebacker Philip Wheeler has signed a 26 million, five-year contract with the Miami Dolphins.
The deal includes a 7 million signing bonus and 13 million guaranteed.
Wheeler spent his first four NFL seasons with the Indianapolis Colts and played last year for the Oakland Raiders, where he had career highs of 109 tackles and three sacks.
Wheeler and Dannell Ellerbe will...
Raiders release two more
The Raiders lost two more players to free agency. Desmond Bryant signed with the Cleveland Browns, per ProFootballTalk.com. In addition, PFT also reports that the Miami Dolphins signed Philip Wheeler to a multi-year deal. While it wasn’t expected that the Raiders would be able to retain either of these guys, it still stings.
Thanks to the releases of Dave Tollefson, DHB,...
Philip Wheeler agrees to deal with Dolphins
Before Day 1 of NFL free agency was three hours old, the Dolphins were already the clear winners of the day, reportedly agreeing to deals with wide receiver Mike Wallace and linebacker Dannell Ellerbee.
Miami added to its haul later on Tuesday by coming to terms with Raiders linebacker Philip Wheeler, as first reported (by our estimation) Pro Football Talk.
Wheeler had a breakout...
Wheeler inks deal with free-agent hungry Dolphins
If you weren’t sure already, The Miami Dolphins want to revamp their linebacking corps.In a third move in as many hours on Tuesday, the team has agreed to terms with former Oakland Raiders linebacker Philip Wheeler, this according to Pro Football Talk. The deal is reportedly for five years at $26 million, with half of that guaranteed. The move further complicates the team’s depth...
Dolphins Sign LB Philip Wheeler To A 5-year, $26M Deal
As the season came to a close, there was no Raiders free agent more highly thought of than Philip Wheeler. Now it appears the big free agent players down in Miami have shown him the kind of money he wanted.
The Dolphins had already stole Dannell Ellerbe away from the Ravens as well as signed Mike Wallace away from the Steelers with big numbers. So, it stands to reason, they were...
Raiders: 17 unrestricted free agents now on open market
The Raiders were unable or, for some, simply chose not to re-sign any of their 17 unrestricted free agents by the time the crystal ball dropped to commence the NFL’s free agency period on Tuesday.
Headlining the list are linebacker Philip Wheeler, defensive tackle and epic mugshot taker Desmond Bryant and tight end Brandon Myers. All three were some of the few bright spots (note...
Raiders Notes: Philip Wheeler, Desmond Bryant, Richard Seymour
Philip Wheeler
Vic Tafur of the San Francisco Chronicle writes that there’s a ”good chance” OLB Philip Wheeler departs in the coming days.
Ian Rapoport reported earlier in the day that Oakland wants to retain Wheeler and could see something getting done.
Wheeler, 28, played great for a bad defense and deserved a pay raise, so I wish him the best this offseason.
We have...
Raiders In For Another Busy Offseason
Since taking over as the Oakland Raiders GM last year, Reggie McKenzie has parted with 26 players from their 2011 roster and is expected to continue that trend into 2013.
Vic Tafur of the San Francisco Chronicle put together a great look at a number of changes that are likely to take place during the upcoming offseason.
Tafur specifically mentions that DT Richard Seymour and...
2013 Raiders Predictions: Defense
This piece is the second in a few in which I attempt to predict what things will change and what will stay the same for Dennis Allen’s second year coaching the Silver & Black. I hope that my predictions turn out to be more accurate than the Mayans’.
In a previous piece I went through the coaching staff and predicted that defensive coordinator Jason Tarver would be...
Raiders hope to become consistent with another win
The longest losing streak since an 11-game run in 2006 and 2007 is over, with the Oakland Raiders beating the Kansas City Chiefs 15-0 and having only one thing on their minds. Winning again. The Raiders are 4-10, with dreams of their first winning season tossed overboard three games ago. The re-adjusted goal of a third consecutive 8-8 season quickly followed, buried in an avalanche...
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