http://www.yardbarker.com/content/player/1386 Recent articles about Ronnie Brown en-us The team that narrowly missed creating history with the number 16 in one column and zero in the other, the Miami Dolphins, ended the season just one shy of that magic 16, going 1-15. I will now completely preview the Dolphins without mentioning the infamous Dancing With the Stars incident. www.rawsportsblog.com Tue, 08 Jul 2008 10:55:19 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/287286 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/287286 If you want to compete in your league, in almost any league type, you have to run baby.  That means you need to draft RB's often and early.  Once the top backs are gone, your drafting backups.  I see more often than not, FF'ers going WR and QB early then struggling later to find a [...] Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:22:31 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/287246 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/287246 NFL training camps loom on the horizon, which is great news for football fans everywhere. The anticipation of the 2008 season is palpable. As for football news, not too much happened over the weekend, but we do have a few injury updates for today. Ronnie Brown, a familiar face, makes an appearance in today's MMR. Hit the jump for all the updates. Ronnie Brown [RB, Dolphins] ... Mon, 07 Jul 2008 09:33:41 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/286481 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/286481 Jeff and Greg flip the pigskin around for their first NFL mock fantasy draft, and not a moment too soon. With both of their baseball seasons careening into a dark chasm, the colicky couple need to be pacified, and fast. Neither of them have done a stitch of research for this draft, but they both believe that gives them a strategic advantage. Who the hell can predict anything in football? Not these two, but that's not going to stop them from trying. Thu, 03 Jul 2008 09:03:39 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/285473 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/285473 No one was happier to see the Miami Dolphins season end more than the team itself! Fans watched in amazement as Miami produced one of the worst NFL seasons, ever! Miami's first and only win came in game #14 in which they defeated the Baltimore Ravens 22 to16. That is about the only highlight that came from this sorry team. RB Ronnie Brown was enjoying what was one of the better seasons by any running back in the league, having accumulated 991 total yards through his first seven games and scoring a combined 5 touchdowns before suffering a season ending ACL tear. Miami's only other possible fantasy contributor, WR Chris Chambers was shipped to the San Diego Chargers mid-season for a 2008 second round draft choice. Miami didn't sit around long, hiring Bill Parcells to run the organization. Soon after, Parcells fired Head Coach Cam Cameron, replacing him with Tony Sparano. These hirings can only be seen as a positive sign as anyone and everyone knows that Parcells will not tolerate anything less than 110% effort! Make sure to read more of what Bruno Boys Fantasy Football staff writer Chris Ziza has to say about the Miami Dolphins and their fantasy football worthy players heading into the 2008 season by clicking below.. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:09:07 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/281567 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/281567 Ah, the 2009 NFL Madden game by EASports is just around the corner. While many have already put down the reserve money to hold a copy in your name, the folks over at EA are rolling out there player rankings. By division. The AFC East has been released and it is a [...] Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:02:41 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/279427 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/279427 Less than eight months after sustaining a season-ending knee injury, Dolphins running back Ronnie Brown took part in 11-on-11 team drills for the first time this week, a sign that points to a full return by next month's training camp. Wed, 18 Jun 2008 06:29:24 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/279301 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/279301 There was a lot of hype that surrounded the 2005 NFL draft.  The Miami Dolphins had finally rid themselves of the "mustached mistake" as head coach, had the 2nd overall pick in the draft, and a new attitude.  My how things fell apart.  At least Ronnie Brown is still on the team. While Cadillac Williams, the [...] Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:12:39 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/277748 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/277748 It has been far less than a year since we watched Ronnie Brown walk off the field after injuring his knee last October in a game against the Patriots.  What looked like nothing serious was later revealed to be a serious injury that would find him placed on IR, go through surgery, and then begin [...] Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:12:37 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/277739 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/277739 It has been far less than a year since we watched Ronnie Brown walk off the field after injuring his knee last October in a game against the Patriots.  What looked like nothing serious was later revealed to be a serious injury that would find him placed on IR, go through surgery, and then begin [...] Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:12:37 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/277739 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/277739 Let's have a look at how the player on each team with the highest average of carries per game stacked up against the average carries per game for the team. This will give us the average carries that each player lost per game. I think you may be surprised by how some of these guys rank... Fri, 13 Jun 2008 13:41:59 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/277665 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/277665 In the first of a series, Whatifsports previews the AFC East by simulating the upcoming 2008 season, complete team analysis, projected scores, and fantasy notables. Can the Patriots bounce back from their Super Bowl loss? Can the Bills make the playoffs? Will Bill Parcells work his magic and make the Dolphins a winner? The supercomputer knows... Tue, 10 Jun 2008 14:15:35 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/276521 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/276521 This in depth analysis of the offensive line includes the projected starters for the upcoming season, statistics and injuries from the past season, an overview of players on the line and an outlook for the 2008 season. Fri, 09 May 2008 11:34:20 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/265200 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/265200 2005 had its share of stars in the 1st round but also had a handful of busts check to see where your teams pick did............. 1. Alex Smith, quarterback, 49ers: When the first overall pick is competing three years later with Shaun Hill and J.T. O'Sullivan for the starting job, that's by definition a BUST. 2. Ronnie Brown, running back, Dolphins: After a so-so first year, Brown has been solid. A torn ACL derailed his opportunity to have a strong third year. Though he hasn't lived up to the billing of the No. 2 overall pick, we're not yet ready to call him a bust. (But we could be after 2008.) 3. Braylon Edwards, receiver, Browns: Edward is becoming one of the best receivers in the league. Clearly, not a bust. 4. Cedric Benson, running back, Bears: He's been a disappointment on the field, and his arrest conjures memories of past incidents in college. Without question, he's a BUST. 5. Cadillac Williams, running back, Buccaneers: Williams made a huge splash as a rookie, but can't stay healthy. After rupturing a patellar tendon in 2007, he might not play again. If he does, he might never be the same. Based on his top-five selection, he's a BUST. 6. Pacman Jones, cornerback, Titans: BUST 7. Troy Williamson, receiver, Vikings: We once tried to throw Williamson a compliment, but he dropped that, too. BUST. 8. Antrel Rolle, cornerback, Cardinals: When a cornerback might be shifted to safety at only age 25, it's not because he's a great cornerback. BUST. 9. Carlos Rogers, cornerback, Redskins: He's on the path to being declared a bust. We'll give him one more year. 10. Mike Williams, receiver, Lions: Maybe he wouldn't have been a BUST if the Lions had made him an offensive lineman. 11. DeMarcus Ware, linebacker, Cowboys: A 2006 Pro Bowl + a 2007 Pro Bowl = not a bust. 12. Shawne Merriman, linebacker, Chargers: He could still be a bust if he gets suspended again for steroids (or blown up on a regular basis by a pint-sized running back); for now, though, Merriman is clearly not a bust. 13. Jammal Brown, tackle, Saints: The Pro Bowler in 2006 slipped a bit last year, and the Saints were rumored to be shopping him. Still, he's not a bust. 14. Thomas Davis, safety/linebacker, Panthers: He's not spectacular, but he started 16 games in 2007. Not a bust. 15. Derrick Johnson, linebacker, Chiefs: Johnson made a splash as a rookie and hasn't taken it quite to the next level in two years since, but he's not a bust. 16. Travis Johnson, defensive tackle, Texans: When the biggest hit of your career is one that you unknowingly put on a quarterback's head with your knee, you might be a redneck. And a BUST. 17. David Pollack, linebacker, Bengals: Though he was on his way to becoming a great player, a neck injury ended his career early in his second season. Unfortunately, he must be declared a BUST. 18. Erasmus James, defensive end, Vikings: Knee problems have slowed his development, but barring injury to Jared Allen and Ray Edwards (and maybe Brian Robison), James won't be a starter in his fourth season. BUST. 19. Alex Barron, offensive tackle, Rams: The Rams wouldn't have been dreaming of Jake Long sliding to No. 2 if they thought that Barron was the long-term solution on the left side, or the right. BUST. 20. Marcus Spears, defensive end, Cowboys: Yeah, he has been a three-year starter. But he was rumored to be on the trading block earlier this year, and his impact hasn't reflected his stature as one of the top 20 players in the draft. BUST. 21. Matt Jones, receiver, Jaguars: This much-hyped quarterback-turned-receiver isn't very good, and doesn't seem to care. The Jags would have been wise to let him play quarterback — for another team. BUST. 22. Mark Clayton, receiver, Ravens: The thinking in NFL circles is that a player destined to be a high-end receiver performs like one by his third NFL season. For his third season, Clayton had 49 catches for 531 yards, and no touchdowns. BUST. 23. Fabian Washington, cornerback, Raiders: Being traded for a fourth-round pick after only three seasons automatically qualifies him for BUST status. 24. Aaron Rodgers, quarterback, Packers: He has looked good when he's gotten a chance to play, but the jury is out on whether he's a bust. Get back to us in a year. 25. Jason Campbell, quarterback, Redskins: Campbell is on his way to becoming a solid starter, and could evolve into one of the better signal-callers in the conference. Not a bust. 26. Chris Spencer, center, Seahawks: If he'd been taken higher, Spencer might qualify for strong consideration as a bust. But he started every game in 2005, and the Seahawks have gotten decent value out of him. Close, but not a bust. 27. Roddy White, receiver, Falcons: White was on his way to being a bust after his first two years. He broke out in 2007, which coincidentally was his first season without catching one-hoppers from Mike Vick. Not a bust. 28. Luis Castillo, defensive tackle, Chargers: Solid defensive linemen despite some injuries. Not a bust. 29. Marlin Jackson, defensive back, Colts: Steady but unspectacular Tampa Two corner. He might be another Jason David in a defense that requires him to cover wideouts down the field. But his performance allowed the Colts let guys like David walk away. Not a bust. 30. Heath Miller, tight end, Virginia: The Steelers arguably reached on a guy who wasn't healthy in the months leading up to the draft. They ended up with a solid tight end. Not a bust. 31. Mike Patterson, defensive tackle, Eagles: The Philly chapter of PFT Planet will revolt if we were to call Patterson a bust. Not a bust. 32. Logan Mankins, offensive lineman, Patriots: Solid contributor on the offensive line. Besides, we can't call anyone who paid $7,500 for the privilege of punching a guy in the crotch a bust. Thu, 08 May 2008 07:30:49 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/264689 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/264689 After days of silence regarding the possibility of the Miami Dolphins doing a deal with offensive tackle Jake Long that would make him the No. 1 overall pick in the draft and put him under contract before his name is called out on Saturday, there are now indications that an agreement could be coming. Tom Curran of NBCSports.com, citing an unnamed source, reports that a deal between the Dolphins and Long is "nearly in place." Citing the same source, Curran says that the other Long — Virginia defensive end Chris Long — would then be the prime target of the Rams, with the No. 2 selection. If/when the Dolphins have a contract in place with the No. 1 pick, the Rams would then be permitted to negotiated with one or more players at the second overall spot. At this point in the process, however, it's impossible to know what's true and what isn't. Perhaps the Fins are actually pursuing defensive end/linebacker Vernon Gholston, who now must face the reality that he'll slide to No. 3, at the earliest, if he doesn't do a deal with the Fins. The other odd dynamic here is that Jake Long and Gholston are represented by the same firm, CAA. If it's true that the Fins intend to pay less money to the No. 1 pick than the No. 1 pick from a year ago received, we'd be shocked if Jake Long is the guy, absent a change in agents. If Tom Condon wouldn't allow his name to appear on a six-year deal for late first-rounder Benjamin Watson of the Patriots several years ago, there's no way that Condon would attach his Hancock to a contract that represents a reduction in the value of being the first overall selection in the NFL draft. So we tend to think that this is a ploy from the Dolphins to get Gholston to tell CAA's Ben Dogra that whatever the Fins are offering had better be accepted. Now. Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:57:25 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/252179 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/252179