Countdown to Miami Dolphins Training Camp 2008: 25 Topics, 25 Days

[YoFuggedaboutit]

I think the practice bubble was a good idea, however, it should only be used when it is thundering and lightning.  Consdiering this area is very rainy in September and October, it would be good to practice in the rain.  However, being struck by lightning is a different story. 

Also, a little bit of trivia for you.  What was the hottest game the Dolphins have ever played in.  Gimmie the year, the opponent, and of course...  the temperature.

Sept 1996.  Dolphins played a prime time game against Arizona in 101 degree heat in Jimmy Johnson's second game as Dolphins coach.  Dolphins won 23-10.

[DolFan619]

Sept 1996.  Dolphins played a prime time game against Arizona in 101 degree heat in Jimmy Johnson's second game as Dolphins coach.  Dolphins won 23-10.

  DING, DING, DING!!!  We have a winner!

[Rick]

I think the practice bubble was a good idea, however, it should only be used when it is thundering and lightning.  Consdiering this area is very rainy in September and October, it would be good to practice in the rain.  However, being struck by lightning is a different story. 

  I agree with Tommy.....the bubble was a good idea, but should only be used when it is thundering and lightning....considering the weather in South Florida,  it is best for Miami to conduct practice OUTSIDE in the elements (rain,heat,humidity,wind etc.)  to give themselves an advantage over teams not use to these types of conditions...only use the dome when players and coaches safety are in jeopardy!!!

[DolFan619]

  The Dolphins should practice outside as often as they can, being able to play in this stifling heat and humidity is a great advantage to have over other teams.  However, with Florida being a state that's known for a massive amount of lightning strikes, the safety of players, coaches, and other personnel is paramount.  So, yeah the practice bubble was a good idea.   Also, if the Dolphins have to go on the road to a domed stadium, then can go in the bubble and simulate the crowd noise.

[YoFuggedaboutit]

  DING, DING, DING!!!  We have a winner!

OK, here's another bit of trivia.  What was the coldest game the Dolphins ever played in?

Year, opponent, score, temperature and weather conditions.

BRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR

[DolFan619]

OK, here's another bit of trivia.  What was the coldest game the Dolphins ever played in?

Year, opponent, score, temperature and weather conditions.

BRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR

 December 12, 1977.  It was a 14-10 loss against the New England Patriots.  The temperature was 14 degrees.

[YoFuggedaboutit]

December 12, 1977.  It was a 14-10 loss against the New England Patriots.  The temperature was 14 degrees.

That is correct

[YoFuggedaboutit]

T MINUS 5 AND COUNTING!!!!!

Issue of the day- Special Teams


As we all know, last year's special teams wasn't exactly special.  The lone bright spot was Ted Ginn because of his kick return ability.  However, a lot of his long returns were negated by penalties.  Additionally the coverage units allowed long returns as well.  Amazingly, former special teams coach Keith Armstrong saw this coming.  The majority of his special teams players from 2006 were either released or allowed to leave as free agents prior to 2007. 

When Bill Parcells and Jeff Ireland started bringing in their own free agents, they made sure they got some guys that were known special team aces.  Boomer Grigsby, Keith Davis, Nathan Jones, and Tab Perry are just a few of the guys they brought in.  Additionally, Parcells made sure rookie punter Brandon Fields got some work in this past offseason. 

How will this unit fare this season?  Will Ted Ginn finally break a few big ones now that he supposedly has better blockers?  Will the coverage units be able to stop other returns on a consistent basis?

Discuss.

[DolFan619]

Will Ted Ginn finally break a few big ones now that he supposedly has better blockers?  Will the coverage units be able to stop other returns on a consistent basis?

  Since you brought it up, I'll throw out an additional question.  Would you like too see Ginn remain on Special Teams or would you rather have somebody else on returns, and let Ginn focus on his development as a wide receiver?  Personally, if a guy like Jayson Foster or Davone Bess shows that they can handle the return duties, put them back there instead of Ginn.

[dolphins4life]

Ginn had a rock solid 9.6 punt return average last year.  His kickoff return average was low, but if you include the two TDs that were called back,  (AND BOTH OF THEM WERE BAD CALLS BY THE REFS!!!!!!!!!!) that average jumps to the top 10 in the league.

Ginn will be a solid return man.  We just need blockers and the refs to stop screwing us.

[YoFuggedaboutit]

To answer your question, Dolfan 619, it would be a great idea to see a guy like Foster or Bess be given a shot at handling kick return duties. 

If they work out, then you can have Foster/Bess and Ginn out there on kickoffs and they can alternate on punts.  That would keep the opposing team off balance, don't ya think? 

[DolFan619]

  Welcome back, to another edition of "25 Topics, 25 Days."  It's Day 21, and yesterday the inevitable finally happened.  Jason Taylor was traded to the Washington Redskins for a 2nd round pick in 2009, and a sixth round pick in 2010.  Originally, today's topic was going to be about whether Jason Taylor would show up on time for camp.  Well, that's no longer an issue.  So instead, I would like to know how do you define Jason Taylor's 11 seasons in Miami?  How do you view his legacy as a Miami Dolphin?

[TonyB0D]

I view him as arguably the best defender Miami ever had, but a little bit of a primadonna whose legacy will be slightly tarnished by the way it had to end.  one could only imagine what he could have done in a stable environment if he didn't have a new coach every other year.

[YoFuggedaboutit]

He will always be a Miami Dolphin at heart.  JT was the best DE we ever had, and in a way, it's sad to see him go the way he did (as well as Zach).  But this is a business, and just like any other business, you can be a prized assett one day and a liability the next. 

[DolFan619]

  His on the field production speaks for itself.  He will probably go down as one of Miami's best defenders, and he'll be in the Ring of Honor.  However, the way he acted this past offseason really left a bad taste in my mouth, so that tarnishes his legacy somewhat.  It's unfortunate that his prime years were wasted by Wannstedt, but it is what it is.