The Miami Dolphins leveraged a perfectly timed bye week to rest up before finishing the season with five of the final eight games at home. Wide receiver Jaylen Waddle struggled with injuries early in the year and used the bye week to get his 'body right.' Considering the return of River Cracraft, we look at who will claim the wide receiver No. 3 position over the second half of the season as Miami looks for answers beyond Waddle and Tyreek Hill. Miami struggled to force turnovers in the first ha...
Nov 16, 2023•46 min
The Miami Dolphins worked out Bubba Bolden, Dane Cruikshank, Colby Gossett, Wes Martin, A.J. Moore, and Andrew Norwell — three guards and three safeties as general manager Chris Grier continues looking for ways to improve the roster. The team recently signed wide receiver Anthony Schwartz to the practice squad — what will Grier's next move be? This clip originally aired on the podcast: Midweek with Marek: Diving into Wide Receiver Depth, Optimism for Turnover Ratio Reversal, and Chris Grier's Et...
Nov 16, 2023•10 min
The Miami Dolphins allowed more than 21 points once since Week 5 but are near the bottom of the league with a -4 turnover differential through nine games. Bradley Chubb leads the team with six sacks and four forced fumbles — will he be the one to spark a second-half turnover surge from the defense? Four players have at least four sacks, and that doesn't include Jaelan Phillips, who ranks fifth with 3.5. At the same time, Miami has just four interceptions on the year... that has to change with Xa...
Nov 16, 2023•15 min
Wide receiver Jaylen Waddle is feeling refreshed after a Week 10 bye. He used the opportunity to reset after dealing with injuries throughout the season's first nine games. The Dolphins average a league-best 287.4 passing yards per game — could that improve with a healthy penguin? Miami also activated River Cracraft from injured reserve, adding another playmaker to the mix. The Dolphins need to find a consistent third target, and with seven receivers on the roster, we explore some possible secon...
Nov 16, 2023•17 min
The Miami Dolphins dominated the Week 10 bye as the Buffalo Bills, New York Jets, and New England Patriots all lost impressively. The Bills fired their offensive coordinator after Buffalo lost due to a 12-men on-the-field penalty, the Jets continue to start Zach Wilson, and the Patriots benched Mac Jones in Germany — a great weekend for fans of the Miami Dolphins. De'Von Achane's practice window opened late last week as he inches his return to the field after suffering an early-season knee injur...
Nov 15, 2023•34 min
The story of Miami’s late-season playoff push will transcend as HBO and NFL Films announced that Hard Knocks In Season with the Miami Dolphins premieres Tuesday, Nov. 21. The Dolphins lead the AFC East and will play five of the season’s final eight games at Hard Rock Stadium. The Indianapolis Colts (2021) and Arizona Cardinals (2022) have been featured in the In Season edition of Hard Knocks. This clip originally aired on the podcast: Bye Week Brilliance: Miami Dominates Week 10 from the Sidelin...
Nov 15, 2023•9 min
The Miami Dolphins opened De'Von Achane's 21-day practice window late last week. The third-round rookie has played in just four games this season and is ranked No. 25 with 460 rushing yards. Achane adds another problem to Miami's offense but will coach Mike McDaniel take his time ramping up his snaps? Former Cleveland Browns receiver Anthony Schwartz was added to Miami's practice squad. We explain why the Dolphins may be interested in a receiver like Schwartz and ask if it could be related to Ja...
Nov 15, 2023•11 min
The Miami Dolphins didn't play in Week 10, but it was a great weekend to support the franchise as each of the other three AFC East teams fell impressively. The Buffalo Bills, New York Jets, and New England Patriots scored a combined 40 points. Meanwhile, Miami's league-leading offense charged the batteries ahead of a final push toward the playoffs. Josh Allen now leads the league in interceptions, Zach Wilson continues to be Zach Wilson, and Mac Jones was benched while in Germany. The Dolphins a...
Nov 15, 2023•14 min
Navigating through the highs and lows of the first half, we uncover the unseen storylines defining Miami's 6-3 start to the season. From the subtle strategies of the offensive line to the electrifying runs of De'Von Achane, each player on the field contributes to the Dolphins' success. It's easy to get caught up in the high-flying success of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and wide receiver Tyreek Hill, but don't forget about the other players on the field. The Dolphins are on track to make the playo...
Nov 10, 2023•29 min
The Miami Dolphins reached the bye leading the AFC East with a record of 6-3. While the rest of the division is in action this weekend, the Dolphins will rest up after falling to the Kansas City Chiefs on Nov. 5. Looking ahead to the final stretch of the season, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa currently has the fourth-best odds to win NFL MVP — what needs to happen over the final eight games for him to secure the award? Tagovailoa leads the league in passing yards and touchdowns, and wide receiver Ty...
Nov 10, 2023•34 min
Wide receiver Tyreek Hill is on pace to be the first receiver to reach 1,000 receiving in a season, and Raheem Mostert leads the league with 11 rushing touchdowns. The Miami Dolphins lead the league in points per game, but none of that would be possible without quarterback Tua Tagovailoa lifting the offense to new heights. We dissect the mechanics and strategies behind Tagovailoa's ability to elevate the skills and confidence of his teammates as a catalyst for Miami's success this season. This c...
Nov 10, 2023•14 min
NFL Next Gen Stats lists Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa as the league leader in passing EPA through nine weeks. Considering that the leader in passing EPA [Expected Points Added] has won the league MVP in six of the last seven games — can Miami's quarterback continue the trend? We take a closer look at Tagovailoa's strong start to the season and try to determine the narrative needed for him to be Miami's first quarterback to win the award since Dan Marino. This clip originally aired o...
Nov 10, 2023•12 min
The Miami Dolphins reached the bye week with a record of 6-3 and everyone is wondering how high this team's ceiling could be. Aaron Schatz, chief analytics officer at FTN Network and creator of DVOA (Defense-adjusted Value Over Average), joins the show to share his expectations for the 2023 Dolphins. We look at Miami's struggles on offense and how things could change moving forward — but will it be for the better? We also hit on the team's defense, which seems to be headed in the right direction...
Nov 09, 2023•14 min
Marek Brave joins the pod to turn the page on the Kansas City Chiefs after Miami fell to the defending Super Bowl Champs 21-14. Will these two teams meet again? Listen to what Marek thinks about the disappointing loss as we figure out how to feel as the team heads into the BYE at the top of the AFC East with a 6-3 record. Next, we briefly discuss the trio of wide receivers Miami worked out and break down some of the Dolphins' latest roster moves -- including what the team could do at the BYE wee...
Nov 09, 2023•37 min
Miami's offensive line has performed well early in the season, but how they look for the final half of the year is what truly counts. Could changes be made during the BYE? Or is what you see what you get with this unit? Finally, we give our thoughts on what we can expect from the Miami Dolphins coming out of the BYE as the team looks to make the playoffs for the first time since 2000. #FinsUP This clip originally aired on the podcast: Mid-Week with Marek: Turning the page on the Chiefs, Dolphins...
Nov 09, 2023•9 min
Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle battled through injury in Sunday's loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Head Coach Mike McDaniel seemed optimistic he would get right during the BYE, but that isn't stopping the Dolphins from working out a trio of WRs. Marek and I have the latest on Miami's roster moves, briefly give our thoughts on free-agent wideouts, and reveal our biggest surprises from the first half of the 2023 NFL season. #FinsUp This clip originally aired on the podcast: Mid-Week with Mare...
Nov 09, 2023•12 min
A 14-point third quarter wasn't enough for the Miami Dolphins to overcome a 21-point deficit to the Kansas City Chiefs in Germany on Sunday. The Dolphins fell to 0-3 against teams with a winning record and struggled to move the football against a stout Chiefs defense. Tyreek Hill struggled most of the afternoon and fumbled right before half — a 14-point swing in favor of Kansas City. Week 10 is Miami's bye week, meaning they'll stew on this game for two weeks as they prepare for a late-season pu...
Nov 06, 2023•28 min
The Miami Dolphins are getting healthy on defense and we're starting to see Vic Fangio's vision taking form with a healthy secondary. Xavien Howard and Jalen Ramsey set the tone on the boundary while Jevon Holland and David Long Jr. were tied with a team-high eight tackles on the day. On top of that, Bradley Chubb continues to be a difference-maker on the edge, forcing a fumble and deflecting a pass in Sunday's loss. Miami's offense headlined the season's first half but Fangio's defense could st...
Nov 06, 2023•10 min
Defense coordinator Steve Spagnuolo and Kansas City's defense held quarterback Tua Tagovailoa under 200 passing yards in Sunday's 21-14 victory over the Miami Dolphins. The offense was scoreless in three of four quarters and a Tyreek Hill fumble — it was a harsh Week 9 showing for the unit. Coach Mike McDaniel is headed back to the drawing board as the Dolphins enter the Bye Week. Is Miami's offense starting to run out of steam after a quick start to the season? This clip originally aired on the...
Nov 06, 2023•13 min
The Miami Dolphins can silence critics on Sunday as they prepare to face the Kansas City Chiefs in a Week 9 showdown in Germany. Both teams hold identical 6-2 records, and the winner of the game takes the lead in the race for home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. While Patrick Mahomes and Tua Tagovailoa share the spotlight, this game highlights two formidable defenses eager to prove themselves on the international stage. In this episode, we take a comprehensive look at the crucial matchu...
Nov 04, 2023•28 min
From 'Cash The Ticket' ( subscribe here ): Quite possibly the game of the week will be on while you are having pizza for breakfast. Will the Dolphins prove themselves are legit? Find out what side the guys like on this episode of Cash the Ticket. Download and subscribe today. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 04, 2023•3 min
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was the AFC Offensive Player of the Month in September, and wide receiver Tyreek Hill followed by earning the honors for October after earning 600 receiving yards and four touchdowns throughout the month. Hill met with the media on Thursday to share his thoughts on winning the award, facing Kansas City in Germany, and even who he feels is the team's MVP through eight games — we run through everything you might have missed at work. The Thursday injury rep...
Nov 03, 2023•40 min
The Miami Dolphins have struggled to beat "good" teams, but we're here to tell you that they have a strong chance of leaving Germany with a win (no way this backfires). The Kansas City Chiefs are struggling to find consistent pass catchers while the Dolphins are getting healthy in the secondary as Xavien Howard and Jevon Holland are expected to return to the lineup. Mix that with a pass rush that features four players with at least four sacks and suddenly, Miami's defense may have a shot against...
Nov 03, 2023•10 min
The Miami Dolphins are FINALLY getting healthy and there are some good signs ahead of Sunday's Week 9 bout against the Kansas City Chiefs in Germany. Running back Raheem Mostert and tight end Durham Smythe returned to practice Thursday after missing Wednesday. Overall, 14 players were listed on the injury report, with eight of them being limited by injuries. Brandon Jones, who is still in the States, and Robert Hunt, didn't practice for the second straight day. We zoom in on the latest report an...
Nov 03, 2023•15 min
Tyreek Hill earned AFC Offensive Player of the Month honors after torching opposing defenses for 600 yards and four touchdowns throughout October. Hill needed just eight weeks to reach 1,000 receiving yards, and he's currently averaging 16.6 yards per catch in his eighth season. Hill met with the media on Thursday to discuss winning the award, who he feels is the team's MVP, and how he's preparing to face his former team in Germany. The four-time First-Team All-Pro had a clear message for his fo...
Nov 03, 2023•10 min
The Miami Dolphins' journey to Germany began on Monday as they began preparing to face the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. We delve into the potential travel advantages, considering the Dolphins left for Germany on Monday while the Chiefs won't arrive until Friday. We also provide updates on the injury status of Terron Armstead, Robert Hunt, Xavien Howard, Connor Williams, and Jevon Holland — is Miami approaching full strength at the right time? Tuesday marked the 2023 trade deadline, but the Dolp...
Nov 02, 2023•52 min
There was a moment in last weekend's win where the Dolphins had four backup offensive linemen on the field. Miami battled injuries early in the year, but it seems like the roster is getting healthy at the right time. After four backups played in Week 8, the Dolphins may battle the Chiefs with four of five starters playing on the offensive line. On the other side of the football, it may finally be time to see what a secondary featuring Jevon Holland, Xavien Howard, and Jalen Ramsey could look lik...
Nov 02, 2023•17 min
Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier doesn't shy away from making a splash via trade or free agency, but all was quiet early this week. The Dolphins didn't make a move at the trade deadline on Tuesday, meaning they're pushing forward with the group they currently have. That said, is it the right decision? The Buffalo Bills and Jacksonville Jaguars made notable moves, but was it enough to make Miami feel like it's falling behind? This clip originally aired on the podcast: Dolphins Dive into...
Nov 02, 2023•12 min
The slightest adjustments can make a difference in professional sports and potentially sway the outcome of games. Coach Mike McDaniel and the Miami Dolphins decided it was best to leave for Germany on Monday for Sunday's AFC battle with the Kansas City Chiefs. The Dolphins will practice in Germany three times ahead of Sunday's game. That said, Kansas City has decided to take the tunnel vision approach — traveling overseas on Thursday and practicing internationally on Friday. They're not adjustin...
Nov 02, 2023•12 min
From 'Stinkin' Truth Podcast' ( Subscribe Here ): Mark Schlereth won't get to travel to Germany and called Dolphins/Chiefs like he had hoped, but that doesn't stop him and Mike Evans from previewing what could be the game of the year. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 01, 2023•9 min
