Taking a look at one of the deepest position groups in this year’s draft, PFF’s Trevor Sikkema breaks it all down through a Dolphins lens. What can we expect from new DC Anthony Weaver in terms of body and play style? How does Miami’s current roster impact their draft strategy. Plus, Travis talks about throwing motions, Erik Ezukanma and the RB room. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 12, 2024•42 min
Taking a look at the 2024 rookie QB class with ESPN’s Jordan Reid. Since Miami has a Pro Bowl QB, we talked more about the evolution process and development of young QBs. Plus, who Jordan thinks is a good system fit for Miami on Day 3, and Travis’ full breakdown of Teair Tartt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 10, 2024•32 min
Kicking off the NFL Draft previews — from the Dolphins lens — with Taylor Kyles. Taylor covers the Patriots for CLSN in Boston, specializing in player evaluation. He and Travis discuss the top of the class, round two fits and day three sleepers. Plus, Travis goes over his current big board for pick 21 and trade options — up and down — for the Fins in the first round. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 08, 2024•33 min
We wrap up the week with plenty more draft talk by looking at the mock drafts of the heavy hitters in the industry. Plus, we break down the top edge rushers and why Miami’s roster building allows them to take the best player available among a large bucket. Finally, potential shortcomings on the April 2024 roster and solutions for those perceived issues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 05, 2024•33 min
Travis is back for another April hodge-poge edition of Drive Time. We start by breaking down Miami’s re-signgings and what it tells us about their FA approach. Plus, when to run and pass, and a breakdown of the top two DTs in this year’s class — Byron Murphy and Johnny Newton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 03, 2024•37 min
Travis is cutting tape of some of the Dolphins free agents and re-singings, plus talking about some of the prospects not yet covered at WR and OT. Who makes sense and at which pick for Miami? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 01, 2024•40 min
One more time for the FA class of 2024. We are concluding our intial signing interviews with Neville Gallimore and Jodi Fortson. We’ll also hear from Lions multi-media host Tim Twentyman, who covered Benito Jones in Detroit. We’ll also welcome in Hailey Sutton who covered Neville Gallimore in Dallas. And, of course, the film breakdown on all three. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 29, 2024•39 min
More chats with the 2024 Dolphins free agency class as Aaron Brewer and Jack Driscoll join Drive Time. Plus, analysis on their tape and a chat with the people that covered the players before they arrived in Miami. Today, Turron Davenport who covers the Titans for ESPN NFL Nation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 27, 2024•38 min
Two weeks into free agency, Travis is recapping all that the Dolphins have done. Plus, Mike McDaniel met with the media in Orlando at the owner’s meetings — we’ll discuss the highlights. Finally, Jonathan Harris joins the show to talk about signing with the Dolphins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 25, 2024•43 min
Miami added two stalwarts to the defense in free agency and we’re introducing you to them on today’s episode of Drive Time. We welcome in Kendall Fuller and Shaq Barrett, evaluate their games and hear from the writers who covered them in Washington and Tampa Bay — Scott Smith and Zach Selby. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 22, 2024•42 min
Free agency interviews roll on as Jordan Poyer and Siran Neal join Travis to talk about joining the Dolphins, overcoming career obstacles and much more! Plus, we break down their games and welcome in Sal Capaccio from the Bills beat to tell us about the Jordan and Siran the people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 20, 2024•37 min
The free agency chats continue as we welcome in Jordyn Books and Anthony Walker Jr. to the podcast studio. Plus, we analyze their games and their potential impact on the defense. We conclude with interviews with Michael-Shawn Dugar from the Athletic Seattle, and Nathan Zegura from the Browns radio network to talk about the people behind the helmets in Brooks and Walker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 18, 2024•35 min
Free agency is underway we are starting the interviews with the newcomers. Tight end Jonnu Smith comes on the show to talk about joining the Dolphins. Plus, we talk to Justin Felder of Fox5Sports in Atlanta to tell us about covering Smith with the Falcons, and the latest news around the Fins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 15, 2024•33 min
Let the chaos begin! We’re breaking down all the reported activity of the week for your Miami Dolphins. How the reported moves could impact the team in 2024 and beyond; plus, a look around the NFL at all the signings and dealings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 13, 2024•42 min
The frenzy kicks off today so we’re breaking down free agency and what the new league year could look like for your Miami Dolphins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 11, 2024•35 min
On the precipice of the new league year, Travis examines the different ways to build a roster including: improvement from the incumbents and a study of Year 3 of continuity in an offensive system. Plus, the many released veterans around the league who can still play and how that could afford Miami a solid route to maintaining competitiveness for 2024 and beyond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 08, 2024•31 min
A hodge podge episode of Drive Time features a look back at the Dolphins career of Jerome Baker, the latest news and notes, and what we can learn from Dolphins past selections for the 2024 draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 06, 2024•35 min
One more time for the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine as Travis recaps the on-field workouts, players that he likes for Miami and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 04, 2024•37 min
Travis is joined by Kyle Crabbs from Locked On Dolphins to go down his free agent big board, talk favorite prospects, and preview the 2024 offseason for Miami. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 01, 2024•32 min
Travis is joined by ESPN’s Matt Miller to break down the 2024 draft class holistically, but also from the Dolphins lens. Plus, Travis previews the workouts that kickoff tonight at Lucas Oil Stadium. Finally, E.J. Snyder from Bootleg Football joins us for his thoughts on this year’s class and the future of the Scouting Combine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 29, 2024•38 min
Another packed episode of the Drive Time Podcast welcomes in Jordan Reid from ESPN, Emory Hunt from CBS Sports HQ and covering General Manager Chris Grier’s press conference. Team-building, first round options, sleepers, Tua and Wilkins’ contract situations, building the offensive line and so much more!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 28, 2024•41 min
The first day in Indianapolis is a wrap as we heard from NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah on the Dolphins team-building approach, draft fits and much more. Plus, Brad Speilberger joins to make us all smarter on all things contracts and free agency. Finally, Mike McDaniel met with the media — we’ll play the highlights from that presser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 27, 2024•35 min
Travis is back for a loaded Monday edition of the podcast. First, the latest on the Miami Dolphins, and several questions related to draft and team-building philosophy — as always — through a Dolphins lens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 26, 2024•43 min
ravis is back for another list of top 10, this time tackling the draft ahead of next week’s combine. Plus, the supply/demand disparity currently in football, and the themes of this year’s draft class. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 23, 2024•35 min
Poring over the tape, Travis identifies 10 free agents he thinks would be fun fits for the Dolphins when the new league year begins in March. Plus, the latest Dolphins news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 21, 2024•32 min
Travis is hosting, but you, the fan, are producing this episode. Answering your questions about the draft, free agency, the offseason and everything in between. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 19, 2024•35 min
We meet new Dolphins DC Anthony Weaver who held his introduction press conference Thursday. We’ll hear his philosophy on player development, service to players, his past with Coach McDaniel, the Dolphins defensive personnel, how to maximize Jalen Ramsey and so much more. Plus, Marc Vandermeer, the voice of the Houston Texans, stops in to tell us about the years he spent covering Coach Weaver in Houston. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 16, 2024•38 min
Travis puts a bow on the 2023 look back series by evaluating the defensive backs. Plus, a quick browse of the top 100 free agents for 2024 via PFF and which names standout. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 14, 2024•44 min
The football season is over, but Drive Time is not. We’re recapping the Super Bowl and Dolphins-themed lessons from the game. Plus, we continue the 2023 review with the edges, and take a look at the coaches who will reportedly be joining Coach Anthony Weaver’s defensive staff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 12, 2024•34 min
Kyle Crabbs hosts the Locked On Dolphins and Locked On NFL Scouting Podcasts. Today, he stops by the Drive Time studios to answer Travis’ many questions about the Dolphins offseason questions and how it could look for the Fins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 09, 2024•44 min