Tannehill leads Dolphins to Week 2 Division Win

By Lisa Johnson // @LJ1303

Miami Dolphins 20 – 12 New York Jets

The Miami Dolphins are off and running, bringing home a “W” from their division rivals, New York Jets. And as of right now, they hold first place in the AFC East.

The Defense set the tone early and often, pressuring Rookie Sam Darnold into two interceptions that lead to 14 points for the Dolphins. They also harassed the rookie into making several mental mistakes costing the Jets poor field position and points. Continue reading “Tannehill leads Dolphins to Week 2 Division Win” →

Reviewing The Miami Dolphins Draft

By Lisa Johnson //@LJ1303

No need to beat around the bush. The Dolphins went into the 2018 draft with definite needs. The 2 most glaring needs being at linebacker and tight end. Not only did they address these needs, they doubled down on them. They didn’t just take one tight end and linebacker, they took two of each!

Miami started the night off selecting arguably the best safety in college football, Minkah Fitzpatrick out of Alabama.

Dolphins GM Chris Gire had this to say about their new first-round pick: “Impeccable character. At the end of the day, this guy is a football player, creates turnovers.”

Great intangibles are just part of the package that Fitzpatrick brought as a top-notch prospect. Along with his versatility in the secondary, he’s a high-character player who’s willing to do what it takes to succeed.

“A little different skill set than the other two guys. We’ll see how it will all play out.”

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Miami Dolphins: Draft Day 2 Recap

By Lisa Johnson // @LJ1303

Day 2 of the Miami Dolphins NFL draft did not disappoint.

As expected by many, the Dolphins selected Mike Gesicki a 6’6 249 pound TE out of Penn State. At 22 years of age, Gesicki, a former Basketball player, had been considered as a first round talent by many scouts.

His only knock was for a lack of blocking ability. Dolphins GM Chris Grier had nothing but praise for Gesicki, seemingly not too worried about his blocking, or lack thereof.

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