… against Miami Dolphins during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports of the Boston Herald, pretty much sums it up. “For those who fell asleep early last night like me, the Pats open the playoffs …
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The Dolphins are relevant again. Praise Gase, yes a ” but also Tannenbaum. Herea s why.
Jets owner Woody Johnson, impatient after back-to-back years out of the playoffs, fired Tannenbaum on New Year’s Eve, 2012. The termination abruptly ended Tannenbaum’s 16-year run with the franchise – the last seven of which as general manager.
The Dolphins are relevant again. Praise Gase, yes a ” but also Tannenbaum. Herea s why.
Jets owner Woody Johnson, impatient after back-to-back years out of the playoffs, fired Tannenbaum on New Year’s Eve, 2012. The termination abruptly ended Tannenbaum’s 16-year run with the franchise – the last seven of which as general manager.
Dolphins’ Matt Moore at ease in starting gig vs Patriots
Quarterback Matt Moore hadn’t started a game since 2012 when he was elevated to the top spot on the Miami Dolphins’ depth chart following an injury to Ryan Tannehill in Week 14. Moore always understood he was one injury away from overseeing an offense again. So, when he finally was called, he was prepared to step in and step it up.
Wearing brace, Dolphins’ Tannehill returns to practice field
Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill has returned to the practice field, but he’s not taking part in team drills yet. Tannehill wore a cap, T-shirt and left knee brace while watching his teammates at the start of Thursday’s workout for the regular-season finale Sunday against New England.
Does Miami Dolphins’ Adam Gase deserve Coach of the Year Award?
Dolphins fans have suffered long enough, been ridiculed long enough, to know this year’s playoff berth feels more like a rebirth. They know none of this would be possible if not for Gase, who in his first season has done more for the franchise than anyone else who held his title except one – arguably or certainly, take your pick.
Will Todd Bowles’ Fate Rest in Hands of Rex Ryan?
As the Jets prepare to play the final game of their disastrous season, one that will see them win no more than five games if they manage to pull out a week 17 victory, there’s one story line that will loom much larger than the game itself, that being head coach Todd Bowles’ job security, or lack thereof. Having lost 3 of their last 4 games by a combined score of 116-26, you can’t help but wonder if the fate of current head coach Todd Bowles will rest in the hands of the Jets former head coach, Rex Ryan.
Dolphins safety Isa Abdul-Quddus suffers neck injury against Bills
Buffalo Bills running back Mike Gillislee is tackled by Miami Dolphins’ Isa Abdul-Quddus during the first half of an NFL football game Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, in Orchard Park, N.Y. Miami Dolphins safety Isa Abdul-Quddus suffered a neck injury that kept him from playing in the final quarter of Saturday’s game against the Buffalo Bills . The play occurred when Abdul-Quddus, the Dolphins’ starting free safety, collided with teammate Xavien Howard on a 18-yard pass that Buffalo tight end Charles Clay scored on after shedding Abdul-Quddus’ tackle, closing the Bills’ deficit to 28-21 with one minute left in the third quarter.
Pats can avoid pitfall of 2015 with win over struggling Jets
In this Dec. 5, 2016, file photo, New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty looks to pass against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. Petty will make his fourth NFL start after his status was uncertain earlier in the week after suffering a bruised chest against Miami last Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016. less FILE – In this Dec. 5, 2016, file photo, New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty looks to pass against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. Petty will … more FILE – In this Dec. 12, 2016, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady warms up before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Foxborough, Mass.
Bills still stung by memories of last loss to Dolphins
In this Aug. 1, 2016 file photo, Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jarvis Landry runs with the football during practice at NFL football training camp, in Davie, Fla. . The Dolphins will play the Buffalo Bills on Saturday, Dec. 24. less FILE – In this Aug. 1, 2016 file photo, Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jarvis Landry runs with the football during practice at NFL football training camp, in Davie, Fla.
No Christmas-time clinch for Dolphins
Got knocked around a bit last week, but when you pick the Jets to beat the Dolphins, I guess you deserve the worst. Not beating myself up over the Upset of the Week misfire, though.
Jay Ajayia s production declining as teams try to stop him
Just a month ago, Jay Ajayi was on pace to produce one of the NFL’s three highest per-carry rushing averages this decade. Ajayi’s production has declined appreciably in the past month – he hasn’t topped 61 yards rushing in any of the past four games – but coach Adam Gase and offensive coordinator Clyde Christensen dispute any suggestion that Ajayi is remotely to blame for this.
Will Steelers’ O-line hold up against Ravens’ D?
NFL Network analyst and former Pro Bowl center Shaun O’Hara selects offensive line units to watch heading into the week, breaking down what’s on the line for each group, potential matchups and other significant factors. Following each week’s games, O’Hara will select a Built Ford Tough Offensive Line of the Week.
Bills stand in Dolphins’ way to close in on playoff berth
Dolphins RB Jay Ajayi had career-best 214 yards rushing, and Miami overcame 17-6 third-quarter deficit by scoring 22 consecutive points to beat Buffalo in past meeting. Dolphins have won eight of nine since 1-4 start and in position to clinch first playoff berth since 2008.
Charles Clay Shows Out Against Cleveland Browns
… Jaguars at New Era Field. Buffalo defeated Jacksonville 28-21. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports Buffalo Bills’ tight end Charles Clay had a nice outing on Sunday vs. the Cleveland Browns, which should help ease Bills’ fans …
Jets’ Petty leaves with chest injury, having CT scan
New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty fumbles the ball as he is sacked by Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. Miami recovered the ball on the play. New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty walks off the field after an injury during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Jets quarterback was knocked out of New York’s 34-13 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Saturday night on the first play of the fourth quarter when he got sandwiched by Cameron Wake and Ndamukong Suh as he completed a 28-yard pass down the right sideline to Robby Anderson.
Mistakes, bad decisions doom Jets in loss to Dolphins
New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty fumbles the ball as he is sacked by Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. Miami recovered the ball on the play. less New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty fumbles the ball as he is sacked by Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East … more New York Jets head coach Todd Bowles, right, greets Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase at mid field after an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Dolphins won 34-13.