Archives for October 2, 2009

‘Still, former Bill and CBS analyst Steve Tasker said it’s a no-lose situation for both sides. "The Bills needed some help for Lee Evans, and with the one-year contract they’re not tied to him," Tasker said. "And if he has a big year he’ll have a chance to get one more big contract. It’ll be interesting to see whether it works out."’

‘It’s obviously an important game for us. Some of the younger guys might not realize it as much as the veterans, but this is an intense rivalry. Anytime you play in the division, they’re must wins. Whether it be New England, Miami or the New York Jets, they’re very important games. You play them twice a year so you know them really well. You tend to work on them pretty hard throughout the off-season because those are the games that matter. You win your division, you go to the post-season.’

‘It leaves Buffalo with just two healthy defensive tackles for the game in Marcus Stroud and Spencer Johnson. Kyle Williams has been bothered by a groin injury, but practiced fully on Friday and is expected to play. Being down a man at defensive tackle could be an issue with the weather forecast calling for a high temperature of 89 degrees in Miami on Sunday.’

‘Trent is a leader on this team. He’s a captain so he’s got to make some plays in order for this team to win. They’re not a team right now that can afford to miss on those opportunities and still find a way to win a football game. They’ve got to capitalize on most of those each and every week. The offense is doing their best, but the players just have to dig a little deeper and play a little better and find a way to get the ball in the hands of the playmakers each week.’

‘Memorable moments in Bills history will be reviewed at 1 p. m. Saturday in the Buffalo&Erie County Historical Society, 25 Nottingham Court, in conjunction with the current exhibition “The Buffalo Bills 50th Season.”‘

‘"This is why we got Drayton," Jauron said. "We really liked him as a free agent and what he brings to us. He’s got a great attitude. He works hard. We’re really glad we have him."’

‘"They’re very effective in what they do," Scott said. "They have very good quickness. I can see they have savvy from watching the film. You can’t be in the league just off your name. You have to be able to produce, and they do that. It’s definitely going to be a challenge, but I’m looking forward to it."’

‘"He’s a player that maximizes his ability by understanding what we’re doing with the scheme," said linebackers coach Matt Sheldon. "He’s a good opportunistic player who gets himself in the right place at the right time. And he’s made improvement."’

‘"I had to get on him a little bit, but he’s never backed down from any challenge," Stroud said. "I think Eric’s going to be a good player in this league for a long time. He’s got the fundamentals down and now he works to get better every day. You can just tell by the way a guy moves, his demeanor, how he acts if he’s going to make it."’

Miami Dolphins flounder in red zone (Miami Herald)

Miami Dolphins’ Paul Soliai endures tragedy in American Samoa (Miami Herald)

Chad Henne tries to rescue Miami Dolphins’ lost decade (Miami Herald)

Miami Dolphins’ Joey Porter misses practice, might play against Buffalo (Miami Herald)

Is Ted Ginn Jr. the man for Dolphins’ deep passing game? (South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Dolphins-Bills on TV (South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Dolphins’ Soliai playing with heavy heart (South Florida Sun Sentinel)

‘Any Terrell Owens is a dangerous Terrell Owens,’ Sparano says (South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Jason Taylor Q&A: ‘Chad Henne is going to be good’ (South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Miami Dolphins look to salvage inept offense (Palm Beach Post)

Miami Dolphins’ Paul Soliai mourning family deaths in Samoa (Palm Beach Post)

Dolphins DT Soliai mourning deaths in Samoas (AP)

Dolphins LB Porter sits out with sore hamstring (AP)

Dolphins Ready For Return Of Bills RB Lynch; Dolphins-Bills Game A Sellout; Other Notes (MiamiDolphins.com)

Miami Dolphins Transcripts – 10/1/09 (MiamiDolphins.com)