Archives for December 18, 2010

‘Last year, Byrd admitted it was a difficult transition to make from playing cornerback in college to moving to safety in the NFL. He noted that it was hard to get the right angles being in a different position on the field and that the angles he took were inconsistent. He feels now, his angles have improved dramatically and we can all agree by the results we see on Sundays.’

‘Miami 23, Buffalo 20.’

‘When that happened and I didn’t cry, it didn’t go over very well with my wife. I’ve never really gotten past it though. My son was born on my birthday, Valentine’s Day, and I already had this game plan written for him, and then he is diagnosed with this fatal disease when he is four months into his life, and all the things I dreamed about as a father and son were pretty much gone. It has resulted in a lot of charity work through my foundation.’

‘"I don’t think many players are for it, just because of how tough and physical a season already is," Bills quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick said.’

‘"It’s hard to explain in words coming from a guy literally sitting on the couch watching games on Sunday and then just believing in the deepest part of your heart that I can play this game and just need an opportunity," the outside linebacker said this week during a conference call with the Buffalo media. "I’m thanking my stars and my angels that the Miami Dolphins gave me that opportunity, and every time I step on that field I treat it as a blessing and I go out there and play with my all."’

‘”It takes a special person to want to stop the run,” Heard said. “You have people who want the glory with the sacks and things like that. I just want to hit people and do the dirty work. If you can’t stop the run you can’t win. The first two downs are the most important because that dictates the game.”‘

Miami Dolphins cornerback Smith satisfied with progress (Miami Herald)

Brandon Marshall spreads some holiday cheer (South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Dolphins hope to get running game going against Bills (South Florida Sun Sentinel)

In wake of New York Jets incident, NFL clarifies rules for conduct on sideline (Palm Beach Post)

Dolphins Preparing For Different Looking Bills Offense; Other Notes (MiamiDolphins.com)

It’s All About How WE Play (MiamiDolphins.com)

‘There are at least four hurdles to clear before the proposal can be implemented, Brady said. Fans must be willing to invest. A bank or other financial institution, preferably one with a major presence in Buffalo, must be willing to manage the transaction. And ownership must be willing to participate.’