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A Legacy of Excellence: Danny Poole stepping away from the training room
by David Hood - Senior Writer - 2022-02-03 16:32:02.688 Danny Poole checks out the players at the last practice of the season. On a warm and sunny late December afternoon in Orlando, members of the Clemson football team went through a round of calisthenics before the start of what would be the final practice of the 2021 season. The Tigers were preparing to take on Iowa State in the Cheez-It Bowl, and that final practice was all that remained before the bowl game.
First Impressions: Swinney promised he wasn't a quitter after 2010 UNC loss
by David Hood - Senior Writer - 2020-06-28 08:01:03.0 Swinney on the sidelines at UNC in 2010. On more than one occasion, I have asked Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney about his maturity as a coach and the lessons he’s learned along the way. His answers are usually insightful, but it’s easier for us who have followed his career to see the growing and learning process from a different point of view. The game at UNC in 2010 is a perfect example.
Philadelphia Eagles wise to add Javon Hargrave over Byron Jones
FOXBORO, MA - JANUARY 22: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots is sacked by Javon Hargrave #79 of the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first quarter of the AFC Championship Game at Gillette Stadium on January 22, 2017 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) The Eagles started the offseason with a signing that many weren’t expecting, but was still the right move. The Philadelphia Eagles entered the offseason with glaring holes in the secondary and at receiver.
Texans vs. Ravens - Game Preview - November 27, 2017 - ESPN
The Baltimore Ravens thrive under the bright lights and they can strengthen their position in the AFC playoff race with a victory over the Houston Texans on Monday night at M&T Bank Stadium. Since coach John Harbaugh took over the team in 2008, Baltimore has gone 11-1 in night games -- the best mark in the NFL. The Ravens (5-5) have also won nine consecutive prime-time matchups, also the longest streak in the NFL. "It is historic," Ravens coach John Harbaugh said about playing Monday night.
Julio Jones (lower leg) to sit out practice on Wednesday
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Atlanta Falcons coach Dan Quinn said wide receiver Julio Jones, who suffered an undisclosed lower leg injury in last week's loss at Carolina, will go through a walk-through but not practice Wednesday.Jones said "I'll be all right" when asked about the injury after the game.
Chiefs fall to Victoria 1-0 - Spokane, North Idaho News & Weather KHQ.com
Maxime Lagace made 24 saves for his first NHL victory in the Vegas Golden Knights' 5-4 win over the Ottawa Senators. Maxime Lagace made 24 saves for his first NHL victory in the Vegas Golden Knights' 5-4 win over the Ottawa Senators. Adding Kyle Turris gives the Predators the center depth to match anyone in the NHL. Adding Kyle Turris gives the Predators the center depth to match anyone in the NHL.
Dolphins center Mike Pouncey participates in Friday's practice
Mike Pouncey participated in Friday’s practice, which suggests the Miami Dolphins’ starting center is inching closer to completing the NFL’s concussion protocol. Pouncey participated in all of Friday’s practice, and is listed as questionable for Sunday’s home game against the New York Jets. The Dolphins only have Saturday’s walk-through before preparation for the game concludes.
Miami Dolphins getting healthier on defense
The Dolphins, for the first time this season, hope to have all their defensive players from their opening day roster available Sunday against Tennessee. That excludes the three who are out for the season (Koa Misi, Raekwon McMillan and Tony Lippett) and the one who’s suspended for the first eight games (T.J. McDonald).
Byron Maxwell in the doghouse for good reason but not the one you think
It really makes no sense for the Miami Dolphins to cut cornerback Byron Maxwell now. Such a move would represent a significant cap hit. It would get rid of a player -- admittedly perplexing one -- at a position of need. And after losing Tony Lippett for the season to an Achilles’ injury, the Dolphins are not long on talent at the position anyway. But is Maxwell in the doghouse now? Yes. And he’s not exactly digging himself out lately, either.
Dolphins running out of options to fix leaky secondary
Two games into the season and the Dolphins still don’t seem to have a good answer for who should be playing the cornerback spot opposite Xavien Howard. For the second week in a row, the Dolphins started Byron Maxwell at that spot, but Maxwell played so poorly during the Dolphins surprising 20-6 loss to the Jets on Sunday that they turned to Alterraun Verner. Verner didn’t fare any better.
Clemson Pros: Watson 'phenomenal' play wows Texans vs Patriots - TigerNet.com
News and notes from week three for Clemson products in the NFL: One championship quarterback met another when Houston and New England played Sunday – and neither disappointed. Super Bowl champion Tom Brady fired five touchdown passes – his last, a fade across his body for a game-winning 25-yard touchdown with 23 seconds left in a 36-33 home victory. Watson, who led Clemson to its second national title in January, threw for over 300 yards with two touchdowns to two interceptions.
With cap issues looming, five Dolphins under particular pressure this season; Fins notes
Some on-field Dolphins talks while bracing for the fury of Hurricane Irma: • There’s pressure on every high-salaried veteran in a league without guaranteed contracts, but more so on some than others. With the Dolphins needing to clear cap space next spring (they have essentially no 2018 space at the moment), there are a handful of players who must play particularly well – and be durable this year – to avoid Miami cutting or restructuring them.
Dolphins face no-win with season opener being moved or rescheduled
The NFL is moving or rescheduling the Bucs-Dolphins game. That much we know. Neither option is good for the Dolphins. ESPN reports the NFL likely reschedules the game for Week 11 when both teams have byes. That means both team teams would play 16 consecutive weeks. “It would be tough,” quarterback Jay Cutler said earlier this week, via the Miami Herald. “It would be tough. Guys kind of need that bye week to get healthy and push through the second half of the season. This is latest bye week I ever had.
Miami Dolphins: Trade rumors swirling, Pro Bowl receiver Jarvis Landry not worried
DAVIE, FLA. -- Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jarvis Landry, a two-time Pro Bowl selection, is not worried about trade rumors after a report that the team is listening to inquiries. "It came across and a few people sent it to me, but coach (Adam) Gase did an amazing job," he said. "He called me in and he just talked to me, explained to me the situation and everything that's going on and that that's false, and that's all I really needed to hear from him.
Jay Cutler says no one should worry about Alshon Jeffery
After coaches said Alshon Jeffery was "behind," his former quarterback says there's nothing to worry about. Alshon Jeffery wasn't at his best in the Eagles' second preseason game against the Bills. A few days after making his Philly debut, Eagles quarterback coach Mike Groh said of Jeffery: "I think he's behind. Anytime you miss the amount of time he did.
Eagles-Dolphins 2017 training camp practice notes, Day 20
The Philadelphia Eagles and Miami Dolphins had their first day of joint practices on Monday, and it was... eh, alright, I guess. Throughout practice, the Eagles' offense was on one field with the Dolphins' defense, while the Dolphins' offense battled the Eagles' defense on another. • The field with the best sideline view was the Eagles' offense vs. the Dolphins' defense, so that's what I watched for the entirety of the day.
WATCH: Tankersley gets his first NFL interception - TigerNet.com
Miami rookie cornerback Cordrea Tankersley had two tackles, a pass deflection, and his first career interception in a 31-7 preseason loss against the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night. Tankersley is currently competing for the Dolphins' No. 3 cornerback spot and the interception didn't hurt his chances of early playing time this season. “I just went with my instincts and I made the play,” Tankersley said after the game via the PalmBeachPost.com.
Miami Dolphins CB Tony Lippett tears Achilles, out for season
Miami Dolphins cornerback Tony Lippett tore his Achilles and will have season-ending surgery, coach Adam Gase said on Tuesday. Lippett, who sustained the injury during Monday's practice, made 13 starts last season and collected 67 tackles and a team-high four interceptions. The 25-year-old played in 75 percent of Miami's defensive snaps in 2016 and was expected to be a backup this season behind starters Byron Maxwell and Xavien Howard.
Kiko Alonso quickly turned career around with Miami Dolphins
Kiko Alonso is living proof that fortunes can change rapidly in the NFL.Just one year ago, the Miami Dolphins weren't exactly sure what they were getting when they acquired Alonso and corner Byron Maxwell in a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles. Alonso was coming off multiple knee injuries and didn't look like the same agile, athletic linebacker he was during his rookie season with the Buffalo Bills.Alonso was pretty much a throw-in, because Miami needed cornerback help and wanted Maxwell.
Byron Maxwell says Dolphins' secondary can be like Legion of Boom
Byron Maxwell thinks his team could be on the verge of something great. Despite being unraveled by the Steelers in the wild-card round of the playoffs, the Dolphins cornerback believes Miami's secondary will come back stronger next season and could even replicate the Legion of Boom he was once a part of in Seattle. MORE: DeSean Jackson would like to re-sign with Redskins "We can be talked about how they talked about us in Seattle," Maxwell said, via the Palm Beach Post.
What's wrong with the Packers' offense? Stats tell a depressing story
Since he became the Green Bay Packers' starting quarterback in 2008, Aaron Rodgers has been one of the top quarterbacks in the NFL, if not the outright best when he's firing on all cylinders. That's not exactly a newsflash. From 2008-13 the Packers have finished out of the top 10 just once in overall yards (No. 13 in 2012), and overall points (No. 10 in 2010). But this season, they're No. 27 in points and No. 28 in yards, and if you want more exotic metrics to gauge the size of the problem...
Greg Huston: Big Ben sure loves to talk about his little hurts
The Pittsburgh Steelers and fans of the team have been very lucky to have Ben Roethlisberger over the past 13 or so years.No one can dispute his greatness, and no one can dispute his toughness as a NFLmquarterback.With the exception of Tom Brady, there’s not really anyone else out there that fans would rather see under center for their team.
“Big Three” power Steelers by Dolphins 30-12
PITTSBURGH — Injuries forced Ben Roethlisberger, Antonio Brown and Le’Veon Bell to wait three seasons for the chance to run onto the field together in the playoffs.
Steelers tight end Green out against Dolphins
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers will be without one of their big downfield weapons against Miami on Sunday.Tight end Ladarius Green is inactive for the wild-card game against the Dolphins while he continues to recover from a concussion.
Steelers sit Big Ben, Bell, Brown for meaningless finale
The playoff-bound Pittsburgh Steelers did as coach Mike Tomlin promised, sitting quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, running back Le’Veon Bell, receiver Antonio Brown and center Maurkice Pouncey for a meaningless regular-season finale against Cleveland.With the AFC North champions locked into the third seed in the conference playoffs, the Steelers also gave tight end Ladarius Green (concussion) and defensive end Stephon Tuitt (knee) the day off Sunday in hopes they’ll be ready when the postseason...
Miami Dolphins stuck with Ravens again; Moore, Maxwell, Stills notes | Miami Herald
A six-pack of Dolphins notes on a Wednesday evening:• Cornerback Byron Maxwell, who missed the Buffalo game with an ankle injury, said he’s feeling better but he’s not yet 100 percent and the team hasn’t cleared him to begin running. So even though he said he wants to play Sunday, the team hasn’t even cleared him yet to practice. That means Miami could be without three starters in the secondary Sunday against New England, with starting safeties Reshad Jones and Isa Abdul Quddus on injured reserve.
Injury updates for Ryan Tannehill, Byron Maxwell, Jay Ajayi and more | Miami Herald
Adam Gase didn’t rule Ryan Tannehill out for the Patriots game on Monday, but Tannehill’s absence all but did on Wednesday.Tannehill’s injured knee still has not healed enough to allow him to practice, so he didn’t when the Dolphins gathered to begin preparing for New England.Tannehill hasn’t played since spraining his ACL and MCL in Week 14 against the Cardinals.Byron Maxwell is still on the mend as well.
Young first of many free agents Dolphins expected to retain this offseason
Sam Young was out of football two and a half months ago.Now he’s got a football contract for not just this season, but also next.Young, the reserve offensive lineman who has played more and more as a sixth blocker in recent weeks, signed a one-year extension with the Dolphins Wednesday, the Miami Herald has confirmed.Pro Football Talk first reported the signing.Dolphins sign OT Sam Young to a one-year extension per source.— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) December 28, 2016 The terms:...
Dolphins are without nine starters and nearly half their salary cap. How are they winning? | Miami Herald
From a simple math perspective, the Dolphins have zero business qualifying for the playoffs.Consider:There are 22 starters in football. On Sunday, the Dolphins will face the Patriots with as many as nine of the 22 players they counted on as 2016 starters out of the lineup.The latest lost: Isa Abdul-Quddus, the safety placed on injured reserve Wednesday with a neck injury.That’s crazy.But the economics involved are even crazier.The 2016 NFL salary cap is $155 million.
Jets without RB Matt Forte, Pats without Hightower, Amendola
Jets running back Matt Forte is missing his first game Saturday against the New England Patriots with a torn meniscus in his right knee and an injured shoulder.That means running back Khiry Robinson is active for the first time and will make his debut Saturday for the Jets.The Patriots will be without linebacker Dont’a Hightower for the third time this season. He’s been bothered by knee issues.
Richardson disciplined for Snapchat 'mistake'
Sheldon Richardson’s Snapchat “mistake” got him disciplined by Todd Bowles.The New York Jets defensive lineman met with his coach after a pregame video post Saturday night that included some foul language went viral on social media.“It went good,” Bowles said Tuesday of his chat with the former Missouri standout.
Ailing Mario Williams not thinking retirement: ‘I don't want it to end like this’ | Miami Herald
Everyone wanted to talk about his past.Mario Williams’ thoughts were on his future -- both near and distant.Williams, the former Bills defensive end who left Buffalo with acrimony, returns to Western New York Saturday for the first time as a Dolphin.He hopes it’s not the last.Williams is in the penultimate game of his most frustrating -- and least productive -- season as a pro.Expectations were high when the Dolphins signed the former No. 1 overall pick to a two-year, $17 million contract in...
Byron Maxwell sits out Dolphins practice Tuesday with ankle injury | Miami Herald
Dolphins cornerback Byron Maxwell, who injured his ankle against the Jets, did not participate in the portion of practice open to reporters Tuesday.When Maxwell met with reporters Sunday, he said he had not yet had an MRI and it was too early to know if he would play in Saturday’s critical showdown with the Bills.
Moore sets career high with 4 TDs as Miami routs Jets
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Matt Moore's first game as Ryan Tannehill's replacement was the best of his career. The nine-year veteran stepped in Saturday night by throwing for four touchdowns in keeping the Miami Dolphins' playoff hopes very much alive with a 34-13 rout of the New York Jets. In his first start since Jan. 1, 2012 — a Dolphins victory over the Jets, with current New York coach Todd Bowles serving as interim Miami coach — Moore picked apart the mistake-prone hosts.
Dolphins quarterback Tannehill reportedly tore left MCL off bone, is in full leg cast | Miami Herald
Ryan Tannehill’s knee injury might be more serious than first believed.Five days after coach Adam Gase told reporters that Tannehill sprained his ACL and MCL, the NBC/NFL Network broadcast team reported Saturday that Tannehill tore the MCL off his knee and is in a full leg cast.The Dolphins had no comment at the time of publication.Tannehill was at Saturday night’s game and was on the field before kickoff, but he walked with a noticeable limp and the assistance of a crutch.If the broadcast...
Moore sets career high with 4 TDs as Miami routs Jets
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Matt Moore’s first game as Ryan Tannehill’s replacement was the best of his career. The nine-year veteran stepped in Saturday night by throwing for four touchdowns in keeping the Miami Dolphins’ playoff hopes very much alive with a 34-13 rout of the New York Jets. In his first start since Jan. 1, 2012 — a Dolphins victory over the Jets, with current New York coach Todd Bowles serving as interim Miami coach — Moore picked apart the mistake-prone hosts.
New York Jets WR Brandon Marshall continues rant vs. Miami Dolphins CB Byron Maxwell
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- New York Jets wide receiver Brandon Marshall was at it again Thursday, ripping Miami Dolphins cornerback Byron Maxwell. This time, he used a prop.Resuming his rant from six weeks ago, Marshall accused Maxwell of being "the same guy" from their Nov. 6 meeting, meaning a defender who holds "on every single play." Marshall's words sparked a chippy battle in South Florida.
Jets’ Marshall bringing own penalty flag to Dolphins game
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Brandon Marshall wants to help out the officials on Saturday night. The New York Jets wide receiver has criticized Miami’s Byron Maxwell for holding on plays too much, so Marshall has a plan to make sure the Dolphins cornerback gets called for some penalties. He’s bringing his own yellow flag to the game. “He’s the same guy,” Marshall said of Maxwell on Thursday. “I thought the refs did an amazing job the last time we played them and they threw three, four or five flags.
Miami Dolphins’ Byron Maxwell: ‘I’m the best’ corner in NFL
Going back to the end of September, most observers were convinced that the Byron Maxwell experiment was a failure and that the cornerback would be out of town next season. It was Sept. 29, not long before a Thursday night game in Cincinnati, when it was announced that Maxwell was benched from his starting position, replaced by second year corner Tony Lippett. Now, eight weeks later, Maxwell is the Dolphins’ best defensive back.
Stirring bad memories of ’84, Dolphins defense is in retreat
DAVIE, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins now have something in common with their 1984 Super Bowl team, and it’s not good. Miami has allowed 971 yards the past two weeks, the highest total in consecutive games for the franchise in 32 years. The 1984 team gave up 455 yards in the AFC championship game and 537 in the Super Bowl, a collapse even Dan Marino couldn’t overcome as Miami lost the title game. The Dolphins’ defense hasn’t retreated so furiously since — until now.
Chargers claim RB Hillman, ex-SDSU star
The Chargers, who allowed no running back other than Melvin Gordon to touch the ball in their most recent game, moved to add speed to the unit Tuesday when they claimed former San Diego State running back Ronnie Hillman on waivers from the Vikings. Hillman, 25, could be a backup option Sunday against the Houston Texans.
Chargers fail to cash in on Dolphins brain cramps, penalties
Again and again, seven times in all, the Dolphins tried to unwittingly assist the Chargers’ bid to reach .500 and find even footing in a season that wobbled wildly at the start. Five times in the second half alone – including the drive that produced the Bolts’ final touchdown – Miami mind-cramped itself into penalties that extended drives. The seven first downs by penalty comprised the most generous gift-giving by a Chargers opponent this season.
Jets' Marshall bringing own penalty flag to Dolphins game
FILE - In this Nov. 13, 2016, file photo, New York Jets wide receiver Brandon Marshall (15) warms up before playing against the Los Angeles Rams, in East Rutherford, N.J. Arizona's Larry Fitzgerald, Miami's Mike Pouncey and the New York Jets' Brandon Marshall are among the 32 players eligible for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award. Named for the late Hall of Fame running back, the award recognizes a player's community service and performance on the field.
Dolphins'CB Culliver to return from serious knee injury
FILE - In this Oct. 23, 2016, file photo, Miami Dolphins defensive back Chris Culliver (29) runs the ball, during the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Culliver, who suffered a serious knee injury a year ago, is back on the active roster and hoping to play Sunday at San Diego. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File) DAVIE, Fla. (AP) -- It has been nearly a year since Chris Culliver played in a game, and the countdown to his 2016 debut is almost over.
New York Jets wide receiver Brandon Marshall continues to complain about Byron Maxwell's tactics
MIAMI -- Jets wide receiver Brandon Marshall started complaining on Wednesday about Dolphins cornerback Byron Maxwell's tactics, and he kept piling it on even after New York's 27-23 loss on Sunday to Miami."He's exactly who I thought he was: He's a holder, he's a grabber," Marshall said of Maxwell. "That's not how you play football."Maxwell covered Marshall on almost every play, and it was a chippy matchup from the outset.
Trash talk between Jets' Brandon Marshall, Dolphins' Byron Maxwell spills to postgame
Dolphins cornerback Byron Maxwell is a cheater, New York Jets star Brandon Marshall said before and after Sunday's 27-23 loss to Miami. "He was exactly who I thought he was. He's a holder, he's a grabber. That's not how you play football," said Marshall, who said during the week that Maxwell held him on every play in a previous meeting last season when Maxwell was with the Eagles. Maxwell did hold Sunday.
Fitzpatrick: ‘We’ve got to win them all’
Ryan Fitzpatrick laid it all out there. At 3-5, the Jets have no choice but to win out to have any chance to make the playoffs. “We’ve got to win them all,” the quarterback said in advance of today’s game against the AFC East rival Dolphins (3-4). Days later, cornerback Darrelle Revis echoed that sentiment. “We weathered the storm so far,” he said. “This one here is a must-win for us. It definitely is. It’s going to be a physical game for us and . . .
Following NY loss, Marshall keeps complaining about Maxwell
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) - Jets receiver Brandon Marshall kept complaining all afternoon - to the officials, to his quarterback, to Dolphins cornerback Byron Maxwell and to anyone who would listen after the game.Maxwell let the scoreboard do the talking.Miami beat New York 27-23 Sunday, in part because Maxwell held Marshall in check.
Miami Dolphins CB Byron Maxwell on Brandon Marshall criticism -- 'I never hold'
DAVIE, Fla. -- Miami cornerback Byron Maxwell, with a smile, denied accusations by New York Jets wide receiver Brandon Marshall earlier this week that the Dolphins' veteran holds "every single play."Responded Maxwell on Thursday: "Did I hold him every play? No. I never hold."It's not true that Maxwell never holds.
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