Brian Flores’ NFL discrimination lawsuit will be tried first — and maybe only — in court of public opinion
The most lasting verdict in fired coach Brian Flores' discrimination lawsuit will be handed down by the court of public opinion, in the exponentially politicized process of picking new head coaches for the Dolphins and other teams, and, most especially, in the future of the Dolphins’ ownership.
sun-sentinel.comRussia's Putin and Belarus' Lukashenko play hockey after talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Belarusian counterpart Alexander Lukashenko play ice hockey after holding diplomatic talks. Both presidents played on the same team - Putin scoring 7 goals and Lukashenko 2, with the leaders coasting home in an 18:7 drubbing.
news.yahoo.comMiami Sports Pod: Dolphins suddenly streaking while Canes making major changes
On the latest episode of the Miami Sports Pod, Local 10 Sports Anchors Will Manso and Clay Ferraro discuss the Miami Dolphins and quarterback Tua Tagovailoa making it three straight wins after Sunday's victory over the New York Jets.
A stunner: Miami wins 2nd straight, tops Ravens 22-10
Xavien Howard forced a fumble and returned it 49 yards for a touchdown, Tua Tagovailoa came off the bench and capped his night with a 1-yard sneak for a score with 2:19 left and the Miami Dolphins stunned the Baltimore Ravens 22-10 on Thursday night.
No smoking: Dolphins' London trip stirs memories for Flores
Brian Flores is reasonably certain of this much: None of his players will be smoking cigarettes inside the Miami Dolphins locker room at halftime on Sunday. Sunday’s Dolphins game against the Jacksonville Jaguars will be the third time that Flores coaches an NFL game in London; he was on the New England staffs that won blowouts at Wembley Stadium in 2009 and 2012. Flores served one game as defensive coordinator for the Napoli Briganti, an Italian club team.
news.yahoo.comBest Starting Quarterbacks In The NFL (2021)
For the 2021 season, these are the starting quarterbacks, listed from worst to best. Jalen Hurts (Eagles)The Eagles have made it clear that they want Jalen Hurts as their starting quarterback. A duel threat, it’s still unknown if he’ll be the starting quarterback for the Eagles in the long term. Teddy Bridgewater (Broncos)Bridgewater is playing as the team’s starting quarterback this season, replacing former rookie Drew Lock after a lackluster season. His strong arm and analytical mind allowed him to stand up to some of the truly great quarterbacks, such as Tom Brady, Drew Brees.
thedelite.comTua Tagovailoa throws interception. Dolphins have a problem but not what you think
The Miami Dolphins’ starting offense didn’t get in the end zone in their preseason-opener Saturday despite having the football inside the Chicago Bears 10 yard line on one occasion and inside the 20 on another.
news.yahoo.comThe Ten Most Memorable Miami Sports Moments in the First Year of COVID
If Tua goes on to have a memorable career in Miami, this will be a picture that goes down in Miami sports history. Last year, the Miami Marlins' season started on July 24 with a three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies. It wasn't easy, or usual, but amongst all the chaos and obstacles in the way, the Miami Marlins punched their ticket to the postseason last year. The Miami Heat making the NBA Finals. The photo was taken toward the end of Game Five, a game Miami would go on to win, and which Butler finished with a massive triple-double.
miaminewtimes.comIt's Time for Miami to Put Some Respect Back on Tua Tagovailoa's Name
^ Keep New Times Free Support Us LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of South Florida and help keep the future of New Times free. Support UsThis time last year, just the thought of Tua Tagovailoa playing for the Miami Dolphins was enough to set butterflies aflutter in football fans' stomachs. But after a topsy-turvy rookie season, it seems as though Tua is a forgotten — or worse, a disrespected — man. Tua Tagovailoa is the Miami Dolphins' quarterback of the future, just as he was a few short months ago when the Dolphins selected him with the fifth-overall pick in the NFL draft. Every one of those selections, and more, should be used on offense picks to support Tua.
browardpalmbeach.comIt's Time for Miami to Put Some Respect Back on Tua Tagovailoa's Name
^ Keep New Times Free Support Us LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of Miami and help keep the future of New Times free. Support UsThis time last year, just the thought of Tua Tagovailoa playing for the Miami Dolphins was enough to set butterflies aflutter in football fans' stomachs. But after a topsy-turvy rookie season, it seems as though Tua is a forgotten — or worse, a disrespected — man. Tua Tagovailoa is the Miami Dolphins' quarterback of the future, just as he was a few short months ago when the Dolphins selected him with the fifth-overall pick in the NFL draft. Every one of those selections, and more, should be used on offense picks to support Tua.
miaminewtimes.comThe Dolphins' Season Is Over After an Embarrassing Blowout Loss in Buffalo
The jury is still out on who quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will be as a pro. ^ Keep New Times Free Support Us LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of South Florida and help keep the future of New Times free. From the vibes that were being thrown around on social media following the game, feelings about the Dolphins quarterback are not positive exiting the season. — Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) January 3, 2021So that's a wrap on another season of Miami Dolphins football. If there's one silver lining to it all, it's that Dolphins fans even had a season to watch in the first place.
browardpalmbeach.comThe Dolphins' Season Is Over After an Embarrassing Blowout Loss in Buffalo
The jury is still out on who quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will be as a pro. ^ Keep New Times Free Support Us LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of Miami and help keep the future of New Times free. From the vibes that were being thrown around on social media following the game, feelings about the Dolphins quarterback are not positive exiting the season. — Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) January 3, 2021So that's a wrap on another season of Miami Dolphins football. If there's one silver lining to it all, it's that Dolphins fans even had a season to watch in the first place.
miaminewtimes.comDolphins' Miracle Win Proves Brian Flores Is the NFL Coach of the Year
^ Keep New Times Free Support Us LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of South Florida and help keep the future of New Times free. Support UsThis weekend, Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores once again made it clear he is unbothered by anyone's feelings. Even more so, he reminded everyone why he should be the frontrunner for NFL Coach of the Year. The turnaround has many coming to one conclusion: Brian Flores is the NFL Coach of The Year. Tua Tagovailoa is the future of the Miami Dolphins quarterback position, but Brian Flores decided on Saturday that Tua wasn't performing up to his standards.
browardpalmbeach.comDolphins' Miracle Win Proves Brian Flores Is the NFL Coach of the Year
^ Keep New Times Free Support Us LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of Miami and help keep the future of New Times free. Support UsThis weekend, Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores once again made it clear he is unbothered by anyone's feelings. Even more so, he reminded everyone why he should be the frontrunner for NFL Coach of the Year. The turnaround has many coming to one conclusion: Brian Flores is the NFL Coach of The Year. Tua Tagovailoa is the future of the Miami Dolphins quarterback position, but Brian Flores decided on Saturday that Tua wasn't performing up to his standards.
miaminewtimes.comThe Dolphins Ran the Ball Right Up the Patriots' Asses in Season-Saving Win
^ Keep New Times Free Support Us LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of Miami and help keep the future of New Times free. After Miami spent half of the game with exactly zero points, not having enough good football players was confirmed to be bad. The Patriots had no answers for it, so the Dolphins just kept running it. Salvon Ahmed — a running back for the Miami Dolphins — went over 100 yards rushing on the day, something no running back has done in two seasons. @NFLonCBS pic.twitter.com/eJbEXZ8EqG — Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins) December 20, 2020The Dolphins have the Las Vegas Raiders and Buffalo Bills left on their schedule.
miaminewtimes.comXavien Howard Made the Interception of the NFL Season Against the Chiefs
The play we're talking about is the other-worldly interception of Patrick Mahomes that Xavien Howard pulled off in the Dolphins end zone in the fourth quarter. Xavien Howard is a MONSTER pic.twitter.com/xDzFYYHSXb — Dolphin Nation (@Dolphin_Nation) December 13, 2020The best CB in the NFL and the DPOY making another incredible play today. pic.twitter.com/982pMnd9LD — Daniel (@DanielEliesen) December 14, 2020If the Dolphins had made a comeback to win on Sunday, this Xavien Howard play would have been the reason. Against any cornerback that wasn't Howard, this play would have ended in the Chiefs being up 27. LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of Miami and help keep the future of New Times free.
miaminewtimes.comDolphins Tight End Mike Gesicki Made the Sickest Catch in Win Over Bengals
The story of the Miami Dolphins' 19-7 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday has been, and rightfully so, about the incredibly successful return of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa after an injury. Tua was fantastic, but forgive Dolphins fans if they're still buzzing today about something else: an incredible catch tight end Mike Gesicki made in the third quarter of the win. Behold, sticky-fingered Mike Gesicki defying how gravity and physics work:hang it in the louvre pic.twitter.com/21Y7tALG5K — josh houtz (@houtz) December 6, 2020what a CATCH from Mike Gesicki pic.twitter.com/bzNL97LB5W — SB Nation (@SBNation) December 6, 2020Gesicki should be the new @NFL logo pic.twitter.com/IYV7kwC0Hk — Alejandro Solana (@AlexMSolana) December 6, 2020I don't care who you are — that's just sexy. Support UsI know stats don’t always tell the story, but Tua Tagovailoa so far:898 yards, 63% completion, 7 TDs, 0 INTs. it might not be perfect, but tua tagovailoa is setting records in miami.
miaminewtimes.comDolphins Fans Were Not Happy Tua Was Benched in Sunday's Loss to Broncos
Then the game happened, and the Dolphins lost 20-13 to the undermanned 3-6 Denver Broncos. To recap: The Dolphins and their quarterback of the future came into Mile High Stadium high on life and left dazed and confused. Unfortunately, after the game, the theory that Tua was benched because of his ankle was debunked. this is deeply upsetting https://t.co/8GfypTGBNN — Rohan Nadkarni (@RohanNadkarni) November 23, 2020When Flores said Tua isn’t injured pic.twitter.com/V8XQ0FRo5d — mfr24 (@mfr234) November 23, 2020Nah, dumb decision. LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of Miami and help keep the future of New Times free.
miaminewtimes.comTen Dishes Miami Sports Stars Would Probably Bring to Thanksgiving
Planning our Thanksgiving festivities got us thinking: What would some of our favorite Miami sports stars show up with if we invited them to dinner? It's a virtual impossibility that Miami Heat player Tyler Herro would ring your doorbell on Thanksgiving holding something that makes sense. He'd bring entire boxes of them so if you really liked them, you could purchase a dozen to take home. If you look at Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, the first thing you might think he'd bring to Thanksgiving dinner would be beer. Anyone who knows Thanksgiving knows that stuffing is the actual star of the holiday, not turkey.
miaminewtimes.comFifth Straight Win Pulls Dolphins to Cusp of First Place in AFC East
The Miami Dolphins have never lost a football game that Tua Tagovailoa has played in. They're calling it: The Miami Dolphins are a good football team. pic.twitter.com/SRCdejWhn0 — StatMuse (@statmuse) November 16, 2020There wasn't anything spectacular to speak of coming out of the Dolphins' win. Win good football prizes. Support UsThe Cardinals' win means the Dolphins are just half of a game behind the Bills for first place in the AFC East.
miaminewtimes.comIn 34-31 Win Over Arizona, Tua Proves Miami's 20-Year Search for a QB Is Over
Miami Dolphins fans have something to look forward on Sundays again. ^ Keep New Times Free Support Us LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of South Florida and help keep the future of New Times free. In the Year of the Lord 2020, the Miami Dolphins have secured the quarterback bag. From an organizational standpoint, that’s the most significant Dolphins win I can remember in at least 12 years. And Miami Dolphins fans have something to look forward on Sundays again.
browardpalmbeach.comIn 34-31 Win Over Arizona, Tua Proves Miami's 20-Year Search for a QB Is Over
Miami Dolphins fans have something to look forward on Sundays again. National media is calling Dolphins coach Brian Flores a Coach of the Year candidate, and Tua Tagovailoa is the talk of the league. From an organizational standpoint, that’s the most significant Dolphins win I can remember in at least 12 years. LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of Miami and help keep the future of New Times free. And Miami Dolphins fans have something to look forward on Sundays again.
miaminewtimes.comTen Reasons Starting Tua Now Was the Right Decision for the Dolphins
The Dolphins made the right choice to throw Tua Tagovailoa into the starting role, even as the team was starting to play better under Fitzpatrick. Even the most ardent Dolphins fan will tell you that Dolphins games haven't had much juice in a long time. Dolphins fans are practically on their knees begging to be excited about something, and Tua Tagovailoa is that something. Tua Tagovailoa is a new episode of Game of Thrones. Tua needs to play so the Dolphins know what they have sooner rather than later.
miaminewtimes.comTua Makes His Debut in Dolphins' All-Around Team Win Over the Rams
The time change everyone has been anticipating went down exactly as planned yesterday: The Miami Dolphins introduced quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and "Tua Time" to the country with a solid all-around 28-17 win over the Los Angeles Rams. Once the game started, however, it was the Dolphins' defense and special teams that were the story. LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of Miami and help keep the future of New Times free. Next week, the Dolphins face the Arizona Cardinals, a solid team led by their own superstar quarterback who wears #1, Kyler Murray. It's likely Tua and the Dolphins will need a much better showing on offense to keep their hot streak live.
miaminewtimes.comThe Definitive Ranking of Miami's Ten Greatest Sports Stars of 2020
Tua is already a household name, not only to Miami sports fans, but also to fans across America. Miami Heat shooting guard Tyler Herro still can't buy a beer. There's a good chance Miami sports fans will find out in the next few weeks that Miami Heat old-timer Udonis Haslem has decided to retire. After an NBA Finals performance that featured two triple-doubles with over 35 points, the Heat's Jimmy Butler is undeniably the greatest Miami sports star of 2020. He became a free agent and decided he wanted a taste of all that Miami Heat culture his buddy Dwyane Wade told him he needed in his life.
miaminewtimes.comDolphins Fans Lost Their Minds When Tua Tagovailoa Saw the Field in a Blowout of the Jets
Christian Wilkins celebrates with Tua Tagovailoa after he made his NFL debut against the New York Jets. No, not the Miami Dolphins beating the New York Jets. What had Dolphins fans unbuckling their pants on Sunday was the fact that Tua Tagovailoa finally took his first snaps under center since the Dolphins selected him in the first round of the draft. Sure, Tua seeing action came in garbage time of a 24-0 blowout win over a horrendous Jets team, but it was glorious nonetheless. Tua Tagovailoa went back to the field and he’s sitting around the 15-yard-line in full uniform.
browardpalmbeach.comDolphins Fans Lost Their Minds When Tua Tagovailoa Saw the Field in a Blowout of the Jets
Christian Wilkins celebrates with Tua Tagovailoa after he made his NFL debut against the New York Jets. What had Dolphins fans unbuckling their pants on Sunday was the fact that Tua Tagovailoa finally took his first snaps under center since the Dolphins selected him in the first round of the draft. Sure, Tua seeing action came in garbage time of a 24-0 blowout win over a horrendous Jets team, but it was glorious nonetheless. Tua Tagovailoa went back to the field and he’s sitting around the 15-yard-line in full uniform. Nevertheless, the Dolphins delivering an ass-kicking to the New York Jets will never get old and will always be right on time.
miaminewtimes.comPepsi to Release Ryan Fitzpatrick "Beard Cans" After Dolphins Beat Jags
Like the gentlemen they are, the Miami Heat took a night off from delivering nail-biting playoff victories to allow the Miami Dolphins a moment in the nationally televised spotlight. And because the Dolphins won, Pepsi cans with quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick's signature beard will soon be popping up around South Florida. If replaced, it's not out of the question that Fitzpatrick would never start another game in the NFL ever again. An 0-3 start would have meant the season was in jeopardy of being another irredeemable, complete mess, otherwise known as a normal Miami Dolphins season. To recap: Dolphins > Jaguars.
miaminewtimes.comFive Things for Dolphins Fans to Watch During the Strangest NFL Draft Ever
Originally, the plan was to hold tonight's NFL Draft in Las Vegas. The event is now basically a glorified friends-and-family fantasy football draft, and all of the teams are freaking out about it. https://t.co/JKzlRqn1cY Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) April 21, 2020Tua Miami, or not Tua Miami, that is the question. Do Dolphins fans leave Thursday night feeling like last season was worth the pain and suffering? It could be the most important draft in Miami Dolphins history.
browardpalmbeach.comFive Things for Dolphins Fans to Watch During the Strangest NFL Draft Ever
Originally, the plan was to hold tonight's NFL Draft in Las Vegas. The event is now basically a glorified friends-and-family fantasy football draft, and all of the teams are freaking out about it. https://t.co/JKzlRqn1cY Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) April 21, 2020Tua Miami, or not Tua Miami, that is the question. Do Dolphins fans leave Thursday night feeling like last season was worth the pain and suffering? It could be the most important draft in Miami Dolphins history.
miaminewtimes.comFive Reasons Miami Is the Perfect Fit for Alabama Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa
Former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Tua Tagovailoa wants to be a member of the Miami Dolphins. But to Miami Dolphins fans, these are steps that lead to Heaven. This affirms the case for drafting QB Tua Tagovailoa and allowing him extra time to heal properly. Its a beautiful place, Tua Tagovailoa tells Rich Eisen of Miami pic.twitter.com/mQZpyj11qa Safid Deen ???????????????? The Miami Dolphins are a hard sell these days to anyone who isn't emotionally invested in them.
browardpalmbeach.comFive Reasons Miami Is the Perfect Fit for Alabama Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa
Former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Tua Tagovailoa wants to be a member of the Miami Dolphins. But to Miami Dolphins fans, these are steps that lead to Heaven. This affirms the case for drafting QB Tua Tagovailoa and allowing him extra time to heal properly. Its a beautiful place, Tua Tagovailoa tells Rich Eisen of Miami pic.twitter.com/mQZpyj11qa Safid Deen ???????????????? The Miami Dolphins are a hard sell these days to anyone who isn't emotionally invested in them.
miaminewtimes.comEverything You Need to Know About Dolphins' Must-Lose Game Against Dallas Cowboys
The Miami Dolphins are obviously plotting to #TankForTua (University of Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa) this season. So, yeah, #TankForTua watch is here to stay until the Dolphins say otherwise. Who will have their torch extinguished on this week's episode of Survivor: Miami Dolphins? How can the Dolphins clinch this must-lose game against the Cowboys? Dallas will run it right up the Dolphins' asses unless the Cowboys decide to throw it over Miami.
browardpalmbeach.comEverything You Need to Know About the Dolphins' Must-Lose Game Against the Dallas Cowboys
The Miami Dolphins are obviously plotting to #TankForTua (University of Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa) this season. So, yeah, #TankForTua watch is here to stay until the Dolphins say otherwise. Who will have their torch extinguished on this week's episode of Survivor: Miami Dolphins? How can the Dolphins clinch this must-lose game against the Cowboys? Dallas will run it right up the Dolphins' asses unless the Cowboys decide to throw it over Miami.
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