defense

I liked the question posted on the home page. I think the Miami Dolphins can ride this defense into the play-offs if Chad Henne manages the Miami...

what will the new season bring? 1) Henne finally blossoms into the Franchise QB? do we go for broke in the draft? 2) Sparano figures out how to...

This is odd for me as I typically think "team" and rarely attribute a unit's success to one coach.."but"...There is no denying the job Mike Nolan...

on the year, 4th best in the NFL. Miami has given up 12 sacks for the year, tied with 3 other teams for 3rd best in the league. Should be...

Granted, Miami's defense still has some deficiencies both in terms of execution (dropped INTs, missed tackles) and overall talent. But despite...

They were terrible. Dansby is very inconsistent. alot of tackles? yeah.....3/4 of them 10+ yards down the field. Too much cushion, terrible...

Dolphins' defense making a stand when it counts http://www.miamiherald.com/2010/11/02/1905204/fins-stand-and-deliver.html One thing the...

Haven't seen this discussed... Miami held the Steelers to 58 total yards on the ground, holding Reshard Mendenhall to 37 yards on 15 carries....

What did Dolphins defensive end Jared Odrick break? A foot, not a leg. Which foot? The left foot, not the one beneath the fractured fibula the...

Two impenetrable forces will meet on the field Sunday at Sun Life Stadium when the Miami Dolphins host the Pittsburgh Steelers – and Ronnie Brown...

i have both the steeler and dolphin defenses on my fantasy team. i currently have the steelers selected as my starters, but i feel "dirty" rooting...

I love watching the Miami Dolphins when they are on the goal line, and no, I don't mean they are fun to watch when they are on offense on the goal...

Wake Giving Defense A Huge Boost http://www.miamidolphins.com/news/andy-cohen-wake-giving-defense-huge-boost Through five games, Cameron...

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/story/14007789/dolphins-morph-into-aggressive-attacking-group-on-defense Good Read Seemingly out of nowhere, a...

This is a very good article about our defense and Mike Nolan's role....

I am not a big Crowder fan but with Dansby next to him and not having to be the MAN in the middle...are we a better with him or without him? Its...

An excellent read. CHFF has been all over Belichick as overrated for a couple of years now. Mark Sanchez and the Jets could barely mount a first...

There was a question like this posed on another message board (I won't name it...lol) asking if anyone had any ideas for a nickname for the...

Dolphins played "vanilla" against the jills: "Not much more," Dansby said when asked about opening up the defensive playbook for Buffalo. "We...

http://www.miamidolphins.com/news/dolphins-ride-defense-15-10-victory-buffalo

Let's go through the roster: On D Langford-I feel pretty confident, going into his 3rd year should be solid, but not spectacular Starks-...

This is Matt Williamson of Scouts Inc. "Henne. By far. Not even close," Williamson replied. "Would rather have him for this season and...

Exotic blitzes help Dolphins' defense dominate scrimmage...

I don't know if it is posted or not. Please delete if that is so....

http://blogs.palmbeachpost.com/thedailydolphin/2010/08/06/miami-dolphins-talking-points-defense-ahead-of-offense-for-now/ 1. Mike Nolan’s...

I just cannot say enough about the job Parcells and staff have done with personnel. Look at the ages of our projected starters on Defense....

The Jets Defense is "We're blunt-force trauma," Ryan said. "We admit that if Darrelle's not here, it's going to be more difficult. That's an...

Dolphins coach Tony Sparano met with defensive coordinator Mike Nolan in January. And, together, they came up with a new, more creative...

Problem here is, the entire unit is in flux, outside of Cb/De/NT/SS/ILB Defensive Line (11, with one on injured reserve) LE – Kendall...

I really like how this turned out! Here's the defense... [IMG]

"I was sitting with the linebackers durng OTAs," Wake said, "and I looked around and thought to myself, 'Everybody in here is 250 (pounds) and can...

This is another thread that is similar to the view of Nolan's defense in Denver that I did a while back. However, this time it is against the San...

I've read many different opinions on Starks being switched to NT. Most of it being trepidation. Like the "he's not big enough" opinion. The...

http://blogs.palmbeachpost.com/thedailydolphin/2010/06/09/dolphins-notebookbrandon-marshall-returns-to-practice-sort-of-while-ronnie-brown-sits-out...

Since there has been much discussion regarding what Mike Nolan did in Denver last year without much end to some people's confusion regarding the...

"I would like to think we're offensive -- not defensive,'' Nolan said Friday, according to Jeff Darlington of the Miami Herald. Head coach Tony...

I don't have the time to go and watch every single Denver game from last season and I barely found time to watch one. I finished up watching week...

Dolphins beef up defense with many top newcomers...

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/sports/dolphins/miami-dolphins-expect-rookies-to-make-a-big-654261.html DAVIE — The sun hadn't yet peeked over the...

Dolphins to tweak defense; Odrick fits new ideas http://www.miamiherald.com/2010/04/23/1594742/miami-dolphins-to-tweak-defense.html Sources...

Free safety could be pillar Dolphins' defense seeks in draft...

For those of you who look at my posts you've probably heard me screaming over the past months about how I believe we help our defense by helping...

I've heard Orca 5 as a nickname for the Offensive line, but wanted to start a thread where we could throw around some new nicknames. I just...

Heading into the draft, wanted to take a look at where we stand right now on defense: NT: with Fergie out for the 1st half of the season, i...

Last year when I looked at our defense In thought we were slow to the ball and didnt have that nasty streak that good defenses have. Last year the...

Well. It's a simple question. Can Nolan's defense be among the league's best this year assuming we address FS, and OLB in the draft, leaving NT...

Who else could the phins pick up in FA to fill the holes in their defense, so that they can spend a 1st or second round pick on a reciever.

Amazing isn't it? We get a starter that almost everyone agrees is the real deal in Henne and what's the first thing we do? We start arguing about...

http://weblogs.sun-sentinel.com/sports/columnists/hyde/blog/2010/03/analyzing_the_draft_week_6_1.html Simon takes on position by position...

Last Updated: March 7th, 3:20PM Available Free Agents Abiamiri, Victor - $500K, Jaguars (3/5 7:46PM) Adeyanju, Victor Alama-Francis, Ikaika...

I dunno WTF it is... It's not like there's a whole crap load of plays to pick from. The CPU returns kicks against me rather easily. Almost one per...

Since many Fin fans are speculating, and some have made up their minds, on what areas of concern the team needs to address this year in the draft...

1. Losing Jason Ferguson hurt bad because a 3-4 defense isn't stout without a forceful nose tackle. Paul Soliai was decent, but proved he wasn't...

Seahawks Hire Tony Dungy To Run Defense By Mike Sando The Seattle Seahawks, who struggled defensively in 2009, have hired former Indianapolis...

With the Dolphins on the lookout for so much help on the defensive side of the ball, I thought it might be useful to look back at San Francisco's...

DE: Randy Starks NT: Ryan Pickett/ or casey Hampton DE: Kendall Langford WLB: Jason Taylor/ Cam Wake ILB: Karlos Dansby ILB: Micah Johnson...

I see a lot of people pushing/hoping for a wide receiver with the #1 pick or even trading draft picks for an established wide out. This defense...

I've been saying for two years now how badly the Dolphins need to upgrade at wide receiver. But knowing the folks that make the decisions about...

Is Gibril Wilson miscast in the Dolphins defense?...

The back end of the defense is a major problem.I know we are starting 2 rookies corners but you would think they would be getting better by now. I...

Defense Just Keeps Making Plays http://www.miamidolphins.com/news/andy-cohen-defense-just-keeps-making-plays You look at this defense and you...

Seriously, 24 points. Give me a break.

Jason Taylor's unselfish play benefits defense...

Here is a little something to talk about as draw closer to the Jets game....

I'm sorry, but again, if the defense allows 40+ pts, the blame goes nowhere else but on them. They had me fooled for 1 3/4 quarters, but dammit...

Hard to believe? This is what Sparano had to say: Coach Tony Sparano wants the Dolphins defense to realize that not every play has to produce a...

I like the name of that type of defense....

The Miami Dolphins' Wildcat offense is not what puts the fear of God in opponents, according to New Orleans Saints players and coaches, but the...

Miami’s Henning understands how to attack a defense http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Tavern-talk-Dont-discount-experience.html Miami’s...

We got 151 yards at 4.2 per carry, including some tough yards inside the 10, and a TD when we needed it. For all the blitzing, and love given to...

Hey check this out....this is maybe Cam Wake's shot at Sanchez again....

Dolphins' defense builds brick wall against run http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/football/story/1270225.html On the other hand, the...

first in third down conversion offense.... yet 1 and 3 where it matters. I think the stats, to a degree, are more indicative of who we played not...

http://www3.signonsandiego.com/stories/2009/sep/24/n47167212246-chargers-defense-cant-hide-run/?chargers The Chargers defense has been...

This thread is for rational discussion. How can anyone blame this loss on anything other than the defense?

The defense that dines together http://blogs.sun-sentinel.com/sports_seasonticket/2009/09/miami-dolphins-the-defense-that-dines-together.html...

There is one plus about this game so far. Pats D looks like swiss cheese, there are holes open everywhere. With Brady coming back from injury...

--------------- DEFENSIVE LINE --------------- Tony McDaniel = 2 tkl, 2 ast, 4 comb, 0 sk, 0 QH, 0 int, 0pd vs JAGS 2 tkl, 0 ast, 2 comb, 0 sk, 0...

http://blogs.palmbeachpost.com/thedailydolphin/2009/08/26/last-chance-for-first-team-offense-miami-dolphins-talking-points/ 1. Nickel back Nate...

some other observations: 1) offensive line needs more game play to establish timing. have thought & posted from the beginning it would take them...

http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/football/story/1180436.html The Dolphins' first depth chart of the season says everything is as expected....

:lol: YouTube - Bas Rutten's Cell Defense: Trailer YouTube - Bas Rutten's Cell Defense: The Contract Hold

Well, we've already done WR, RB, & QB, why not the Defenses...so which is the best? No secret what I think. :shifty:

I know..it's Armando...uggh!, but what the hell. http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/story/1006741.html , the decision was to pick cornerback Jamar...

Dolphins’ pass defense holds the key to avoiding 0-3...

All Times In Central Last Update: 9:16PM Mar 23 FREE AGENTS Kenderick Allen Ray Blagman Copeland Bryan Earl Cochran Damane Duckett Ebenezer...

Parcells gives Miami Dolphins an edge when drafting for defense http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/football/story/918353.html Dolphins draft...

http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/jets/2009/01/20/2009-01-20_jets_raven_about_rex_ryans_defense.html So what do you guys think? Can he...

[Defensive End] 1. Tyson Jackson-LSU-6"5-290 lbs 2. Brian Orakpo-Texas-6"4-260 lbs 3. Everette Brown-Florida State-6"4-252 lbs 4. Larry...

Report: Peppers asks Panthers for release Julius Peppers has formally asked the Panthers to allow him to seek employment elsewhere. The...

Dolphins defense sounds off on 2008 season http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/football/pro/dolphins/sfl-defenseq09,0,346526.story Believing in...

DE 1. Connor Barwin 2. Etienne Legare 3. Orion Martin 4. Stryker Sulak 5. Matt Shaughnessy DT 1. Ron Brace 2. Sammie Lee Hill 3....

http://www.nfl.com/playoffs/story?id=09000d5d80dc97c9&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true Conclusion If the game is close in the...

Playing Team Defense; Injury Update Playing Team Defense; Injury Update - NEWS: Top Story Presented by WACHOVIA - MiamiDolphins.com Paul...

I still can't believe how much we've improved since last year. Not giving up a td in 3 games hasn't been done since '73, what a defense! :woot:...

Winning ugly is pretty with a defense like this - Football - MiamiHerald.com Raise your hand -- any hand -- if you can remember any defense...

Ok, here's the D.... [IMG]

Allowing 7 yards on the ground to Denver is just plain unacceptable. I expect better out of this unit. For real though, 4-4 and a rather easy...

OK, with this version I took everyone's sugguestions so here is: 1- uniform color Orange "AQUA" (MW) Stripe I ain't done yet... [IMG]...

I'm already excited for next week!!!! And I can't wait to see what we can do to a really crappy defense!!! Denver Defensive Stats Total...

Good morning phins fans Defense Looking To Rebound; Injury Update; Other Notes Defense Looking To Rebound; Dolphins-Bills A Sellout;...

Miami Dolphins offense delivers, defense disintegrates in 29-28 heartbreaker - Realfootball365.com "It was one of those hallmark Dolphins...

We are hoping and probably predicting that Ronnie has a good game against a bad Houston run defense... However Slaton is also a very viable weapon...

Improved rush defense boosts Miami Dolphins' confidence | MiamiHerald.com Football is not about tricky plays. It's about dominance. Physical...

Dean of the defense: Holliday welcomes his role as leader and mentor Vonnie Holliday was in the most somber of places, in the most solemn of...

Miami Dolphins' defense will focus on Chargers' Tomlinson | MiamiHerald.com The mission is clear for the Dolphins defense. ''When you're...

On a shelf somewhere in Ricketts Hall he likely will find "Winning Single Wing Football: A Simplified Guide for the Football Coach," written by...

which side do you think is better? which side stepped up more yesterday? - as for myself this is a hard pick. i'm a defensive minded...

Basically an article about Paul Pasqualoni' s fiery approach to everything football related. He also gives some praise to Yeremiah Bell (which is...

http://www.realfootball365.com/index.php/articles/dolphins/12389 I liked everything I saw about Chad’s performance tonight. He moved the ball...

JACKSONVILLE - Last year Dolphins fans would have likely been in favor of team execution. Not necessarily offensive execution, but electric...

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/dolphins/content/sports/epaper/2008/07/27/0727dolphinsrail.html?cxtype=rss&cxsvc=7&cxcat=46

Jason Ferguson was at nose guard, flanked by Matt Roth and Vonnie Holliday; Rob Ninkovich and Charlie Anderson at the left and right outside...

OK lets do some Defense. I concentrated a little more on the Offensive today but also watched some D-line and some Lb's and very little with the...

http://blogs.sun-sentinel.com/sports_football_dolphins/2008/07/last-season-the.html How did they fall so far so fast? Numerous injuries...

Check it out: http://www.palmbeachpost.com/dolphins/content/sports/epaper/2008/07/04/0704dolphins.html "When people think of Paul they think...

http://www.profootballweekly.com/PFW/NFL/NFC/NFC+East/Dallas/WWHI/2008/wwhi070408.htm There is a growing sense that ILB Zach Thomas will be...

This is what they are saying http://www.miamiherald.com/616/story/563146.html

Why The New York Jets Will Have a Top Five Defense Next Season by Mackenzie Kraemer June 05, 2008 [IMG] After a disappointing 2007 season...

One intriguing candidate is rookie Phillip Merling, a second-round pick from Clemson. While he didn’t put up very gaudy numbers in college (seven...

http://blogs.sun-sentinel.com/sports_football_dolphins/2008/05/roster-compar-1.html

After meeting with ex-Patriots video assistant Matt Walsh for three and a half hours Tuesday and reviewing the tapes Walsh presented, the NFL will...

Sorry if this was already posted, but I hadnt seen it anywhere.....

http://www.miamiherald.com/616/story/510345.html General manager Jeff Ireland did disclose what he believed were important positions to address...

Ozzie Newsome reaches into Parcells past and draws a link between the Giants and the Dolphins:...

found this on another site Sedrick Ellis (0:57)[media] Keith Rivers (0:50)[media] Lawrence Jackson (0:47)[media] Vernon Gholston...

After watching the better teams throwing the ball and scoring points almost at will. Then seeing horrible passing games like ours, falcons, ravens...

IF we switch to a pure 3-4 defense could Quintin Moses convert into a linebacker and be that standup edge rusher? I remember how relentless of an...

This question has been bothering me for ages. On paper they look great traylor, holliday, roth (iffy), zach, jason, joey and rodrique wright among...

If we keep Dom Capers on board next season (which at the moment seems to be a big IF) then we will supposedly be looking to stick with the same...

I'm sorry, I haven't been able to see the Dolphins' games all season until last week, because I wasn't home, but when I returned I saw a Dolphins...

Here's a follow up to yesterday's thoughts. I'm sure you'll get a kick out of my stance on Joey Porter:...