There will be a live blog right here and, yes, starting right now. Go to the comments section and that is where you'll be able to comment on the goings-on of today's game versus the Texans. I'll be right there with you.
The inactives are out: Roberto Wallace, Chris Clemons, Charles Clay, Ike Alama-Francis, Ryan Cook, Tony McDaniel, Will Yeatman.
What it means: Lex Hilliard starts at FB for Clay, whose NFL career will have to wait at least another week. Reshad Jones starts at free safety for the second week in a row. Marlon Moore is active for the first time this season.
The matchup I'm most worried about? Mario Williams vs. Marc Colombo and Co.:
Williams is probably the best pass-rusher the Dolphins will face this season. He is playing a position that DeMarcus Ware and Bryce Paup turned into stars or bigger stars as soon as they started working under under Wade Phillips. Phillips is the new defensive coordinator in Houston. The Dolphins must, must, must help Colombo with either a tight end or a back on passing downs.
The matchup I like most for the Dolphins?
Brandon Marshall vs. Kareem Jackson: Marshall seems more than ready for a big season. He had a fine game last week. He seems to be on the same page with quarterback Chad Henne. And the Houston defensive backfield, although remade for this season, is still suspect until proven otherwise.
The Dolphins are wearing their white jerseys and white pants today. Looks sharp.
See you in the comments section.
WOW!Are they kidding?Can they cover anyone?
Posted by: willnyc | September 18, 2011 at 04:37 PM
This is a must lose game for the Dolphins. Andrew, Andrew,Andrew.
Posted by: Howdy DooDoo | September 18, 2011 at 04:37 PM
WTF isn't that #93 third penalty on special teams
Posted by: dolfan75 | September 18, 2011 at 04:37 PM
Roster Cut Watch: #93 Jason Trusnik - 3 holding calls on special teams, in five quarters of play.
Posted by: Ithaca Phin Fan | September 18, 2011 at 04:37 PM
Special teams not exactly starting with a bang
Posted by: The real G | September 18, 2011 at 04:37 PM
why the hell don't we down it when we catch it in the back of the endzone..
Posted by: Buck | September 18, 2011 at 04:37 PM
3 n OUT?
Posted by: Earl | September 18, 2011 at 04:37 PM
Let's hope we don't go three and out again!
Posted by: tan | September 18, 2011 at 04:38 PM
It seems like every flag on special teams is on #93
Posted by: phinsfan4life73 | September 18, 2011 at 04:38 PM
Hey Mando ... Trusnik works hard and has potential right? #BS_Jargon
Posted by: Jay-Mo | September 18, 2011 at 04:38 PM
...Mr Trusnik may be a casualty of special teams incompetancy after this week. He is killing us.
Posted by: Darryl Dunphy | September 18, 2011 at 04:38 PM
henne looks fantastic so far
Posted by: austin | September 18, 2011 at 04:38 PM
Marshall is a BEAST!!
Posted by: tan | September 18, 2011 at 04:39 PM
Great Plan, DONT BLOCK MARIO WILLIAMS
Posted by: Earl | September 18, 2011 at 04:39 PM
Mario Williams blitz unblocked
Posted by: lpresvip | September 18, 2011 at 04:39 PM
SWEET pass to Bess!
Posted by: Marc | September 18, 2011 at 04:40 PM
No mike we can't lose every game and get luck. What makes you think he will be any good. Was leaf? Was Russell? Was Carr? Was Alex smith? I hate it when people say stupid crap like that you want the fins to lose your not a fan at all
Posted by: mikeoliver1313 | September 18, 2011 at 04:40 PM
Henne plays like he is 4'11.
Posted by: La Brigada | September 18, 2011 at 04:41 PM
What is that illegal substitution crap?
Why?
Why woudl they do that?
Posted by: Armando Salguero | September 18, 2011 at 04:41 PM
There. Take that play and build on it!!!!
Posted by: MaCo | September 18, 2011 at 04:41 PM
How do you get 12 on offense? Coaching sux
Posted by: popncaps551 | September 18, 2011 at 04:41 PM
Long 40 yard pass to Bess plus 15 for personal fowl. 12 men in huddle penelty
Posted by: lpresvip | September 18, 2011 at 04:41 PM
Can Henne EVER hit Marshall in the Endzone?! EVER?!
Posted by: Marc | September 18, 2011 at 04:41 PM
12 in the huddle? That's some basic crap.
Posted by: Los Lobos | September 18, 2011 at 04:41 PM
Bad coaching.
Posted by: zaphod | September 18, 2011 at 04:42 PM
Henne has Zero Time, this Sparano O-Line still in shambles
Posted by: Earl | September 18, 2011 at 04:42 PM
Gates? Dang, that could have been huge
Posted by: Marc | September 18, 2011 at 04:42 PM
The rookie doesn't get a PI or holding. A vet might.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | September 18, 2011 at 04:42 PM
Sniff ... sniff ... I smell FG
Posted by: Jay-Mo | September 18, 2011 at 04:42 PM
Screen!!! Slow down pash rush!!
Posted by: robbyhernz | September 18, 2011 at 04:42 PM
FG time!
Posted by: Marc | September 18, 2011 at 04:42 PM
Tony and Ireland are in over their heads.
LOL!!!! Nice call Daboll.
Posted by: Los Lobos | September 18, 2011 at 04:43 PM
Third down and 15. A handoff to Daniel Thomas. Wow.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | September 18, 2011 at 04:43 PM
Got a feeling we're going to see fist pump here real soon.
Posted by: zaphod | September 18, 2011 at 04:43 PM
3rd and 15 Thomas inside hand off for 5
Posted by: lpresvip | September 18, 2011 at 04:43 PM
Playing for field goals again, Dan Henning in the building?
Posted by: Earl | September 18, 2011 at 04:43 PM
FP
Posted by: popncaps551 | September 18, 2011 at 04:43 PM
WARMING UP FOR THE FIST PUMP.. FG
Posted by: NY "G" | September 18, 2011 at 04:43 PM
Another big chunk yardage drive goes for maybe 3 pts. We still suck at putting 7pts on the board.
Posted by: DyingBreed | September 18, 2011 at 04:43 PM
For Henne, redzone = deadzone
Posted by: La Brigada | September 18, 2011 at 04:43 PM
32 yard fgoal by Carpenter
Posted by: lpresvip | September 18, 2011 at 04:43 PM
42 sorry
Posted by: lpresvip | September 18, 2011 at 04:44 PM
Step up to the bar guys. I'm buying fist pumps for everyone.
Posted by: Los Lobos | September 18, 2011 at 04:44 PM
start over
Posted by: austin | September 18, 2011 at 04:44 PM
F I n s. Suck suck suck
Posted by: jlwesq | September 18, 2011 at 04:44 PM
3rd and 15 Run of course it's the Fins!!
Posted by: blazzin ace | September 18, 2011 at 04:44 PM
That delayed handoff was Henning reminiscent
Posted by: Marc | September 18, 2011 at 04:44 PM
Not bad, not bad
Posted by: MaCo | September 18, 2011 at 04:44 PM
Another day and the team looks ill prepared. Thats why I gave up my season tickets. Fly all the way from The Bahamas to watch underperforming drizzle. Thanks Sparano.
Posted by: Wellmuddo Dre | September 18, 2011 at 04:44 PM
3
Posted by: robbyhernz | September 18, 2011 at 04:44 PM
Daniel Thomas will make us forget Sammie Smith :)
Posted by: Jay-Mo | September 18, 2011 at 04:44 PM
I love to see the sparano fist pump!!!!
Posted by: aoliver345 | September 18, 2011 at 04:44 PM
What no fist pump for field goal tony I'm depressed in you
Posted by: grrreatdane | September 18, 2011 at 04:45 PM
So much for the newly aggressive offense....
running up the middle on 3rd and 15...
Posted by: Boardwalk | September 18, 2011 at 04:45 PM
Just one FIST PUMP away from a tie.
Posted by: NY "G" | September 18, 2011 at 04:45 PM
Third down and 15. A handoff to Daniel Thomas. Wow.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | September 18, 2011 at 04:43 PM
Looking like last years offense. Maybe Sparano was more responsible than Henning.
Sparano plays it to safe. It's called 'fear of winning'
Posted by: La Brigada | September 18, 2011 at 04:45 PM
We're gonna need more than FGs with these guys. Lucky to be down 3.
Posted by: The real G | September 18, 2011 at 04:45 PM
I love the fist pump
Posted by: mikeoliver1313 | September 18, 2011 at 04:45 PM
What? No fist pump? Do you think the coach has read our blog?
Posted by: zaphod | September 18, 2011 at 04:46 PM
I love the Henne hate already...absolutely ridiculous. This team is totally one dimensional, and he has ZERO time to throw - how is it a Henne problem?!?
Posted by: JC | September 18, 2011 at 04:46 PM