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.
DC$ for president!
Posted by: Marc | September 18, 2011 at 04:46 PM
Not henne fault he has no OL
Posted by: jlwesq | September 18, 2011 at 04:47 PM
Davis/Smith should be quick;y finding out first you play like the best corner tandem. Then you can boast about it!
Posted by: DyingBreed | September 18, 2011 at 04:48 PM
12 men on offense...1 EXTRA to NOT block Mario Williams. Painful.
Posted by: Chris | September 18, 2011 at 04:48 PM
Anyone got any ideas on a drink called the Dolphin Fist Pump?
I guess it has to involve a drink in which you don't have the money to pay for.
Posted by: Los Lobos | September 18, 2011 at 04:48 PM
Your right JC. Coaching and leadership off field is so bad I can't blame players. They were asked to be there (even if no one else would want them)
Posted by: popncaps551 | September 18, 2011 at 04:48 PM
ZERO PASS RUSH
Posted by: Earl | September 18, 2011 at 04:48 PM
Just way too much time!!
Posted by: robbyhernz | September 18, 2011 at 04:48 PM
0-4, New coach week 6.
Posted by: Mike | September 18, 2011 at 04:48 PM
D overrated Oline terrible= disaster. Can anyone say 4-12?
Posted by: jrljr2 | September 18, 2011 at 04:48 PM
First down pass to Tate
Posted by: lpresvip | September 18, 2011 at 04:48 PM
This is gonna be a blowout
Posted by: Earl | September 18, 2011 at 04:49 PM
Right up the middle goes Ben Tate. Where are Dansby and Burnett?
Posted by: Armando Salguero | September 18, 2011 at 04:49 PM
Top defense?
We struggle to even resemble a bottom 5 defense thus farv this season!
Posted by: DyingBreed | September 18, 2011 at 04:49 PM
Wow...did the team forget how to tackle? I knew our defensive rating last year was a mirage
Posted by: Marc | September 18, 2011 at 04:49 PM
Daboll is a cut off the cloth of Sparano and Ireland. Play for the tie instead of the win.
Posted by: Los Lobos | September 18, 2011 at 04:49 PM
It's amazing that we have the most expensive O-line in the league and can't buy Henne any time to throw a freaking slant. That talks so much about the O-line coacha dna bout Ireland.
Posted by: MaCo | September 18, 2011 at 04:49 PM
The unconditioned defense is back for an encore.
Posted by: Angry Elf | September 18, 2011 at 04:49 PM
This is Soooooooo bad.
Posted by: amsmith965 | September 18, 2011 at 04:49 PM
Pass rush!!! Woooooo-hooooo!!
Posted by: robbyhernz | September 18, 2011 at 04:49 PM
think about it, guys: this season is about futility.
when has a team come in during year three of a regime with the blueprint in shambles, going in a new direction (daboll), and had it work?
Posted by: pan con bistec | September 18, 2011 at 04:49 PM
Los Lobos what ever it is has to be made with well liquor, be very bland, and leaving you wanting more. Break the seal
Posted by: popncaps551 | September 18, 2011 at 04:49 PM
Good pressure JT
Posted by: lpresvip | September 18, 2011 at 04:49 PM
Did anyone tell the D that they were supposed to show up today. Maybe they came for a 1pm game saw nobody and left.
Posted by: Wellmuddo Dre | September 18, 2011 at 04:50 PM
Did I mention earlier that Jake long is not 100% and not in football shape and Carey Incognito Colombo are average to below avenge??? Pouncy is a rookie but may turn into a player if we get real coaches and GM and Owner!!! I'm telling you guys the D will give up 500 yards today!!
Posted by: ray | September 18, 2011 at 04:50 PM
@Los Lobos The Dolphin Fist Pump will certainly have something with little kick, possible a fruity schnapps?
Posted by: Jay-Mo | September 18, 2011 at 04:50 PM
Jason Traitor in there untouched!
Posted by: Angry Elf | September 18, 2011 at 04:50 PM
We definitely have the #1 Defense in the NFL - in giving up yardage, ugh.
Feeefgjg
We have the #1 Defense in the NFL - in giving up yards, ugh!! =(
Posted by: bnofal | September 18, 2011 at 04:50 PM
Finally pressure...way to go JT!
Posted by: The real G | September 18, 2011 at 04:50 PM
Wow...better be holding!
Posted by: Marc | September 18, 2011 at 04:50 PM
3rd and 10 Good pressure penelty holding offence Good job defense
Posted by: lpresvip | September 18, 2011 at 04:51 PM
Got lucky there. Total pass interference.
Posted by: Los Lobos | September 18, 2011 at 04:51 PM
Defense starting to show up?
Posted by: zaphod | September 18, 2011 at 04:51 PM
Please tell me why there running a 4-3 not a 3-4?
Posted by: TONY'S CLIP BOARD | September 18, 2011 at 04:51 PM
Wow, a stop? Do my eyes decieve me?
Posted by: DyingBreed | September 18, 2011 at 04:51 PM
Jesus. We stopped them!
Posted by: Future Ghost of Sid Rosenberg | September 18, 2011 at 04:51 PM
What say we fire up the ole running game, just for giggles?
Posted by: Angry Elf | September 18, 2011 at 04:51 PM
Even our field sucks ass
Posted by: Earl | September 18, 2011 at 04:51 PM
This is a top 5 rated defense...lol
Posted by: Dan | September 18, 2011 at 04:51 PM
My mama said I would see a 3 and out in lifetime!!! I can die now a happy man!!!
Posted by: aoliver345 | September 18, 2011 at 04:51 PM
Is that the first stop of the year?
Posted by: Boardwalk | September 18, 2011 at 04:51 PM
Good stop D!!!! Start playing with emotion!!!
Posted by: robbyhernz | September 18, 2011 at 04:52 PM
Moore almost blocks punt
Posted by: lpresvip | September 18, 2011 at 04:52 PM
They need to start coming after Shaub. BLITZ all game!
Posted by: TONY'S CLIP BOARD | September 18, 2011 at 04:52 PM
Jason Trusnick mustve been on the bench. No penalty on st's!
Posted by: DyingBreed | September 18, 2011 at 04:52 PM
Popncaps, talk to Darryl Dunphy about booze! He's a bartender in Montana!
Posted by: redsky | September 18, 2011 at 04:53 PM
Half time show features Tony and the Fist Pumps.. Also, two beers for $18.00.
Posted by: NY "G" | September 18, 2011 at 04:53 PM
Time for the Marshall Plan ... take advantage of the mismatch!
Posted by: Jay-Mo | September 18, 2011 at 04:53 PM
No blocking for Reggie Bush, NO GAIN
Posted by: lpresvip | September 18, 2011 at 04:54 PM
GOD WE NEED A RB
Posted by: DKM | September 18, 2011 at 04:54 PM
Ever notice how almost every commercial sounds like it's stealing the music from ELO's "Mr. Blue Sky"? Jeff Lynne should rake in a bundle for that.
...anyway, back to the game!
Posted by: zaphod | September 18, 2011 at 04:54 PM
Can they run sweep to Bush Please!!!!!!!!
Let's get this guy's speed going!
Posted by: TONY'S CLIP BOARD | September 18, 2011 at 04:54 PM
Phins need to attempt a running game, can't go totally one dimensional. Texans pass rush too good for that.
Posted by: JC | September 18, 2011 at 04:54 PM
WTF! Even Jason is sitting there like he doesn't know what the heck is going on.
Posted by: Los Lobos | September 18, 2011 at 04:54 PM
HAHA...SOOOOO glad they traded BROWN (sarcasm)
Posted by: Marc | September 18, 2011 at 04:54 PM
Never liked the run game where the back gets the ball 8yds deep in the backfield. It almost never picks up any yardage.
Boy it can really suck to be a dolfan most times!
Posted by: DyingBreed | September 18, 2011 at 04:55 PM
Live blog continues in the comments section of the second quarter post. Go there now, please.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | September 18, 2011 at 04:55 PM
Thankfully next few games on road this team isn't even worth the traffic jam
Posted by: jlwesq | September 18, 2011 at 04:55 PM
the saints knew how to use bush..he is not a conventional rb
Posted by: austin | September 18, 2011 at 04:55 PM
Oxygen in first Q...cough.
Posted by: Reggie Bush and a cloud of Dust | September 18, 2011 at 04:56 PM