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.
Why are Houston's receivers always wide open?
Posted by: willnyc | September 18, 2011 at 06:04 PM
DEF needs to make a play!!!
Posted by: TONY'S CLIP BOARD | September 18, 2011 at 06:04 PM
YES!!!!!!!11
Posted by: TONY'S CLIP BOARD | September 18, 2011 at 06:05 PM
DAGANJ. IRELAND IS THE ONE WHO DOESN'T DO ANYTHING IN THE DRAFT AND FREE AGENCY YOUR AS SMART AS HE IS!!!!!
Posted by: johnsdolphins | September 18, 2011 at 06:05 PM
AVERAGE AND BELOW AVERAGE PLAYERS!!! WE DON'T HAVE ONE BADASS PLAYER!!!!
Posted by: johnsdolphins | September 18, 2011 at 06:08 PM
What happpened to our agressive offense?Is Henning back?
Posted by: willnyc | September 18, 2011 at 06:09 PM
Why is Hartline even out there? Why!!!!!!!?
Posted by: kingsmith | September 18, 2011 at 06:11 PM
YESSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!
THANK YOU!!!!
Posted by: TONY'S CLIP BOARD | September 18, 2011 at 06:12 PM
FINALLY! Marshall has finally got one. I love HOW he got it.
Posted by: scosee | September 18, 2011 at 06:12 PM
Ok - Jeff Ireland is a genius, give 'em a raise! TD Thomas ~
Posted by: rand_the_fin | September 18, 2011 at 06:12 PM
Thats more like it!!
Posted by: willnyc | September 18, 2011 at 06:12 PM
Well there is a positive note!!! Thomas made that drive!!!
Posted by: johnsdolphins | September 18, 2011 at 06:12 PM
NO HUDDLE YAY!!!! Finally someone is thinking!!!
Posted by: johnsdolphins | September 18, 2011 at 06:13 PM
So, what do you think?
Posted by: oscar canosa | September 18, 2011 at 06:14 PM
Jason Allen is brutal.
Posted by: TONY'S CLIP BOARD | September 18, 2011 at 06:15 PM
Now we talkin'!
Posted by: Aisle B Bach | September 18, 2011 at 06:15 PM
YEAH JT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: TONY'S CLIP BOARD | September 18, 2011 at 06:17 PM
Well....
Posted by: oscar canosa | September 18, 2011 at 06:19 PM
JT show them how a veteran does it!
Posted by: h8dpats | September 18, 2011 at 06:19 PM
Please show the j-Lo commercial again.... Uhhh
Posted by: h8dpats | September 18, 2011 at 06:20 PM
DAMMIT DANIEL!!
Posted by: TONY'S CLIP BOARD | September 18, 2011 at 06:21 PM
WTF roller-coaster just like last year!
Posted by: h8dpats | September 18, 2011 at 06:27 PM
nice!!
Posted by: dphins | September 18, 2011 at 06:30 PM
keep'em coming baby.....
Posted by: dphins | September 18, 2011 at 06:34 PM
Break out the fistpagne!
Posted by: Aisle B Bach | September 18, 2011 at 06:36 PM
Time for the defense to get a stop.
Posted by: willnyc | September 18, 2011 at 06:40 PM
Big surprise.Andre Johnson...wide open.We Suck.
Posted by: willnyc | September 18, 2011 at 06:43 PM
Who didn't see that coming with that mismatch?
Posted by: kingsmith | September 18, 2011 at 06:44 PM
Nolan Carroll sucks... Why is he still on the team?!
Posted by: supersport4 | September 18, 2011 at 06:44 PM
WTF!!!
Posted by: dphins | September 18, 2011 at 06:46 PM
Down by 10...No huddle guys?
Posted by: willnyc | September 18, 2011 at 06:49 PM
Nolan Carroll SUCKS! He needs to be Waived!
Posted by: Thom Davis | September 18, 2011 at 06:49 PM
This D has the most overrated CB tandem in the league.
Posted by: jrljr2 | September 18, 2011 at 06:51 PM
pats 2-0
Jets 2-0
Bills 2-0
Phins 0-2
Gotta love our FO!
Dear Santa,
Here's my Xmas list:
1. Sporano Fired
2. Ireland ran out of town
3. Parcell's gets an STD
4. Bill Cowher hired
5. Andrew Luck drafted! ;)
Posted by: Scotty | September 18, 2011 at 06:52 PM
Nolan carrol Here we go again he can't cover !!! And you have him covering Andre?OMG!!!! WE NEED SAFTIES TOO!!! Vonte last week cramps this week hamstring !!! I give HENNE credit for trying to dive forward for first
Posted by: johnsdolphins | September 18, 2011 at 06:53 PM
Hate to be the one to say it,but..GAME OVER
Posted by: willnyc | September 18, 2011 at 06:54 PM
When's the last time we caused a fumble?
Posted by: scosee | September 18, 2011 at 06:55 PM
I think it is clear now that this team is destined for another losing season. I hope Ross realizes this and cleans house, which includes Ireland!!
Posted by: JJ | September 18, 2011 at 06:56 PM
Will Miami ever win a home game?
Posted by: willnyc | September 18, 2011 at 07:01 PM
I said at the beginning of preseason that when you look at schedule trying to find six wins is difficult. Well right now, four looks tough to get to. This team, other than BMarsh, has zero playmaking ability. Both the D and O can't make game changing plays. Funny part is that this FO thought that drafting Gates would solve this for the O. LOL, he sucks and th line is terrible. Anoter losing season. Hopefully they suck enough to get first pick. They'll screw that up too.
Posted by: jrljr2 | September 18, 2011 at 07:03 PM
lol Colombo...sigh...head coach was supposed to be OL genius...maybe they can make a fist pump video...another lost season...clean the fricking house...I have followed this team for 41 years...never been so disgusted...well, I suppose the Cameron year was the nadir
Posted by: Aisle B Bach | September 18, 2011 at 07:06 PM
JJ you are right IRELAND GOES TOO!!!! DONT EVEN WAIT FIRE THEM ALL NOW!!!!! Let's just do this for one week= EVERYONE!!!! NO ONE GO TO THE NEXT GAME I MEAN NO ONE!!!!! JUST DO IT !!!!! NO ONE THERE AT THE STADIUM!!! JUST ONE GAME!!!!
Posted by: johnsdolphins | September 18, 2011 at 07:08 PM
Why is it that every other team improves.Detroit,Texans,Bills,better.We SUCK
Posted by: willnyc | September 18, 2011 at 07:08 PM
somuch for tat where is reggie bush where is the offensive and defensive line why can't marshall catch a simple pass not looking good can't blame the QB running for his life Can't blame Daniels except for the fumble alot of bad playing going on everywhere
Posted by: robertevans | September 18, 2011 at 07:08 PM
Armando have a designated driver? lol
Posted by: Aisle B Bach | September 18, 2011 at 07:13 PM
Ireland has made so many stupid moves I don't even know where to begin. My fear is that he is buddy-buddy with Ross so he may keep his job. Which means we don't get a top-flight head coach because they will want to either pick their own GM or play a dual GM/HC role.
Posted by: JJ | September 18, 2011 at 07:28 PM
my victory beer (Heineken) in honor of Jim Mandich sadly remains unopened....
Posted by: JJ | September 18, 2011 at 07:32 PM
Aye JJ..methinks Ireland has callouses on his knees
Posted by: Aisle B Bach | September 18, 2011 at 07:59 PM