We are less than one hour before kickoff and already the Dolphins chances of winning today have improved.
The Bills are starting backup Chris Hairston at left tackle because starter Demitrius Bell is injured and out. Also, playmaking strong safety George Wilson is out. Da'Norris Searcy starts in his place.
For the Dolphins, Phillip Merling will get another chance to play a football game. It's a while for him as he's been inactive six of the past seven games and five in a row. Tony McDaniel is inactive.
The other inactives are Dan Carpenter, Steve Slaton, Ike Alama-Francis, Will Barker, Ryan Cook, and Will Yeatman.
The live blog goes on in the comments section. Join me there. Oh, and one more thing: RG3!
They better throw a pass to Brandon SOON!! He will get poopy fast if they don't!!
Posted by: robbyhernz | November 20, 2011 at 01:21 PM
If we could create a QB with Henne's strong arm and Moore's touch we might have something.
Posted by: Chris in the 623 | November 20, 2011 at 01:21 PM
Odinseye, I'm in the crowd that realizes this season is over but I'm just trying to enjoy whatever happens because there's nothing I can do about it.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | November 20, 2011 at 01:17 PM
Armando, well said, can I hang in your crowd?
PS: I got your joke earlier. I give it 3 stars ***.
Not as Good as your article, but Good nonetheless ;)
Posted by: odinseye | November 20, 2011 at 01:21 PM
Timeout! YEAHHHH
Posted by: MaCo | November 20, 2011 at 01:21 PM
Football in Miami is in sad shape.
I watch colleges pile 90,000 into stadiums every Saturday but the Dolphins have trouble getting 65K into this stadium.
The Canes are no better. They're lucky when they get 50K in the stadium.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | November 20, 2011 at 01:22 PM
Is that Moore or Rogers?
Posted by: robbyhernz | November 20, 2011 at 01:24 PM
yeah, so when you run on first and get 2 yards or negative yards, then you're in third and long...even though we made it, odds are not in your favor...
Posted by: mntnmanfinfan | November 20, 2011 at 01:24 PM
Daboll calling some nice plays.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | November 20, 2011 at 01:24 PM
Colombo is an embarrassment!
He can't even fall down and block(cut block) on A SCREEN!!!!!
PUKE!!!!
Hartline came to PLAY!!!! Alright!
Posted by: odinseye | November 20, 2011 at 01:25 PM
fifth first down play...another rush, for little yardage...Am I missing something?
Posted by: mntnmanfinfan | November 20, 2011 at 01:25 PM
I smell a shootout today.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | November 20, 2011 at 01:25 PM
Fasano!!! Yes!!! 3 weeks in a row!
Posted by: PhinFan4Life | November 20, 2011 at 01:25 PM
Red zone troubles looking like a thing of the past.
Posted by: Chris in the 623 | November 20, 2011 at 01:25 PM
FASANO! FASANO! FASANO! FASANO!
Posted by: odinseye | November 20, 2011 at 01:26 PM
fieldgoal shootout ?
Posted by: SoiledBottom | November 20, 2011 at 01:26 PM
Moore looks good to me. Results speak louder than misconceptions.
Posted by: DevilsAdvocate | November 20, 2011 at 01:26 PM
Love the play call!
On first down-AwwwwwwRiiiiight Miami!
Daboll! Daboll! Daboll! Daboll!
Posted by: odinseye | November 20, 2011 at 01:27 PM
Interesting point on Brandon Marshall Robby. he says he's a leader. Not getting a target on the first drive will test that.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | November 20, 2011 at 01:27 PM
Good play calling. This is an improving offence. Good, Ross?
Posted by: oscar canosa | November 20, 2011 at 01:27 PM
I can't believe there's so few people either
Posted by: robbyhernz | November 20, 2011 at 01:27 PM
Im beginning to like Dabol's offensive. It far more creative than Henning's. Welcome to the 21st century Miami Dolphins!
Posted by: yesterday's gone | November 20, 2011 at 01:28 PM
DC
Are you going to wait for some network talking head to say Moore is starter material? I'm not.
Posted by: DevilsAdvocate | November 20, 2011 at 01:28 PM
Matt moore is impressing me, more and more each week
Posted by: finfaneurope | November 20, 2011 at 01:29 PM
Actually Armando said I think I am the best, and now I have to go out and prove it.
That was on the CBS per game show.
So who is right???
Posted by: ltcdolphin | November 20, 2011 at 01:29 PM
Nice coverage - Good Kick!
(fingers crossed-TIGHTLY!)
Posted by: odinseye | November 20, 2011 at 01:30 PM
Moore getting fitted for a Gold Jacket after the game.
Calm down, I'm joking. But He really looks calm and in control these last few games. Maybe something clicked?
I don't care about future draft picks or winning Super Bowls (although that would be nice) I just want exciting games. Nothing more nothing less.
Posted by: Tophermo | November 20, 2011 at 01:30 PM
Armando,
Bills expect Marshall to be primary target on 1st drive. Great game planning by Dubol to open up with the unexpected. It could set up bigger things for Marshall as the game goes on.
Im loving Dubol's unpredictability. Wasnt our primary problem under Henning predictability?
Posted by: yesterday's gone | November 20, 2011 at 01:31 PM
I like it!
Still hold my breath during every special teams play though.
Come on D
Fitz keeps throwing high, lets get some int's!
Posted by: odinseye | November 20, 2011 at 01:32 PM
Nice hit by Bell
Posted by: KBrad | November 20, 2011 at 01:32 PM
How is that not holding on Wake!!!!!!
Posted by: robbyhernz | November 20, 2011 at 01:33 PM
That run reminded me of the run Fitzpatrick had against the Dolphins in 2009 for like 44 yards and a TD.
I guess Miami's speed has improved since then.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | November 20, 2011 at 01:33 PM
Armando,
Just like Dolphins and Canes home games, it seems the attendance in your live blogs is way down too!
Posted by: yesterday's gone | November 20, 2011 at 01:34 PM
Holding on Wake though!
Doesn't matter now, but C'mon MAN!
Call this shyt, he's our best pass rusher!
REFS!!!!
Posted by: odinseye | November 20, 2011 at 01:34 PM
Armando, Apparently, Mr. Sarcasm, doesn't get sarchasm!
Posted by: nyfinfan | November 20, 2011 at 01:34 PM
I can here Wannestat now, "Don't worry guys, punting isn't a bad thing". Of course he says it with that I just crapped my pants look on his face.
Posted by: Tophermo | November 20, 2011 at 01:35 PM
Charles Clay Yes!!! 46 yard pas
Posted by: PhinFan4Life | November 20, 2011 at 01:35 PM
This Clay kid is coming on strong!
Posted by: KBrad | November 20, 2011 at 01:35 PM
wow!! wow!!
Posted by: finfaneurope | November 20, 2011 at 01:35 PM
WOW! Nice Throw and catch!
Posted by: nyfinfan | November 20, 2011 at 01:35 PM
Mando, u should have your research dept analyze how much more Wake is being held this year. Unless u fly solo at theHerald.
Posted by: robbyhernz | November 20, 2011 at 01:35 PM
CLAY!
Moore is looking like a GUNSLINGER!!!!
God I love it.
Daboll's jammin!
Go to Fasano, open it up for Clay!
Posted by: odinseye | November 20, 2011 at 01:36 PM
TD BABY!!!
Posted by: finfaneurope | November 20, 2011 at 01:37 PM
Dansby said he thinks he's the best and has to prove it. He did not say, "I want to be the best. He said I think I'm the best.
He also said:
“I’m better than everybody. Everybody. Period. Point blank. I just haven’t had the recognition, man. I’m more versatile than everybody. Period. Pont blank. I’m more versatile than everybody. Hands down. I can do it all.”
Posted by: Armando Salguero | November 20, 2011 at 01:37 PM
Nice block by Hilliard!
Posted by: nyfinfan | November 20, 2011 at 01:37 PM
Who are these guys???? I think I like 'em, a really lot.
Posted by: Tophermo | November 20, 2011 at 01:37 PM
Two TDs in the 1st quarter! When is the last time that happened?? Still no Beast.
Posted by: KBrad | November 20, 2011 at 01:37 PM
Wow ! When was the last time we were 2 for 2 Red Zone TD's
Posted by: PhinFan4Life | November 20, 2011 at 01:37 PM
Even on Bush's first down run, Colombo was blocking or own guys and falling all over himself.
Get that Shmuck off the FIELD!
Posted by: odinseye | November 20, 2011 at 01:38 PM
Most impressive offensive first qtr in as long as I can remember!!!
Posted by: robbyhernz | November 20, 2011 at 01:38 PM
Let Clay, Hartline + Thomas play + we might see something-also Gates should get a shot
Posted by: David | November 20, 2011 at 01:38 PM
Clay. Playing well. Thomas has already shown he is a player. Clyde Gates coming on. Jones playing well. The draft is looking pretty good.
Posted by: ltcdolphin | November 20, 2011 at 01:38 PM
We are much better when the ball goes to all different receivers rather than locking on 1 the whole game, u see it every week in the NFL, just wish the diva rcvr would get that
Posted by: PhinFan4Life | November 20, 2011 at 01:39 PM
Scaring the hell out of me. It's beginning to look like we have an offense in Miami.
Sob... sob.... Goodbye RGIII!
Posted by: yesterday's gone | November 20, 2011 at 01:39 PM
Ugh! nice to see them playing inspired football, but the other half of me sees each win as getting farther from picking a franchise QB next year.
Posted by: mike d | November 20, 2011 at 01:39 PM
Holy monkey that was a short kickoff!!
Posted by: robbyhernz | November 20, 2011 at 01:39 PM
Tony Sparano said it; 'It only takes one win" looks like he was right!!1
Posted by: LUIS FROM PR | November 20, 2011 at 01:39 PM
You Suck for Luck fans have no right cheering this performance.
Posted by: DevilsAdvocate | November 20, 2011 at 01:39 PM
I hate to say this, but Moore is begining NOT to look like a back up..anybody else agree?
Posted by: finfaneurope | November 20, 2011 at 01:39 PM
We need to stop focusing on the QB's in the draft any of them could get injured or get hit by a bus between now and then. Let's have some pride to win. true Phins Fans will understand that
Posted by: PhinFan4Life | November 20, 2011 at 01:40 PM
Dansby looked pretty good on THAT ONE!
GREAT!
Posted by: odinseye | November 20, 2011 at 01:41 PM