Dolphins coach Todd Bowles just told the media that running back Reggie Bush will not play against the New York Jets Sunday as his ailing right knee will prevent him from playing.
It'll be Daniel Thomas carrying the load, such as it is, for the Dolphins running game. The Dolphins can also use Lex Hilliard behind Thomas to help carry the load and Richard Medlin may be available after being signed off the practice squad earlier this week.
Bush finishes his season with 1,086 yards on 216 carries. He played and started in each of the previous 15 games this season.
And while this knee issues won't be considered a big deal now, because the Dolphins are out of the playoff running and the season ends for them Sunday, it raises questions going forward.
This was Bush's sixth NFL season. He has played in 16 games only once in his career, that in his rookie year.
The Dolphins insist they found a workhorse starting running back this year, one that could run between the tackles, take the pounding and, frankly, be the man.
With Bush going through the season healthy, that argument was a winner. Now, with his knee injury a question, that changes.
What if the Dolphins were a playoff team? Another year in which Bush got hurt, again, would be huge news and a huge disappointment. So can they go into next year with Bush as their planned workhorse again?
Moneyman just grow up I am out,no that I see someone is faking me who posted at 9:46pm
Posted by: Claire Voyant | December 30, 2011 at 09:48 PM
YOU TWO STOP FIGTING YOU TWO ACTING LIKE BABYS
Posted by: ALoco | December 30, 2011 at 09:49 PM
Sorry guys, my butthole hurts tonight. Got carried away last night.
Posted by: Moneyman13 | December 30, 2011 at 09:49 PM
MONYMAN WHY YOU SAY BUTT HURTS??? ARE YOU GAY
Posted by: ALoco | December 30, 2011 at 09:50 PM
Thanks for the humor at my expense but I grew up a long time ago and cannot believe how many non- fin fans call themselves fin fans. Thanks anyway.
Posted by: Moneyman13 | December 30, 2011 at 09:52 PM
Not really gay. Just experimenting.
Posted by: Moneyman13 | December 30, 2011 at 09:54 PM
Aloco,
The gay boy who posted at 9:49 in my name should come by and see me and I would show him how people who grew up in the country and wore the colors of this nation for 12 years would deal with this. HA Ha, hope it was fun.
Posted by: Moneyman13 | December 30, 2011 at 09:59 PM
Moneyman13 = Red neck.
Posted by: Biff | December 30, 2011 at 10:01 PM
I am out, this is the real money.
For the gay boy playing, please come see me and show your manhood.
Posted by: Moneyman13 | December 30, 2011 at 10:03 PM
wore the colors for 12 years,,,,WTF are 12 years of age you piece of shyt moneyman 13
Posted by: NJ PHIN FAN | December 30, 2011 at 10:04 PM
Moneyman13 I'll bet you served well and often with all those men.
Posted by: Pie | December 30, 2011 at 10:04 PM
"are you 12 years of age"
Posted by: NJ PHIN FAN | December 30, 2011 at 10:04 PM
It is ok if moneyman plays for the "other" team, not that there is anything wrong with that.......
Posted by: cuban cockroach | December 30, 2011 at 10:08 PM
MR COCKRACH YOU SOUND LIKE CUBAN MENACE TOO ME
Posted by: ALoco | December 30, 2011 at 10:10 PM
NJ Phin fan,
Real easy to call me a piece of .... From where you set.
All I did was attempt a comment about negativity and somehow I become trash.
If you don't want a positive opinion, so be it.
Posting gay comments under an assumed name is BS.
Posted by: Moneyman13 | December 30, 2011 at 10:10 PM
ALoco - You filthy cockaroach!
Posted by: Tony Montana | December 30, 2011 at 10:12 PM
HA HA HA
Hope you all enjoy your lives.
Posted by: Moneyman13 | December 30, 2011 at 10:14 PM
Armando,
You do not have to worry about me.
I always read but seldom make entries and found out why tonight.
No one will have to worry about my comments in the future.
Will not be returning, do not appreciate fakes and being called gay.
Am not and have no problems with anyone who is.
Thanks for the ability to see how others actually feel about the fins.
Thanks again, appears to not be my cup of tea.
Posted by: Moneyman13 | December 30, 2011 at 10:31 PM
We shouldn't berate Our fellow Miami Dolphins fan.
I for one seek out blogs of or for the Miami Dolphins to chat about them and to know more of them. Some fans are out there.Others are bias.And some just want to cheer for a worthy team.
We're losing fans cause We suck. Now isn't the time to alienate each other,
Posted by: ozkar | December 30, 2011 at 11:06 PM
Oh yeah on Bush sitting out and Daniel Thomas playing.I hope that when Our franchise said that then had found a rb who will run between the tackles they were referring to Thomas.
Once again my beloved franchise has put another human being on their welfare payroll.Reggie isn't the answer.Wasn't intended to be.Our beloved franchise just wanted to attract certain fans to the team and stadiums.Bush is just cashing his checks, a la Armando Salguero.I get that.Now I'll know whose ratings to fatten.
Posted by: ozkar | December 30, 2011 at 11:19 PM
smart move, rest everyone, ota start in a few months, no reason to injure our star players, remember long ?????
Posted by: bla | December 30, 2011 at 11:23 PM
yeah bla.You get it.Though I would argue that perhaps We've been in that frame of mind since the NFL and the players reach their agreement for next 10 yrs.
Posted by: ozkar | December 30, 2011 at 11:28 PM
OK,
Landry Jones fans... We don't want him. RG# fans. Only if we get him cheep.
Luck fans. Our only hope, break the bank and trade the farm for Luck.
He IS that good.
After watching the other two and Luck, there IS no comparison. RG3 and L. Jones need to remain in another year.
This is going to be a boring draft in 12.
Posted by: NY "G" | December 31, 2011 at 12:41 AM
ozkar,
I have a jacuzzi in my private quarters onboard my ship and would love to further discuss with you the alienation you speak of regarding some. We can use aroma therapy candles while I stroke, um I mean massage your back.
Posted by: Capt. Blaine Diggler U.S. Navy | December 31, 2011 at 12:41 AM
Ditka sold the farm for Heisman trophy winner Ricky Williams. We all know the story.
It didn't turn out to good for Ditka, but Williams was arguably worth the trade.
Does anyone here really believe Ireland, or possibly(any new coach)Peterson will be willing to go down that path?
Forget about Luck and Griffen. You're only dragging out the misery. We'll trade down and pick up second. Take a DE/OLB, a RT and a Safety first two rounds.
Book It!!!!
Posted by: odinseye | December 31, 2011 at 02:07 AM
If Mark Sancheeto can take the wets to two back to back AFC Championship games, I say Moore can do better.
Hire the right Coach with the right scheme. Fill in the blanks with the draft and free agency.
We don't have to mortgage the next decade when we already have a guy that can get the job done. At least not this year.
All things considered, the Coaching hire will most likely prove more beneficial than this draft anyways.
Stay The Course.
ValHalla!!!!
Posted by: odinseye | December 31, 2011 at 02:14 AM
Thanks to years of Henne(among others), Hennings and SpOrano, too many DolFans have gotten carried away with the desire to draft a first round quarterback.
Some here advocate trading the farm, some think Manning will be available. The funniest one yet, Trade the Farm for Mallet-ROTFLMAO! Yeah, Mallet-LOL!
Anyways, you don't put yourself behind the eight ball for anything less than a sure fire HIT!
If there's a solid prospect available when your pick comes along great. But, to sell the farm for the latest **FAD**?
C'mon Man!
NOT IN THE REAL WORLD!!!!
Posted by: odinseye | December 31, 2011 at 02:31 AM
Agree with Professor @ 7;14. Its the way it is. I can see moving up a spot or two in the draft. But to sell off the franchise for the next 4yrs is not just stupid,but insane. You have to have people around the QB. Remember Marino in Jacksonville? No OL, no WR, no defense equaled Marino getting beat to death..Staying in position, or even dropping a few spots in next years draft would not be the end of the world. We need a stud TE, WR, and yes RT..for the QB hungry, if we drop a few spots pick up another 2nd, Miami could actually pull in 2 QBs.
Posted by: finfaneurope | December 31, 2011 at 04:23 AM
LASTT ENTRY FOR NIGHT,LOOK FOR THE GARAGE MACHANIC TO DRAFT A LINEMAN INSTEAD OF THE GRAET JACORY HARIS FROM THE "U"
"BUFFET OF FURTHER IN DEPTH"
Posted by: ALoco | December 31, 2011 at 04:29 AM
What time is it in Europe?
Posted by: odinseye | December 31, 2011 at 04:29 AM
SPOOKY!!!!
Posted by: odinseye | December 31, 2011 at 04:30 AM
10:32 am Odin
Posted by: finfaneurope | December 31, 2011 at 04:32 AM
ODIN< WHATT SAY YOU ABOUT NJ PHIN PLUMBER MAKE APPERANCE TONIGHT?
(BUFFET OF IN DEPTH)
Posted by: ALoco | December 31, 2011 at 04:33 AM
Jacory Harris?? that had to be a joke!! I hope..lol
Posted by: finfaneurope | December 31, 2011 at 04:33 AM
The party is wound out!
Good warm up for tommorrow though!
Somebody made fun of me for mispelling BourbOn earlier-LOL!
I was doing good just finding the Key Board!
AwwwwwwwwwwwwwRiiiiiiiiiiiiiight MIAMI!!!!
PS: I miss the Mad Dog! Gonna drink a Toast to him tommorow night at MIDNIGHT!
Posted by: odinseye | December 31, 2011 at 04:34 AM
EUROPE,JACORY WILL BE THE NEXT BIG THING.
(BUFFET OF KNOWLEDGE)
Posted by: ALoco | December 31, 2011 at 04:35 AM
Where you at in Europe?
Posted by: odinseye | December 31, 2011 at 04:36 AM
ODIN, ARE YOU GETING DRUNKEN?(DRINKING TO GET DRUNK)
Posted by: ALoco | December 31, 2011 at 04:36 AM
ALoco,
You really think that was the Jersey Shore Plumber?
Posted by: odinseye | December 31, 2011 at 04:37 AM
I saw that Odin, had to laugh a little myself, I will be hitting the Jack in a few hours..Happy New Year man, dont over do it..ahh what the hell Im gonna over do it.
Posted by: finfaneurope | December 31, 2011 at 04:38 AM
I SEE MR.LINCON, WAS ONEE OF THE PLUMBERS WAY OF DOING GARBAE POSTS,HE TAKE A GREAT AMERCAN AND POSTS DRIBBLE
(BUFFET OF KNOWLEDGE)
Posted by: ALoco | December 31, 2011 at 04:39 AM
Im a BIG U FAN, just not a BIG Harris fan..
Odin Im currently in Germany, but im usualy all over the place
Posted by: finfaneurope | December 31, 2011 at 04:39 AM
ALoco,
To be Honest, I've been on a hairbinger since Christmas.
I want to get in all the partying I can. Just in case there's something to this Mayan Calender Apocolypse deal!
I ain't scared, but I don't want to waste anytime, just in case ;)
Posted by: odinseye | December 31, 2011 at 04:40 AM
ALoco, same here. I doubt anything will happen, kinda like the 2000 scare, But you never know!!
Posted by: finfaneurope | December 31, 2011 at 04:43 AM
MAYANS WERE DONKYS,THEY ONLY CONTRIBUTED BANNANAS THE SOCIATE.
(BUFFET OF KNOWLEDGE)
Posted by: ALoco | December 31, 2011 at 04:44 AM
Never been to Germany :(
But I had this Red Haired Babe that was born there ;)
If she was a true representation of German Babes, you my Good Man are TRULY Blessed!
Posted by: odinseye | December 31, 2011 at 04:45 AM
GERMANY BEN MESSED UP SINCE 1933,WHEN THE ORIGANAL BROWN DONKYS FIRST APPEARED WITH THE LEADER WITH FUNNY HAIR AND MUSTACHE.
(BUFFET OF HISTIORY)
Posted by: ALoco | December 31, 2011 at 04:48 AM
Most that I know are pretty wild, very little inhibitions. Hot yes, but the babes in Spain I would have to say take the cake.
Posted by: finfaneurope | December 31, 2011 at 04:48 AM
I gotta get some sleep. Rest up for another ROUND.
My eyes are bleeding and I'm babbling like an IDIOT!
Another Successful Night ;P
Posted by: odinseye | December 31, 2011 at 04:49 AM
LOL@ ALoco. Dont know man, this is my second time living here, in between I live back in the US (JAX). The economy here is rolling forward, Govt. takes care of there people, and TV is still free..LOL. Actually I know a lot of Americans who live here. Its hard to understand til you do..
Posted by: finfaneurope | December 31, 2011 at 04:51 AM
Have aGood one Odin, catch ya next year!!
Posted by: finfaneurope | December 31, 2011 at 04:53 AM
I HAVE NOTHING AGAINST POEPLE OF GERMANY,AT LEAST NOT IN THIS CENTURY.
(BUFFET OF CORRECTIONS)
Posted by: ALoco | December 31, 2011 at 04:54 AM
GOT TO GO TO WORK SO THE GANG OF DEFEAT CAN POST 24/7 IN THE UPCOMEING YEAR
(BUFFET OF FURTHER IN DEPTH)
(IS THIS REAL ENGLISH)
Posted by: ALoco | December 31, 2011 at 04:58 AM
Same here. I gonna sign out, gotta get a big pot of Chili going for tonight..Have a Great new Year! I still hope we crush the Jets..I HATE THE Fn JETS!!!!!
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YA ALL!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: finfaneurope | December 31, 2011 at 05:00 AM
Pathetic. 5-10 and people still care about two loser teams playing for crapola.
Posted by: Get a life | December 31, 2011 at 06:54 AM
Thomas should be able to be a workhorse. He just needs to quit hesitating when he hits the hole!
Posted by: Peter G | December 31, 2011 at 08:42 AM
If you extrapolate Matt Moore's numbers RIGHT NOW, we'd be qualifying for the playoffs.
Food For Thought
Facts For Desert
Posted by: odinseye | December 30, 2011 at 07:59 PM
3862 yds, 18 td's 8 int's
total passing yards would put him in the top ten in the league but he would still have around 90 less pass attempts than anyone ahead of him in total passing yards. Romon threw 485 passes and Newton 492. Everyone else threw more than 500 times with Moore only having 393 attempts thru 15 games.
If you consider that he came in late and has only played 12 games to this point and he doesn't have the receivers and tight ends the caliber some of the other quarterbacks have to work with he really has not done a bad job.
Am I advocating Miami not pick up a quarterback in the draft? No.
Posted by: Professor Lou | December 31, 2011 at 09:44 AM
Moore has the 11th best quarterback rating.
His average yards per attempt are 13 best in the league, 17th in pass plays of 20 yards or more and 19th in pass plays of 40 yards or more.
However, he is 32nd in pass attempts per game.
Posted by: Professor Lou | December 31, 2011 at 09:55 AM
Landry Jones looked like a lost sheep last night. He better think hard about going back to school for his last year to work out the bugs.
Posted by: Professor Lou | December 31, 2011 at 09:57 AM
The Washington QB put up 438 yds and 4 TDs in the Alamo Bowl. RG3 wasn't even the top QB in the game.
That being said if he is there when we pick fine but we can't trade players for anybody because we have 7 players leaving in free agency. And 2 of the players leaving are starting RT & RG.
Posted by: PriceMaster | December 31, 2011 at 10:10 AM