The announcement of today's inactive tells us the Raiders receiver corps will get better ... and Miami's will get worse.
The Dolphins will be without Anthony Armstrong, who was doubtful with a hamstring injury. He is inactive. Other Miami inactives are Pat Devlin, Michael Egnew, Will Yeatman, Tony McDaniel, Ray Feinga, Daniel Thomas and Pat Devlin.
The Raiders, meanwhile, are getting some good news in that Denarius Moore, who was inactive in their opener with a hamstring injury, is active today. Moore averaged 18.9 yards per receptions last season.
As you may know, my column today is about how this game may determine the direction of either franchise for quite some time. Check it out if you haven't yet.
Another thing: I don't see this being a high-scoring game. Neither offense impresses me.
We will be having a live blog here today. It begins in the comments section at kickoff. Meet me there.







Armando,
Any idea how hurt Gabbney is? Kind of shocked nobody has snapped this guy up yet.
Posted by: Craig M | September 16, 2012 at 12:55 PM
D Thomas is a sham, he'll never have the courage to succeed.
Posted by: Mark | September 16, 2012 at 12:56 PM
Crowd not looking so great. But it's early. Four whole minutes before kickoff.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | September 16, 2012 at 12:56 PM
Its gonna be a butt-whoopin'. God help us.
Posted by: David | September 16, 2012 at 12:56 PM
Or fight the idiots who can't bring a winning team to Miami in decades, right?
Craig, I'd like to see Odrick step up too. He did ok last week, had some nice plays. But if he can take it up another notch, with Randy Starks, they'll really be a force in there.
Posted by: DC Dolfan | September 16, 2012 at 12:56 PM
That was a joke at 12:55
Posted by: Ron Son | September 16, 2012 at 12:57 PM
Craig,
His name is Jabar Gaffney not Gabbney.
Posted by: We Have RB's | September 16, 2012 at 12:57 PM
Can't believe people are still spending money on this franchise. Dolfans should try an embargo on this team. Guarantee you it'll do better than the embargo on Cuba.
Posted by: Sad Fish Fan | September 16, 2012 at 12:58 PM
Link please????
Posted by: We Have RB's | September 16, 2012 at 12:58 PM
Here's an idea...
Let's Suck for LUCK.. Oops, they blew that chance with meaningless wins.
How about Grinning for Griffin, Oh forgot, we messed that one up also.
Well, how about barking for Barkley next draft...
Posted by: NY "G" | September 16, 2012 at 12:58 PM
We Have RB's,
Sorry mistype. I knew that.
DC, forgot about Odrick. Add him to that list.
Posted by: Craig M | September 16, 2012 at 12:58 PM
Who cares if his name is Babar?
Let's get ready to ROLL!!!
Best players in the game are punters and kickers. I smell a 30 share Armando.
Posted by: DC Dolfan | September 16, 2012 at 12:59 PM
Well, how about barking for Barkley next draft...
How about no. Another overrated USC QB.
Posted by: We Have RB's | September 16, 2012 at 12:59 PM
Armando,
I brought this up this week. No way you can grab some of loyal out of town fans some of those throwback hats? They must have a ton of leftovers today, no?
Run a contest or something, no?
Posted by: Craig M | September 16, 2012 at 01:00 PM
Good grief. I've seen more people at Middle School girls volleyball games.
Posted by: Jeff | September 16, 2012 at 01:01 PM
I am staying positive today no matter what. Here we go boys. And girls? Any women post here? Beside the gay guys of course. :0
Posted by: The Biocentric | September 16, 2012 at 01:01 PM
Dang, crowd looks horrible!!! Finally rebuilding after last reaching a Super Bowl in 84 and fans don't support!!!
Posted by: robbyhernz | September 16, 2012 at 01:01 PM
Oakland wins the toss but defers to the second half. Dolphins get the ball first.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | September 16, 2012 at 01:01 PM
Send me a hat up here in NJ since I'm unable to attend.
Posted by: MiamiD20 | September 16, 2012 at 01:01 PM
Tannehill will be benched for Matt Moore. Its just a matter of when.
Posted by: Ron Son | September 16, 2012 at 01:02 PM
Not too hot is it?
Posted by: DC Dolfan | September 16, 2012 at 01:02 PM
Crowd is terrible. This game is "sold out" but no, it really isn't.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | September 16, 2012 at 01:02 PM
All White's. NICE!
Posted by: The Biocentric | September 16, 2012 at 01:03 PM
Hey Hey Fellow Philbin fans and Mr. Salguero
LINK
" http://www.thefirstrow.eu/watch/141196/1/watch-oakland-raiders-vs-miami-dolphins.html "
Posted by: SoiledBottom | September 16, 2012 at 01:03 PM
There's more fans at a Stanford water polo match.
Posted by: Harmel | September 16, 2012 at 01:04 PM
Bout time.
Posted by: The Biocentric | September 16, 2012 at 01:05 PM
Bush is a stud!
Posted by: Marc | September 16, 2012 at 01:06 PM
Apparently Jeff Ireland hates elite Tight Ends...
Just sayin.
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Posted by: Salvatory Za Za | September 16, 2012 at 01:06 PM
Shoulda taken Bush in Fantasy!!!
Posted by: robbyhernz | September 16, 2012 at 01:06 PM
Go Dolphins!!!! Thank you Mr. Salguero for hosting this forum for the fans.
Posted by: Relentless DJs | September 16, 2012 at 01:07 PM
Nice pass
Posted by: The Biocentric | September 16, 2012 at 01:07 PM
If Tannehill doesnt pass we have a chance
Posted by: Harmel | September 16, 2012 at 01:07 PM
Excellent drive.
Posted by: The Biocentric | September 16, 2012 at 01:08 PM
Dolphins going after Pat Lee, playing in place of Ron Bartell
Posted by: Armando Salguero | September 16, 2012 at 01:08 PM
That is a big league pass!!!!! Wooooo-hooo!!
Posted by: robbyhernz | September 16, 2012 at 01:08 PM
A little late on that Hartline pass....but it was accurate at least
Posted by: MiamiD20 | September 16, 2012 at 01:08 PM
Get it in the end zone!
Posted by: The Biocentric | September 16, 2012 at 01:09 PM
Tanny to Harty~!
Posted by: Coalition To Get Coalition Out Of The Closet | September 16, 2012 at 01:09 PM
HAHA...Still no passing TD's, but, I'll take a run
Posted by: Marc | September 16, 2012 at 01:10 PM
RYAN TANNEHILL
Posted by: DC Dolfan | September 16, 2012 at 01:10 PM
nice...
Posted by: Kris | September 16, 2012 at 01:10 PM
That's what i'm talkin bout.
Posted by: The Biocentric | September 16, 2012 at 01:10 PM
A TD!!! I can't believe it!!!
Posted by: We Have RB's | September 16, 2012 at 01:10 PM
OMG!!!!!! Opening drive TD!!!!!!!!!!! U may be wrong on score Mando
Posted by: robbyhernz | September 16, 2012 at 01:10 PM
Tanny's first TD a Rush TD!! lol
Posted by: BLAZZIN ACE | September 16, 2012 at 01:10 PM
Tannehill's 1st nfl td comes on a run. Who would have thought. LOL
Posted by: Yesterday'sGone | September 16, 2012 at 01:10 PM
I couldn't tell who the lineman was, but, he took someone out at the knees
Posted by: Marc | September 16, 2012 at 01:11 PM
That's it.
Posted by: oscar canosa | September 16, 2012 at 01:11 PM
Stephen Ross Called the Pass Play
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Posted by: Salvatory Za Za | September 16, 2012 at 01:11 PM
The road to 11 wins....starts with a touchdown run....
Posted by: Kris | September 16, 2012 at 01:11 PM
Ryan Tannehill's first NFL TD is a 2 yard run.
Posted by: Armando Salguero | September 16, 2012 at 01:11 PM
VERY WOODLEY LIKE :)
Posted by: The Biocentric | September 16, 2012 at 01:11 PM
awesome block!
Posted by: dolfanSF | September 16, 2012 at 01:11 PM
Go Tanny!!!!
Good Enough For Me!
Where you Nay Sayers at NOW ;)
Posted by: Coalition To Get Coalition Out Of The Closet | September 16, 2012 at 01:11 PM
Now take a knee rest of the game and win it 7-3! J.K. Great balance on O!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: robbyhernz | September 16, 2012 at 01:12 PM
LOL Kris. 10 wins after today!!!!
Posted by: DC Dolfan | September 16, 2012 at 01:12 PM
Thats how you begin a game. Tanny for the TD!!!
Posted by: Kappowski | September 16, 2012 at 01:12 PM
Athleticism is nice to have. He had a TD to Hartline but it was knocked off so we'll take the run. Great play. TD MIAMI!!!
Posted by: MiamiD20 | September 16, 2012 at 01:12 PM
Nice tackle Moore
Posted by: Marc | September 16, 2012 at 01:13 PM
The White RG3!
Posted by: DC Dolfan | September 16, 2012 at 01:13 PM