Phinfever (Big Dave)

David Blake, Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MBA. Following the Dolphins since 1970 (Key West, FL). Phinfever: created 1999. Christ follower.

[Chris Kouffman @ckparrot]

Brendan Sorsby’s entry into Supplemental Draft is no sure thing. NFL reviews petitions on case by case basis on why you missed the deadline for the real draft. Not sure how they’ll feel about “hadn’t been caught yet”. Also he technically has NCAA eligibility.

That’s without considering how nuclear it is from an integrity of the game standpoint that Sorsby bet on his own team, including betting unders on his own QB room while he was a backup and could’ve been called to action.

I’m guessing NFL either rejects his petition or they accept it and communicate to teams he is being investigated for potential indefinite suspension, with the possibility of reinstatement at some point in the future pending progress on recovery from gambling addiction.

Keep in mind this is a player who not only did everything he did from a gambling standpoint, he also refused to accept the NCAA’s entirely rational, traditional punishment for it, to the point he sought relief outside of the NCAA with a friendly local court, nearly blowing up an entire college football conference in the process. He and his lawyer made disingenuous, cynical arguments, went venue shopping, etc.

Don’t think the NFL will be anxious to welcome that with open arms, especially since they’re having trouble with exactly that sort of legal maneuvering from Brian Flores in his lawsuit.

It’s the frog and scorpion parable. What happens if the NFL allows Sorsby into the league and then they end up having to punish him? Is he going to run crying back to Jeffrey Kessler (who has been a thorn in the NFL’s side forever) so that he can take it to court outside of NFL structure?

The most rational thing the NFL can do would be deny him entry into the Supplemental Draft on pretty firm grounds, kicking the can down the road while they work with Kessler in the background to ascertain how much of a legal mess it will be in 2027 if he gets taken in the draft and they try and issue a suspension.

[Phinfever (Big Dave) @phinfever]

Nice.

[Devin Lewis | DolphinsBreakdown @DevinLewisNFL]

The Dolphins have now signed 10 of their 13 draft picks from the 2026 NFL Draft class.

[Joe Schad @schadjoe]

Former Miami Dolphins head coach Dave Wannstedt, a mentor to Jeff Hafley, and former player Trace Armstrong. Hafley’ agent, attended practice today. So did Zach Thomas and Dan Marino. Wannstedt is the last coach to lead the Dolphins to a playoff victory. It was December 2000.

[Jason Sarney - Dolphins Wire @Jason_Sarney]

Fun Greg Dulcich stat:

When the #MiamiDolphins were in their own territory, Dulcich was extremely reliable.

From their own 1-yard line to the 50-yard line, Dulcich saw 20 targets and caught 19 of them for a total of 268 yards while creating 11 first downs.

#PhinsUp

[Dante Trader Jr. @DizzyDante]

My dawg broke 3 sleds at Maryland 🤣

[Phinfever (Big Dave) @phinfever]

Go Canes!

[Bleacher Report @BleacherReport]

CAROLINA HURRICANES ADVANCE TO THE STANLEY CUP FINAL 🔥

FIRST TIME SINCE 2006 👏

[FinsXtra @FinsXtra]

🎥 Chris Simms has ranked Malik Willis as the 19th best QB in the NFL:

"I think [Willis]'s got superstar talent... Malik Willis' best throws are up there with the superstars of the sport... [2025] on film was borderline perfect.” (@NFLonCBS) #PhinsUp

[TheFishTank @TheFishTank81]

A lot has been made of Jeff Hafley's media availability today. For me, his explanation of what he looks for in a nickel corner brought me back to one of the great answers of all time. We present: "Good Haf Hunting"

Shout-out to @SeriouslySevach on the edit

[The Dive Bar Podcast 🐬🥃 @TheDiveBarPod]

Former Dolphins CB Sean Smith says Jeff Ireland flat out destroyed the Miami Dolphins during his time in charge. #PhinsUp

Full Episode Here 👉 https://t.co/R108lMABcv

[Phinfever (Big Dave) @phinfever]

So sad that our heroes cannot live forever.

[Miami Dolphins @MiamiDolphins]

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Manny Fernandez.

[Devin Lewis | DolphinsBreakdown @DevinLewisNFL]

The Dolphins added developmental OT depth in Marques Cox and brought in physical RB Carlos Washington Jr. to increase competition heading into camp.

[The List - Dolphins Podcast @TheListFinsPod]

So confirmation here that Detroit wanted to trade up for Kadyn Proctor, and pulled the offer from the Ravens once Miami selected him

#PhinsUp #OnePride

[Phinfever (Big Dave) @phinfever]

I’ve seen some fans calling for the Dolphins to extend ILB Jordyn Brooks, and I get it. He has been Miami’s best linebacker since Zach Thomas. That said, he turns 29 in October, and the Dolphins may have already drafted his eventual replacement in Jacob Rodriguez.

If Miami does extend Brooks, it will likely be as much for his leadership as his play on the field. To his credit, Brooks is at camp right now and is not holding out for a new deal. He is there, learning the defense and leading the way.

[NFL @NFL]

Jacob Rodriguez transferred schools, changed positions, and became a @TexasTechFB icon.

After hearing his name called in the 2nd round of the NFL Draft, he's taking his talents to South Beach with the @miamidolphins 🙌

[Kevin Gallagher @KevG163]

Heaven Birthday, Earl Morrall🕯️

Unsung Hero of the Undefeated 1972 Miami Dolphins

After winning the 1968 NFL MVP for the Colts (playing in place of injured legend Johnny Unitas), Earl lost to the Jets in a historic upset in Super Bowl III.

In 1972, Don Shula — who had been his head coach in Baltimore — brought the 38-year-old journeyman Morrall to the #Dolphins to back up quarterback Bob Griese.

Griese broke his leg in Week 5.

Enter Morrall.

Earl guided Miami to 11 consecutive victories during its inexorable march to a perfect 17-0 season and #PhinsUp's first Super Bowl title.

Earl led the NFL in passer rating in '72 (91.0), earning the PFWA's NFL Comeback Player of the Year Award.

[Devin Lewis | DolphinsBreakdown @DevinLewisNFL]

Based on the personnel, Miami looks built to live primarily in a multiple 3-4 / nickel hybrid front rather than a traditional 4-3.

[Phinfever (Big Dave) @phinfever]

I have to say, I really like the direction this team is heading. A lot of that comes from looking at the building block core values of Miami’s new GM and the head coach he hired.

Will they be successful? Only time will tell. But even though Sullivan did not draft Achane, he still made sure to take care of Miami’s MVP as he enters the final year of his rookie contract. That is how you do business, even when the reality of player contracts is not always easy to accept.

The numbers can be hard to stomach, but when your own draft picks produce, work hard, and do things the right way, you pay the going rate to keep them.

https://t.co/65wKr9YJ7G

[c. isaiah smalls ii @stclaudeii]

Dolphins run game coordinator/ senior defensive coordinator Joe Barry shares his thoughts on getting rookie LB Jacob Rodriguez

[Phinfever (Big Dave) @phinfever]

My wife took the family to a Dolphins game last year and it cost $1500 when it was all done (in Charlotte). That’s why I like to watch it at home and I won’t pay for it streaming unless I already have the streaming platform. The GM pays these players ridiculous money and we are the ones paying for it.

[Ari Meirov @MySportsUpdate]

President Donald Trump was asked about the NFL moving games to paid streaming platforms and said he doesn’t like it, via @FullMeasureNews:

“They’re making a lot of money. They could make a little bit less. ... You have people that live for Sunday… and then all of a sudden, they’re gonna have to pay $1,000 a game. It’s crazy. So, I’m not happy about it.”

(Fans are not paying $1,000 a game, but the Department of Justice has opened an investigation regarding this topic).

[The List - Dolphins Podcast @TheListFinsPod]

Chris Johnson's fluid movement is one of his standout traits, and this is an incredibly well-rounded player to begin with.

Feel super confident this kid is going to be a star for Miami 🔒

#PhinsUp

[Phinfever (Big Dave) @phinfever]

I love the old Don Shula stories, and this one is about defensive tackle Mike Charles. As the story goes, Shula wanted to take Charles in the first round, but then Dan Marino was sitting there. So, naturally, The Don wasted no time making Danny his first round pick.

When Miami’s second round pick came around, Charles was still on the board, so Shula got him anyway. Unfortunately, Charles only played four years in Miami and never reached the potential the Shula hoped he had.

[104.3 WQAM @1043wqam]

Shula knew something was up… 🍔 👀