Dolphins Cancer Challenge Hosts Heavy Hitters Celebration presented by Berkowitz Pollack Brand and Provenance Wealth Advisors
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October 31, 2019
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Dolphins Cancer Challenge Hosts Heavy Hitters Celebration presented by Berkowitz Pollack Brand and Provenance Wealth Advisors
Miami Gardens, FL – The Miami Dolphins on Wednesday, Oct. 30 hosted the Heavy Hitters Celebration presented by Berkowitz Pollack Brand and Provenance Wealth Advisors. The Dolphins Cancer Challenge Heavy Hitters comprised of a group of 288, whose fundraising efforts for the 2019 event raised $3,039,641. Their donations accounted for almost 50 percent of the DCC’s total $5.2M gift to University of Miami’s Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Participants are considered Heavy Hitters who have raised $2,750 or more for innovative cancer research. The evening entailed a fun twist on the event with more activities and fun built in to celebrate and honor the heavy hitters. All Pros (fundraisers of $10,000 or more) and Top Tacklers (fundraisers of $5,000 or more) had the exclusive perk of catching a pass on the field from Pro Football Hall of Famers Dan Marino or Jason Taylor.
Below are the award winners:
- Champions Award: Mike Estevez (Palmetto Bay, FL). The Champions Award is given to a participant who embodies the spirit of why the DCC was created nearly 10 years ago and supports the DCC through a multitude of different avenues. Mike Estevez participated in his fifth DCC this year and consistently raised more than $3,000 during each campaign. Estevez also participates as part of the Ride Marshal team and is committed to keeping participants safe not only during DCC weekend but throughout the year at multiple DCC Training Rides.
- Rookie Heavy Hitter of the Year: Michael Walsh (Miami, FL). This award is provided to the DCC participant who raises more money than any other first-year participant. Walsh for the event in February rode 100 miles and raised $21,000 in his first year participating in the DCC.
- Mad Dog Mandich Courage Award: Dominick Froio Jr. (Doral, FL). The Jim “Mad Dog” Mandich Courage Award goes to the Heavy Hitter who inspires, motivates and challenges those around them to strive to be better. This winner knows no limits, consistently beating expectations and does not know the definition of boundaries. Jessica MacIntyre is an unsung hero of the DCC. Froio is a proud cancer survivor from Sylvester who has raised more than $40,000 over four years for the DCC and works tirelessly as the team captain for Team Carnival.
- Team of the Year Award: Team Mack Cycle (Miami, FL). Team Mack Cycle increased both its participation to 102 and fundraising by more than 50 percent this year totaling their DCC IX contribution to $150,000.
- Team Hurricanes Above and Beyond Award: Robert Merlin (Coconut Grove, FL). This award is given to a member of Team Hurricanes whose efforts embody what Team Hurricanes stands for and the mission of the DCC. Merlin demonstrated a high level of commitment, determination and persistence to maximize his efforts to go above and beyond, most recently riding 100 miles for DCC IX. He has raised $120,000 over the years, attaining Heavy Hitter status over the last three years.
DCC 10 is scheduled to take place Feb. 29, 2020 and will include five bike routes throughout South Florida, a run/walk 5K and a Finish Line Festival presented by Moss Construction. For more information, visit DolphinsCancerChallenge.com.
Miami Dolphins awarded Crawley off waivers
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October 30, 2019
Miami Dolphins awarded Crawley off waivers
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have been awarded cornerback Ken Crawley off waivers from New Orleans and waived wide receiver Isaiah Ford.
Crawley has spent the past four seasons (2016-19) with New Orleans, playing in 39 games and making 23 starts. He has 128 career tackles (115 solo), one interception, 31 passes defensed, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery. He’s also played in three playoff games with two starts. Crawley originally entered the NFL as an undrafted college free agent with New Orleans on May 9, 2016.
Ford has played in four games over the past two seasons (2018-19) for Miami, totaling two receptions for 9 yards (4.5 avg.). He began the 2019 season on the Dolphins practice squad before he was promoted to the active roster on Sept. 25. Ford originally entered the NFL as a seventh-round pick (237th overall) by the Dolphins in the 2017 NFL draft.
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Colorado ’16 |
Washington, D.C. |
Wai., ’19 (NO) |
Miami Dolphins sign Walford
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Miami Dolphins sign Walford
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have signed tight end Clive Walford and placed cornerback Xavien Howard on injured reserve.
Walford spent the offseason and training camp with Miami before he was released on Aug. 27, 2019. He has played in 45 NFL games with 11 starts after three seasons in Oakland (2015-17) and one with the N.Y. Jets (2018). In his career, Walford has caught 70 passes for 768 yards (11.0 avg.) and six touchdowns. A South Florida native, he attended Glades Central High School before playing at the University of Miami.
Howard started five games for the Dolphins this season, totaling 17 tackles (12 solo), one interception and four passes defensed. In four seasons with the team, Howard has played in 40 games with 39 starts. He tied for the NFL lead with seven interceptions last year and his 12 interceptions since December 2017 are tied for the most in the NFL in that span. Howard originally entered the NFL as a second-round pick (38th overall) by the Dolphins in the 2016 NFL draft.
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| Clive Walford |
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6-4 |
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10/1/91 |
5 |
Miami (FL) ’15 |
Belle Glade, Fla. |
FA, ‘19 |
Miami Dolphins awarded Crawford off waivers
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October 29, 2019
Miami Dolphins awarded Crawford off waivers
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have been awarded cornerback Xavier Crawford off waivers from Houston and released tight end Nick O’Leary.
Crawford has played in four NFL games with the Texans, totaling two special teams tackles (one solo). He entered the NFL as a sixth-round pick (195th overall) by Houston in the 2019 NFL draft. Crawford was a first-team All-Mid-American Conference selection as a senior at Central Michigan in 2018. He transferred from Oregon State following the 2017 season and was a Freshman All-American for the Beavers in 2016.
O’Leary played in 19 games with nine starts over the past two seasons (2018-19) with Miami. He originally joined the Dolphins on the practice squad on Sept. 20, 2018 before being promoted to the active roster on Oct. 6, 2018. He caught 12 passes for 123 yards (10.3 avg.) and one touchdown during his Dolphins tenure. O’Leary originally entered the NFL as a sixth-round pick (194th overall) by Buffalo in the 2015 NFL draft and has played in 54 NFL games in his career.
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| Xavier Crawford |
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12/10/95 |
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Central Michigan ’19 |
Pittsburg, Calif. |
Wai., ’19 (Hou.) |
Miami Dolphins make trade with Rams
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October 29, 2019
Miami Dolphins make trade with Rams
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have acquired cornerback Aqib Talib and an undisclosed draft pick from the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for an undisclosed draft pick. The Rams placed Talib on injured reserve on Oct. 16, 2019.
Talib is a five-time Pro Bowl cornerback (2013-17) and earned first-team All-Pro honors in 2016. He has played in 148 career games with 134 starts, totaling 459 tackles (382 solo), one sack, 35 interceptions, 125 passes defensed, five forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries. Talib has played for Tampa Bay (2008-12), New England (2012-13), Denver (2014-17) and the Rams (2018-19) in his 12-year career. He originally entered the NFL as a first-round pick (20th overall) by Tampa Bay in the 2008 NFL draft.
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| Aqib Talib |
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2/13/86 |
12 |
Kansas ’08 |
Richardson, Texas |
T, ’19 (LAR) |
Miami Dolphins Celebrate Fantennial Weekend
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October 29, 2019
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Miami Dolphins Celebrate Fantennial Weekend
MIAMI GARDENS, FL. – In celebration of the NFL’s 100th season, join the Miami Dolphins as they will host Fantennial Weekend, with activities to honor the proud tradition of the league and franchise.
On Friday, Nov. 1, the Dolphins will participate in the Edison vs. Northwestern High School Football game at Traz Powell Stadium. Earlier this year, the Dolphins, along with Baptist Health South Florida, donated new equipment to Miami Edison after a field house fire damaged essential items. Dolphins cheer and mascot T.D. will be in attendance to sign autographs and take photos. This is a continuation of the Junior Dolphins program, which encourages youth players and coaches to teach, learn and play football in a fun and safe environment. The Junior Dolphins program is designed to give kids access to learn the fundamentals of football using the NFL’s top resources. To grow the game, the Junior Dolphins program will work to educate coaches, parents and youth on the health and safety of football with a strong emphasis on character development. Junior Dolphins is building the next generation of Dolphins Fans.
On Saturday, November 2nd fans will gather at Hard Rock Stadium from 12-4 p.m. for the Fantennial Celebration presented by Pepsi. The event is free and open to all fans and will include the opportunity to take photos with the authentic Hall of Fame busts of all 10 Miami Dolphins Hall of Fame inductees, alumni autographs, cheerleader performances, kids activities, food trucks, a garage sale benefitting the Miami Dolphins Foundation and an open call audition for National Anthem Performers.
Fans at the Fantennial Celebration presented by Pepsi also will have the opportunity to participate in a #DolphinsHuddleFor100 service project. The NFL has invited fans, players, clubs and employees to join Huddle for 100, an effort to inspire 1 million people to volunteer 100 minutes of their time to make meaningful contributions to their communities. These activities connect to the Dolphins initiative to level the playing field through the power of teamwork to inspire a healthier, more educated and united South Florida community. For more information on the NFL Huddle and to see volunteer opportunities with the Dolphins, visit https://www.miamidolphins.com/community/specialteams.
Later on Saturday evening, the Dolphins will participate in the “Muck Bowl” featuring Pahokee High School vs. Glades Central Community High School as part of “The Audible: Football Fridays.” The Dolphins will incorporate an on-site live pre-game show with alumni and giveaways.
The weekend culminates on Sunday with the Jets vs. Dolphins game presented by Hard Rock Hotel. During the game, the Dolphins will unveil the Dolphins Greatest Moment as voted on by fans.
For more details, please visit www.dolphins.com/NFL100
Miami Dolphins activate Nkemdiche
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October 28, 2019
Miami Dolphins activate Nkemdiche
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have activated defensive tackle Robert Nkemdiche off the physically unable to perform list.
Nkemdiche joined the Dolphins on Aug. 8, 2019 after playing 27 games with six starts for Arizona over the past three seasons (2016-18). He has 44 career tackles (26 solo), 4.5 sacks, two passes defensed, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery. Nkemdiche originally entered the NFL as a first-round pick (29th overall) by Arizona in the 2016 NFL draft.
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Mississippi ’16 |
Loganville, Ga. |
FA, ‘19 |
Miami Dolphins make trade with Cardinals
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October 28, 2019
Miami Dolphins make trade with Cardinals
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have acquired a conditional 2020 draft pick from Arizona in exchange for running back Kenyan Drake.
Drake was a third-round pick (73rd overall) by Miami in the 2016 NFL draft. During his three-plus seasons with the Dolphins, Drake played in 54 games with 16 starts and totaled 333 carries for 1,532 yards (4.6 avg.) and nine touchdowns. He also had 116 receptions for 936 yards (8.1 avg.) and six touchdowns.
