Miami Dolphins sign Bonds to futures contract
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January 26, 2021
Miami Dolphins sign Bonds to futures contract
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced that they have signed cornerback Terrell Bonds to a reserve/futures contract.
Bonds played in four games with one start for Baltimore in 2020, totaling five solo tackles and one solo special teams stop. He spent the entire 2019 season on Baltimore’s practice squad and also played for the Memphis Express of the Alliance of American Football in the spring of 2019. A Miami native, Bonds was a four-year letterwinner at Tennessee State (2014-17). He attended Miami Central Senior High School, where he helped the Rockets win the 2013 Class 6A FHSAA state championship as a senior.
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| Terrell Bonds |
CB |
5-8 |
182 |
7/22/96 |
2 |
Tennessee St. ’18 |
Miami, Fla. |
FA, ‘21 |
Miami Dolphins make changes to coaching staff
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January 23, 2021
Miami Dolphins make changes to coaching staff
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced that they have named Charlie Frye quarterbacks coach. The team has parted ways with quarterbacks coach Robby Brown.
Frye joins the Dolphins after spending the past two seasons (2019-20) as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Central Michigan. In 2020, Frye led a Chippewas offense that finished third in the Mid-American Conference in rushing (218.2 yards per game). In his first season as offensive coordinator in 2019, he helped Central Michigan win the MAC West Division and lead the conference with 6,070 total yards. Frye played five seasons in the NFL for Cleveland (2005-07), Seattle (2008) and Oakland (2009) and started 23 games at quarterback.
Brown was hired as Miami’s quarterbacks coach in 2020 after spending the 2019 season at West Virginia, where he was special assistant to the head coach and senior offensive analyst. Brown also spent four seasons with the New York Jets (2015-18) where he served as an offensive quality control coach (2015-16) and defensive assistant (2017-18).
Miami Dolphins make changes to coaching staff
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January 19, 2021
Miami Dolphins make changes to coaching staff
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced that they have promoted Lemuel Jeanpierre to offensive line coach. The team has parted ways with offensive line coach Steve Marshall.
Jeanpierre (pronounced leh-mew-ELL zhon-pee-AIR) just finished his first season with the Dolphins as assistant offensive line coach. He joined Miami following two seasons (2018-19) as an assistant offensive line coach for Oakland. Jeanpierre began his coaching career as an offensive assistant for Seattle in 2017. He played six NFL seasons with Seattle (2010-15), helping the Seahawks win Super Bowl XLVIII. He also spent time as a player with Kansas City (2010) and Detroit (2016).
Marshall joined the Dolphins for the 2020 season, his 11th as an NFL coach. He came to Miami after serving as the offensive line coach for the Memphis Express of the Alliance of American Football in 2019. Marshall had NFL experience coaching for the N.Y. Jets (2015-17), Green Bay (2014), Cleveland (2007-08) and Houston (2002-05). He’s made 12 stops at college programs, with his most recent NCAA stint coming at New Mexico State in 2013.
Miami Dolphins Social Impact Committee and Lennar Foundation Join to Sponsor Florida Memorial University Certificate Program in Construction Trades
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January 14, 2021
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Miami Dolphins Social Impact Committee and Lennar Foundation Join to Sponsor Florida Memorial University Certificate Program in Construction Trades
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins Social Impact Committee announced that they have joined the Lennar Foundation to fund Florida Memorial University’s Certificate Program in Construction Trades. This program, the first of its kind at a Historically Black College in Florida, will play a key role in economic empowerment by providing equitable access for minorities in South Florida through employment in the construction business. Tuition, along with meals and transportation, will be free for all participants in this 12-month certification program. The donation is in collaboration with Miami Dolphins players, the organization, the Lennar Foundation and a NFL Foundation social justice grant. Participants can register for the program at www.fmuniv.edu/trade.
“We are excited to partner with the Miami Dolphins Social Impact Committee and Lennar Foundation to launch the FMU Construction Trades Certificate Program,” said Dr. Jaffus Hardrick, President, Florida Memorial University. “This program will provide residents in underserved communities throughout Miami-Dade, Miami Gardens and Opa Locka the opportunity to develop career skills to help fill the talent gaps in the construction industry.”
FMU’s Certificate Program in Construction Trades will work with the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) and Associated Builders and Contractors Institute (ABC) to develop curriculum, lab material, transportation, and industry-recognized credentials. Upon completion of the program, participants will have the ability to receive several certifications including OSHA 10, NCCER Blue Card, NCCER Level 1 and a Program Completion Certificate from ABC will receive a certification in an Electrical, HVAC or Plumbing trade.
“The thing I love about this program is that it gives people an opportunity, and in some cases, a second chance,” said Dolphins player Patrick Laird. “Most people want a job and the ability to provide for themselves, not a handout. This program can give someone a great start to a lifelong career where they can become their own boss.”
“In many parts of America, people aren’t afforded the opportunity to grow up in neighborhoods with well-funded school, effective after school programs, or economic opportunities,” said Dolphins player Byron Jones. “This program fills the gap that many people of underserved communities fall into. Whether you’re a high school dropout or have a criminal history, this program gives people a chance to develop career skills that will change their lives for the better.”
“The Lennar Foundation is honored to partner with the Miami Dolphins Social Impact Committee in sponsoring the Residential Construction Skills Certification Program at Florida Memorial University. We know that such training can not only lead to a career that averages compensation of over $51,000 a year but can also lead to owning one’s own company. Many of Lennar’s current Trade Partners started as skilled laborers themselves.” noted Marshall Ames, Chairman of the Lennar Foundation.
The Miami Dolphins Social Impact Committee was formed by players to positively impact civic engagement, education and economic empowerment. Previously, the committee donated $100,000 to the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition Fines and Fees program, which assists returning citizens who have outstanding fees to complete their sentences and become eligible to vote. In addition, the committee gave $300,000 to public schools in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties to bridge the digital divide and assist with wireless technology for underserved students.
Miami Dolphins sign Scarlett to futures contract
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January 12, 2021
Miami Dolphins sign Scarlett to futures contract
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have signed running back Jordan Scarlett to a reserve/futures contract.
Scarlett played in nine games with Carolina in 2019, totaling four carries for nine yards (2.3 avg.) and one solo special teams tackle. He originally entered the NFL as a fifth-round pick (154th overall) by Carolina in the 2019 NFL draft. Scarlett spent part of the 2020 season on Detroit’s practice squad. Prior to entering the NFL, he played collegiately at Florida. A Fort Lauderdale, Florida native, Scarlett attended St. Thomas Aquinas and University School.
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RB |
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2/9/96 |
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Florida ’19 |
Fort Lauderdale, Fla. |
FA, ‘21 |
Miami Dolphins sign Merritt to futures contract
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January 7, 2021
Miami Dolphins sign Merritt to futures contract
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have signed wide receiver Kirk Merritt to a reserve/futures contract.
Merritt made his NFL debut on Nov. 8, 2020 at Arizona but did not record any statistics. He spent the rest of the season on Miami’s practice squad after originally entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Dolphins on April 29, 2020. Merritt earned first-team All-Sun Belt honors as a junior (2018) and senior (2019) at Arkansas State and led the conference in receptions (83) and receiving yards (1,005) in 2018.
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Arkansas State ’20 |
Destrehan, La. |
FA, ‘20 |
Miami Dolphins mutually part ways with Hobby
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January 7, 2021
Miami Dolphins mutually part ways with Hobby
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced that they have mutually parted ways with defensive line coach Marion Hobby.
Hobby just finished his second season with the Dolphins and his sixth as an NFL coach. He also spent time with Jacksonville (2017-18) and New Orleans (2006-07). Prior to joining the Jaguars in 2017, Hobby spent six seasons (2011-16) at Clemson as the team’s co-defensive coordinator and defensive ends coach.
Miami Dolphins announce Gailey’s resignation
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January 6, 2021
Miami Dolphins announce Gailey’s resignation
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced that offensive coordinator Chan Gailey has resigned.
“I want to thank Chan for all of his hard work and dedication in what was a unique year,” Head Coach Brian Flores said. “He played an important role on the staff and in the development of our young roster. I wish him all the best.”
Gailey just finished his 21st season as an NFL coach and his second tenure with the Dolphins. Gailey has also served as head coach for the Buffalo Bills (2010-12), Georgia Tech (2002-07), the Dallas Cowboys (1998-99), Samford University (1993), the Birmingham Fire (1991-92) and Troy State (1983-84).
