Miami Dolphins make roster moves
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August 27, 2019
Miami Dolphins make roster moves
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have released/injury settlement tackle Jordan Mills and tight end Clive Walford.
Mills was signed by the Dolphins on May 9, 2019 after four seasons in Buffalo (2015-18), where he started 53 consecutive games. During his career, Mills has played in 87 career games with 82 starts while also spending time with Chicago (2013-14). He originally entered the NFL as a fifth-round pick (163rd overall) by Chicago in the 2013 NFL draft.
Walford was signed by the Dolphins on March 14, 2019. He’s played in 45 career games with 11 starts over four NFL seasons – three with Oakland (2015-17) and one with the N.Y. Jets (2018). Walford has 70 career receptions for 768 yards (11.0 avg.) and six touchdowns. He originally entered the NFL as a third-round pick (68th overall) by Oakland in the 2015 NFL draft. A native of Belle Glade, Florida, Walford played at the University of Miami and attended Glades Central High School.
Miami Dolphins make roster moves
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August 27, 2019
Miami Dolphins make roster moves
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have waived/injured linebacker Chase Allen and released defensive tackle Akeem Spence.
Allen joined the Dolphins as an undrafted college free agent in 2017 and has played in 21 career games with five starts, totaling 36 tackles (24 solo). He also has seven special teams stops and one special teams forced fumble. He played collegiately at Southern Illinois, where he was a four-year letterman (2013-16) and three-year starter.
Spence joined the Dolphins in a trade from Detroit on May 3, 2018 and started all 16 games for the Dolphins in 2018. During his NFL career, Spence has played in 88 contests with 57 starts, totaling 177 tackles (106 solo), 10.5 sacks, one forced fumble and three fumble recoveries. He spent one season in Detroit (2017) and four in Tampa Bay (2013-16). Spence originally entered the NFL as a fourth-round pick (100th overall) by Tampa Bay in the 2013 NFL draft.
Miami Dolphins waive Holden
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August 26, 2019
Miami Dolphins waive Holden
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have waived offensive lineman Will Holden.
Holden was claimed off waivers by the Dolphins on July 21, 2019. He spent the past two seasons (2017-18) with Arizona, playing in 11 games with seven starts. Holden also spent time on the New Orleans and Indianapolis practice squads in 2018. He originally entered the NFL as a fifth-round pick (157th overall) by Arizona in the 2017 NFL draft.
Miami Dolphins release McDonald
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August 25, 2019
Miami Dolphins release McDonald
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have released safety T.J. McDonald.
McDonald joined the Dolphins as an unrestricted free agent in 2017. In two seasons with the team, he started 22 games and totaled 129 tackles (93 solo), four interceptions, eight passes defensed and one fumble recovery. McDonald has played six NFL seasons, spending his first four years (2013-16) with the Rams. He originally entered the NFL as a third-round pick (71st overall) by the Rams in the 2013 NFL draft.
Miami Dolphins Announce Partnership with Miami-Dade County Public Schools Through Values Matter Miami
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August 23, 2019
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Miami Dolphins Announce Partnership with Miami-Dade County Public Schools Through Values Matter Miami
MIAMI GARDENS – As part of the Miami Dolphins’ educational pillar and its FOOTBALL UNITES™ program, the Miami Dolphins announced a partnership with Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) through Values Matter Miami, a series of initiatives designed to promote education and values among its students. The announcement took place on Friday, Aug. 23 at Miami Carol City Senior High School with M-DCPS Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho, School Board Member Dr. Steve Gallon III, Miami Dolphins Senior Vice President of Communications & Community Affairs Jason Jenkins and Miami Dolphins Alumnus Troy Drayton.
Values Matter Miami is M-DCPS’ exciting values education program. Over the past four years, it has engaged students in actively learning about nine core values, – Respect, Honesty, Kindness, Fairness, Integrity, Citizenship, Cooperation, Responsibility and Pursuit of Excellence – inside and outside of the classroom.
“This partnership is a testament to the commitment of the Miami Dolphins beyond the football field,” Superintendent of Schools Alberto M. Carvalho said. “Values Matter Miami, which promotes and recognizes exemplary behavior, is part of our ongoing effort to empower students to make positive decisions based on core values, enabling them to make lasting contributions to our community.”
As part of the partnership, Superintendent Carvalho and the Miami Dolphins created a Values Matter Miami PSA that can be found here. In addition, Miami Dolphins, players, alumni, cheerleaders and staff took part in monthly PSAs, highlighting each value associated with the program. Starting in September, the Dolphins will recognize a student each month that best exemplifies each value in a special ceremony. The Audible: Football Fridays will feature Values Matter Miami when Miami Carol City Senior High School faces off against Deerfield Beach High School at Traz-Powell Stadium, Saturday, August 24. In addition, the Dolphins will partner with M-DCPS on the NFL’s My Cause My Cleats initiative through a special contest with a student designing a special “Values Matter Miami” cleat that will be worn by a Dolphins player against the Philadelphia Eagles on December 1 at Hard Rock Stadium. Lastly, the Dolphins will help sponsor the Values Matter Miami Awards Ceremony in May.
“The Miami Dolphins are proud to strengthen our relationship with M-DCPS by supporting the Values Matter Miami Program to directly impact the students of Miami-Dade County,” Miami Dolphins Senior Vice President of Communications & Community Affairs Jason Jenkins said. “Positive values are paramount to a great educational environment and we wanted to highlight this great program that promotes the great work done every day by students, teachers and administrators.”
These initiatives align with the organization’s goal to level the playing field through the power of teamwork to inspire a healthier, more educated and united South Florida community. Dolphins Chairman of the Board & Managing General Partner Stephen Ross and Dolphins players created the FOOTBALL UNITES™ program as a way to bring positive social change. The Miami Dolphins organization believes it is important to be inclusive of the diversity and aware of the intersections that make up South Florida, uniting groups of different races, genders, sexual orientations, identities, abilities and faiths around the power of football. These programs connect to the NFL’s Inspire Change platform, showcasing the collaborative efforts of players, owners and the league to create positive change in communities across the country and work with RISE – the Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality – to eliminate racial discrimination, champion social justice and improve race relations.
Information on the FOOTBALL UNITES™ program can be found here. To learn more about RISE, visit here.
Miami Dolphins to Host “The Audible: Football Fridays” at Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach High School Football Games for Third Consecutive Year
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August 22, 2019
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Miami Dolphins to Host “The Audible: Football Fridays” at Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach High School Football Games for Third Consecutive Year
Popular Youth Program to Incorporate NFL Initiatives In-Game for the First Time
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they will continue to travel to high school games across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties as part of “The Audible: Football Fridays.” Dolphins alumni Kim Bokamper and Joe Rose will host the 30-minute pregame show for the third consecutive year, promoting high school football in the tri-county area and previewing the upcoming Dolphins game. Viewers can watch the broadcast on Facebook Live, Twitter and YouTube. In addition, the Dolphins will now incorporate signature NFL Community initiatives into the broadcast and games for the first time, including popular programs like My Cause, My Cleats, Salute to Service and Crucial Catch. As part of this NFL collaboration, each team will receive custom shirts and branding prior to the game.
“The Audible: Football Fridays” will kick off on Aug. 24 with Miami Carol City facing off against Deerfield Beach in the first game of the Best of Dade (GMAC) vs. Best of Broward (BCAA) Football Showcase. The game will highlight signature programs for both counties, with the Miami Carol City team receiving co-branded shirts in support of Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ Values Matter initiative and Deerfield Beach receiving co-branded Broward County Athletic Association shirts. The Audible will then travel to St. Thomas Aquinas as they take on Bergen Catholic (NJ) in “Football Fridays” first ever national game on Aug. 31. Week three will see Miami Carol City playing against Miami Central on Sept. 6.and week four will feature University School at Western. Future games will be determined at a later date.
“’The Audible: Football Fridays’ is another great Junior Dolphins initiative that showcases South Florida coaches and players in partnership with the Broward County Athletic Association, Greater Miami Athletic Conference and Palm Beach County Sports Commission,” Miami Dolphins Senior Vice President of Communications and Community Affairs Jason Jenkins said. “We’re also excited to expand the NFL Community campaigns to the high school level this season and continue to champion these meaningful causes.”
“The Broward County Athletic Association is proud of our partnership with the Miami Dolphins. Together, we are creating an opportunity to reemphasize the importance of sportsmanship while showcasing the phenomenal football players, teams and coaches within the South Florida area. ‘The Audible’ is just another example of the innovative partnership that we have built over the past decade,” Broward County Public Schools Director of Athletics and Student Activities Shawn Cerra said.
“Miami Dade County Public Schools is pleased to continue collaborating with the Miami Dolphins organization to create a platform to showcase our students and exemplary programs,” Miami-Dade County Public Schools Assistant Superintendent Steffond Cone said. “’The “Audible’ affords the opportunity build students’ character and highlight their rich athletic talents.”
The Junior Dolphins program 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.
Miami Dolphins sign Grant to contract extension
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August 21, 2019
Miami Dolphins sign Grant to contract extension
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have signed wide receiver Jakeem Grant to a contract extension through the 2023 season.
Grant has played in 42 career games with two starts in three seasons (2016-18) with the Dolphins. He has totaled 34 receptions for 471 yards (13.9 avg.) and four touchdowns along with five carries for 18 yards (3.6 avg.). Grant has also returned 58 kickoffs for 1,453 yards (25.1 avg.) and one touchdown, and 59 punts for 583 yards (9.9 avg.) and two touchdowns. His three special teams return touchdowns are tied for the most in team history. Grant was originally a sixth-round pick (186th overall) by Miami in the 2016 NFL draft.
Miami Dolphins sign Rahming
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August 20, 2019
Miami Dolphins sign Rahming
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have signed wide receiver T.J. Rahming and waived/injured wide receiver Saeed Blacknall.
Rahming entered the NFL as an undrafted college free agent with Washington on April 30, 2019 before being waived on Aug. 11, 2019. He played in one preseason game with one reception for 6 yards. Rahming played collegiately at Duke, where he played in 50 career games and caught 253 passes for 2,919 yards (11.5 avg.) and 13 touchdowns. He earned third-team All-ACC honors as a senior in 2018.
Blacknall signed with the Dolphins on July 19, 2019. He played in one preseason game with one reception for 14 yards. Blacknall spent the 2018 season with Oakland, where he played in one regular-season game. He originally entered the NFL as an undrafted college free agent with the Raiders on May 4, 2018 and played collegiately at Penn State.
| Name |
Pos. |
Hgt. |
Wgt. |
Birthdate |
Exp. |
College |
Hometown |
Acq. |
| T.J. Rahming |
WR |
5-10 |
170 |
1/10/97 |
R |
Duke ’19 |
Powder Springs, Ga. |
FA, ‘19 |
