The Miami Dolphins are a professional American football team that have been a part of the NFL since 1966. Throughout their history, they have been one of the most successful teams in the AFC East division and earned two Super Bowl championships in 1972 and 1973. The team plays its home games at Hard Rock Stadium located in northern suburb of Miami Gardens, Florida where fans can experience thrilling Dolphin action each Sunday during season time. Currently owned by Stephen M Ross, this iconic franchise has given many moments to cherish for life over decades with both individual players as well as collective success on field.
1. Dan Marino
Quarterback
Career
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1984)
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1984)
- NFL Comeback Player of the Year (1994)
- Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (1998)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1984–1986)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1983, 1994, 1995)
- 9× Pro Bowl (1983–1987, 1991, 1992, 1994, 1995)
- 5× NFL passing yards leader (1984–1986, 1988, 1992)
- 3× NFL passing touchdowns leader (1984–1986)
- NFL passer rating leader (1984)
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1983)
- George Halas Award (1995)
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
- Miami Dolphins No. 13 retired
- Bert Bell Award (1984)
- First-team All-American (1981)
- Pittsburgh Panthers No. 13 retired
Dan Marino is a retired professional American football quarterback who played his entire career with the Miami Dolphins. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2000 and is also a three-time Super Bowl champion (1985, 1987, and 1995).
Born on September 15, 1961, Marino attended Central Catholic High School in Pittsburgh before playing college football at Pitt. After being selected by the Miami Dolphins with the 27th overall pick in the 1983 NFL Draft, he spent 14 seasons as their starting quarterback.
In total, he completed 5236 passes for 46000 yards and 309 touchdowns while leading his team to 9 division titles and 4 conference championships. 3. Following his retirement from playing in 1999, Dan Marino became an advisor for the Miami Dolphins organization.
His work focuses on developing young players within the team's system and aiding them on their way to becoming successful pros themselves Dan Marino is one of the most decorated quarterbacks in NFL history.
He was a 3-time First-team All-Pro and 5x Pro Bowl selection, as well as a leader on both sides of the ball. In 1984, he led the Dolphins to their first-ever Super Bowl championship.
His MVP performance that year helped cement his legacy as one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history. After retiring from football following the 1987 season, Marino became an executive with Miami Dolphins where he continues to serve today.
Also Played For: 1983 nfl draft, pittsburgh panthers football
2. Jason Taylor
Defensive end
Career
- NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2006)
- Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (2007)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2000, 2002, 2006)
- Second-team All-Pro (2001)
- 6× Pro Bowl (2000, 2002, 2004–2007)
- NFL forced fumbles leader (2006)
- NFL sacks leader (2002)
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1997)
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
- 2× First-team All-MAC (1995, 1996)
Jason Taylor was a dominant defensive player in the NFL for many years. He played for three different teams, the Miami Dolphins, Washington Redskins, and now the New York Jets.
Jason is currently an analyst on ESPN's Monday Night Football telecast and has been since 2011. In 2007 he was awarded the Super Bowl XLII MVP award after leading Miami to victory over New England in that year's championship game.
Jason also has two children - a daughter (Jenna) who is also an athlete and a son (Trey) who plays football at Louisiana State University Jason Taylor is a well-known NFL defensive lineman who has played for the Miami Dolphins, New York Jets, and now the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Jason Taylor was born in Daytona Beach, Florida on February 8th, 1982. After playing college football at St Thomas Aquinas HS in Fort Lauderdale, Jason was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 2000 with their first pick (6th overall).
His rookie season saw him make 4 Pro Bowls and be named to the All-Rookie team as he helped lead the Dolphins to their first playoff appearance since 1996.
In 2002 his performance improved even more as he made 7 Pro Bowls and won Defensive Player of The Year honors from both ESPN & Sports Illustrated magazine despite only starting 10 games that year due to injury concerns (he finished 2nd in voting behind Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis).
Jason finally win his 1st Super Bowl title after leading all defenders with 11 sacks during Miami’s undefeated regular season campaign which culminated in a 34–7 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles at Dolphin Stadium – one of the greatest upsets ever in American sports history.
Having retired following the 2012 season aged 36 years old, Jason currently serves as an analyst for Buccaneer TV broadcasts alongside former teammates.
Warren Sapp and Derrick Brooks while also coaching high school football full-time near his hometown of Daytona Beach - proving that there’s always room for another great ‘JT’ story coming up soon.
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3. Larry Csonka
Running back
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VII, VIII)
- Super Bowl MVP (VIII)
- NFL Comeback Player of the Year (1979)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1971, 1973)
- Second-team All-Pro (1972)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1970–1974)
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
- Miami Dolphins No. 39 retired
- 2× First-team All-American (1966, 1967)
- Syracuse Orange No. 39 retired
A fullback for the Miami Dolphins from 1968-1974, Larry Csonka was one of the most respected players in NFL history. A three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro, Csonka helped lead his teams to victory on a regular basis.
After retiring as a player, he served as an assistant coach with the Miami Dolphins and New York Giants before coaching at Boston College (1981–1989).
In 1999, he was voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame by his peers. Larry Csonka was a Hall of Fame running back who played for the Miami Dolphins and Syracuse Orange.
He won two Super Bowls with the Dolphins, as well as MVP honors in both contests. Csonka also earned first-team All-Pro recognition six times and second-team accolades twice during his career.
In 1999 he was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, where he currently resides alongside such luminaries as Jerry Rice and John Elway.
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4. Bob Griese
Quarterback
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VII, VIII)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1971, 1977)
- 6× Pro Bowl (1970, 1971, 1973, 1974, 1977, 1978)
- NFL passing touchdowns leader (1977)
- NFL completion percentage leader (1978)
- 2× AFL All-Star (1967, 1968)
- Bert Bell Award (1977)
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
- Miami Dolphins No. 12 retired
- Sammy Baugh Trophy (1966)
- Big 10 Player of the Year (1966)
- Consensus All-American (1965)
Bob Griese was a starting quarterback for the Miami Dolphins from 1967 to 1980. He is best known for leading Miami to two Super Bowl titles, in 1972 and 1973.
Griese also played for the Indianapolis Colts (1981–1983) and the Cincinnati Bengals (1984). In 1999, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Bob Griese retired from professional football in 1980 after finishing his ninth season with the Miami Dolphins.
Bob Griese was a two-time Super Bowl champion and six-time Pro Bowler with the Miami Dolphins. He led the NFL in passing touchdowns in 1977 and was also named an AFL All-Star.
Griese is most famous for his time spent with the Dolphins, where he helped lead them to consecutive championships in 1972 and 1973.
After retiring from football, Griese became a broadcaster for both ESPN and ABC Radio Networks before passing away at the age of 70 in December 2014.
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5. Jaylen Waddle
Wide receiver
Career
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2021)
- CFP national champion (2020)
- SEC Special Teams Player of the Year (2019)
- SEC Freshman of the Year (2018)
- First-team All-SEC (2019)
- Second-team All-SEC (2020)
Jaylen Waddle was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft. Jaylen has played for Alabama during his college career and is now a member of the Miami Dolphins.
He primarily plays as a wide receiver but also has experience at a cornerback and punt returner. Jaylen has caught 58 passes for 839 yards and four touchdowns in his three-year career with the Dolphins thus far.
Jaylen Waddle was one of the most successful college football players in recent memory, winning a national championship and being named an All-American. He entered the NFL as a rookie with high expectations and had an impressive start to his career, recording 104 receptions for 14 touchdowns through 16 games.
Waddle's production has slowed down recently but he is still a valuable asset on offense for any team looking for someone to catch passes from their starting quarterback.
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6. Zac Thomas
Linebacker
Career
- 5× First-team All-Pro (1998, 1999, 2002, 2003, 2006)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2001, 2005)
- 7× Pro Bowl (1999–2003, 2005, 2006)
- 2× NFL Alumni Linebacker of the Year (1998, 2006)
- 2× NFL tackles leader (2002, 2006)
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1996)
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
- Unanimous All-American (1995)
- Second-team All-American (1994)
Zach Thomas was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 1996 and played for them from 1996-2007. He signed with the Dallas Cowboys after his release from the Miami Dolphins and played for them from 2008-2009.
Zac Thomas spent a year with the Kansas City Chiefs before retiring in 2009. Zac Thomas is a 7-time Pro Bowler and 2-time NFL Alumni Linebacker of the Year. He was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the third round of the 1996 draft and spent his entire career with them.
Thomas had an outstanding career as a run defender, recording 1,720 tackles, 20.5 sacks, two interceptions, and seven Pro Bowl appearances throughout it all.
After hanging up his cleats following the 2006 season, he became an analyst for CBS Sports Network covering NFL games pregame show coverage on Sundays from 2007 to 2013 before retiring completely in 2014 at age 39 years old.
Due to health concerns related to numerous concussions he sustained during his playing days (he has since been diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy).
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7. Tua Tagovailoa
Quarterback
Career
- CFP national champion (2017)
- CFP National Championship Offensive MVP (2017)
- Orange Bowl Offensive MVP (2018)
- Maxwell Award (2018)
- Walter Camp Award (2018)
- Sporting News College Football Player of the Year (2018)
- Consensus All-American (2018)
- SEC Offensive Player of the Year (2018)
- First-team All-SEC (2018)
- Second-team All-SEC (2019)
Tua Tagovailoa is a quarterback for the Miami Dolphins. He was drafted in 2020 and has been with the team since then. Tua is known for his strong throwing arm, which has led to him being labeled as one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL.
In 2019, he helped lead Alabama to an undefeated season and their first national championship in over 30 years. Tagovailoa also played on Team USA at the World Cup of Football in Russia this year, where they reached the quarterfinals before losing to Croatia.
Outside of football, Tagovailoa enjoys playing golf and surfing; he has even won multiple awards for both pursuits during his career so far. Tua Tagovailoa is a three-time CFP National Champion and Orange Bowl Offensive MVP in 2018.
Tua was also named the SEC Offensive Player of the Year in 2018, becoming just the fourth player ever to win both awards in the same season.
He was also the consensus first-team All-American for 2018 and became only the sixth player ever to be awarded unanimous first-team honors from all four major selectors (Associated Press, American Football Coaches Association, College Football Writers Association of America, Sporting News).
During his final collegiate season at Alabama, he passed for 8,015 yards with a 65% completion percentage while leading.
Tide to an undefeated campaign and a berth in yet another national championship game against Georgia which they won 41–14 as Tua accounted for 373 combined rushing/passing yards on 36 attempts with 3 touchdowns through the air alone.
8. Dwight Stephenson
Offensive lineman
Career
- NFL Man of the Year (1985)
- 4× First-team All-Pro (1984–1987)
- Second-team All-Pro (1983)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1983–1987)
- NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll (1994)
- 2× National champion (1978, 1979)
- 2× Second-team All-American (1978, 1979)
Dwight Stephenson was a center for the Miami Dolphins from 1980 to 1988. He helped lead the team to two Super Bowl appearances, one in 1983 and another in 1984.
After leaving the NFL, Stephenson became a football coach at Hampton High School in Hampton, Virginia. He has been there since 1995 and currently holds the title of head coach.
Dwight Stephenson is also known for his charity work; he has raised money for organizations like Prostate Cancer Foundation and Special Olympics Florida. Stephenson was one of the greatest offensive linemen in NFL history.
He was a four-time first-team All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowler, winning two national championships with the Miami Dolphins.
Stephenson is also notable for his work as an ambassador for children's charities, helping to raise money and awareness for several causes during his lengthy career in professional football.
After retiring from playing football, Stephenson became a television analyst and served as president of the Professional Football Writers Association (PFWA) before passing away in 2016 at the age of 78 years old.
9. Jerome Baker
Linebacker
Career
- Miami Dolphins (2018–present)
Jerome Baker is a linebacker for the Miami Dolphins and was drafted in the 2018 NFL Draft. He attended Cleveland Benedictine High School, where he played football and basketball.
After playing college ball at Ohio State, Baker was selected by the Dolphins with their third-round pick in 2018. In his rookie season, Jerome Baker made seven tackles in a reserve role on defense during 10 games played throughout the regular season and playoffs.
In 2019, Jerome Baker started all 16 games at middle linebacker for Miami and finished as one of the team's top performers statistically recording 115 total tackles (71 solos), six sacks, an interception returned for a touchdown, two forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, and four pass deflections among others accolades.
(*Stats from Pro Football Focus) Jerome Baker was drafted in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft by the Miami Dolphins. He made an immediate impact on defense for Miami, recording 494 tackles and 21 sacks over his rookie season.
His success earned him a spot on the All-Pro team as well as Pro Bowl inclusion in 2019 and 2020.
Jerome Baker is coming off another outstanding year with 580 total tackles and 8 forced fumbles through 16 games played this season.
The talented linebacker has all of the tools to be one of the best defenders in the league for years to come - he's incredibly durable, aggressive, and knows how to make plays against both run and pass offenses.
10. Xavien Howard
Cornerback
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2020)
- Second-team All-Pro (2018)
- 4× Pro Bowl (2018, 2020–2022)
- 2× NFL interceptions leader (2018, 2020)
- First team All-Big 12 (2015)
Xavien Howard was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He has played for both the Dolphins and Baltimore Ravens during his career to date.
Howard is considered one of the top cornerbacks in the league and has been a key part of several successful teams throughout his tenure thus far.
His aggressive play on defense often forces opposing quarterbacks to make difficult throws, which he usually manages to intercept or break up into long gains for his team's offense.
Howard is married with two young children and enjoys spending time outdoors playing sports as well as cooking meals for family and friends back at home. Xavien Howard is a versatile defensive back who has been able to play both cornerback and safety in the NFL.
In 2018, he was named to his first-ever Pro Bowl after recording four interceptions and 77 pass deflections.
He also earned Second-team All-Pro honors in 2020 and was selected to the 2019 Pro Bowl but did not participate due to injury. Howard originally played college football at Florida State before being drafted by the Houston Texans in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft.
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11. Mark Duper
Career
- First-team All-Pro (1984)
- Second-team All-Pro (1983)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1983, 1984, 1986)
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
Duper was a highly productive wide receiver in the NFL, racking up over 1,000 yards and 10 touchdowns during his career. He began his professional football career with the Miami Dolphins, where he played for eight seasons before retiring from the league in 1992.
Duper later spent two years playing for the Miami Hooters of the now-defunct World League of American Football (WLAF). Mark is currently a color commentator for Louisiana State University's Tiger basketball team on LSUsports.netTV broadcasts.
Duper was a prolific NFL receiver who had an impressive career spanning from the early 1980s to the late 1990s.
He made three Pro Bowl appearances and was named First-Team All-Pro in 1984. Duper also played for the Miami Dolphins, where he won two Super Bowl rings.
After retiring as a player, Mark became an analyst for ESPN and FOX Sports 1 as well as a football commentator on local radio broadcasts across America.
12. Cameron Wake
Defensive end
Career
- 2× CFL All-Star (2007, 2008)
- 2× CFL West Division All-Star (2007, 2008)
- 2× CFL Most Outstanding Defensive Player (2007, 2008)
- 2× Norm Fieldgate Trophy (2007, 2008)
- Jackie Parker Trophy (2007)
- CFL Most Outstanding Rookie (2007)
- CFL All-Decade Team (2000s)
Wake is a defensive end who has played for the Miami Dolphins since 2009. He was drafted by the New York Giants in 2005 but did not sign with them and instead went to Penn State.
Wake made his professional debut with the BC Lions in 2007 and then spent two seasons with the Miami Dolphins before signing a five-year contract extension with them in 2013. In 2018, Wake announced his retirement from professional football after 15 years of playing professionally.
Cameron Wake is a talented defensive end who has spent his entire eleven-year career with the Miami Dolphins. He has been an All-Pro three times and was named the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year in 2012.
Wake was signed by the Titans as a free agent this offseason, and he will likely be used as a pass rusher on defense.
13. Larry Little
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VII, VIII)
- 5× First-team All-Pro (1971–1975)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1977, 1978)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1969, 1971–1974)
- NFL 1970s All-Decade Team
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
- MEAC Coach of the Year (1984)
Little played in the NFL for 10 seasons, all with the Miami Dolphins. He was a two-time All-Pro selection and helped lead the team to its first Super Bowl appearance in 1980.
Little is also notable for his work as an assistant coach with the Chargers and Dolphins after retiring from playing football. In September 2017, Little announced that he had been diagnosed with lung cancer and would be taking a leave of absence from coaching duties to fight the disease.
Larry Little was a highly successful coach in the NFL, winning two Super Bowls and five Pro Bowls. He also had a lengthy coaching career at Bethune–Cookman before moving on to Ohio Glory, North Carolina Central, and Miami Dolphins.
Larry Little is remembered for his innovative offensive schemes, which helped him lead his teams to success both in the regular season and during playoff games.
14. Andrew Van Ginkel
Linebacker
Career
- South Dakota (2014–2015)
- Iowa Western (2016)
- Wisconsin (2017–2018)
Van Ginkel attended Rock Valley High School in Rock Valley, Iowa. He played college football at South Dakota and Iowa Western before being drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 2019.
Van Ginkel has been a starter for each of his first three NFL seasons, recording 158 tackles and two interceptions. Andrew Van Ginkel was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft.
He played college football at Iowa and was a Third-team All-Big Ten selection in 2018. Van Ginkel has 163 tackles, 10.5 sacks, 4 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, and 1 interception in his career up to this point with the Dolphins.
15. Christian Wilkins
Defensive tackle
Career
- 2× CFP national champion (2016, 2018)
- William V. Campbell Trophy (2018)
- Bill Willis Trophy (2017)
- Unanimous All-American (2018)
- 2× First-team All-American (2016, 2017)
- 2× First-team All-ACC (2017, 2018)
- Second-team All-ACC (2016)
Christian Wilkins is a defensive end for the Miami Dolphins and entered the NFL draft in 2019. He played college football at Clemson and was drafted by the Dolphins with their first pick that year.
Christian has amassed over 100 tackles, 17 sacks, four interceptions, two forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, and one touchdown during his career thus far. Christian Wilkins is a two-time CFP national champion and unanimous All-American.
He was also named to the First-team All-ACC in 2017 and 2018. Christian Wilkins enjoyed a successful career in the NFL, playing for the Carolina Panthers from 2020 until 2022. During that time he earned 273 tackles, 10.5 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, 4 fumble recoveries, and 13 pass deflections.
Christian Wilkins will be remembered as one of the best interior defensive players in NCAA history and his achievements at Clemson will always be remembered fondly by Tigers fans.
Also Played For: clemson university, defensive end
16. A. J. Duhe
Linebacker
Career
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (1977)
- Pro Bowl (1984)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1977)
Duhe was a member of the Miami Dolphins from 1977 to 1984. He played in 110 games and recorded 57 tackles, 3 sacks, and 2 interceptions. Duhe is best known for his time with the Dolphins, where he helped lead them to two Super Bowl victories (1983 and 1985).
After retiring from football, Duhe started a successful business career. Today, he is still active in sports broadcasting and works as an analyst for NFL on CBS broadcasts.
Duhe has been married to his wife JoAnn since 1978 and they have four children together: Rachelle, AJ Jr., Aidan, and Aiden Jr.
Duhe was an NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 1977 and Pro Bowler in 1984. He had 8.5 sacks and 3 interceptions during his career with 108 games played.
Duhe is most known for being a part of one of the greatest defenses in NFL history, as he helped lead Pittsburgh to three Super Bowl victories (XIII, XIV, XL).
17. Paul Warfield
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VII, VIII)
- NFL champion (1964)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1971, 1973)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1968, 1970, 1972)
- 8× Pro Bowl (1964, 1968–1974)
- 2× NFL receiving touchdowns leader (1968, 1971)
- NFL 1970s All-Decade Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- Cleveland Browns Ring of Honor
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
- National champion (1961)
- First-team All-American (1963)
- 2× First-team All-Big Ten (1962, 1963)
Paul Warfield was a wide receiver who played in the NFL for 14 seasons. He is best known for his time with the Cleveland Browns, where he became one of the team's leading receivers.
Warfield also had successful stints with the Miami Dolphins and Memphis Southmen during his career. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979.
Paul Warfield passed away on February 8, 2015, at age 80 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease Warfield was a two-time Super Bowl champion and three-time First-team All-Pro.
He also holds the record for NFL receiving touchdowns leader with 68 in 1968 and 71 in 1971. Warfield is a member of the Cleveland Browns Ring of Honor and Miami Dolphins Honor Roll, as well as National champion 1961.
18. Jaelan Phillips
Linebacker
Career
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2021)
- Second-team All-American (2020)
- Second-team All-ACC (2020)
Phillips was a standout linebacker at Redlands East Valley High School. Phillips played college football for UCLA and Miami, where he recorded 47 tackles in 2019 and 2020.
Phillips was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft. Phillips is expected to start from day one on defense for the Dolphins this season.
Phillips was a standout player at the University of Miami, where he amassed 91 tackles and 15.5 sacks in his three seasons as a Hurricane.
Phillips is an excellent fit for the Dolphins' defensive scheme, which emphasizes pressuring the quarterback from the front four. He has proven himself as one of the best young defenders in football and looks primed to have a long career in Miami blue.
19. Nick Buoniconti
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VII, VIII)
- 2× Second-Team All-Pro (1972, 1973)
- 2× Pro Bowl (1972, 1973)
- 5× First-Team All-AFL (1964–1967, 1969)
- 3× Second-Team All-AFL (1962, 1963, 1968)
- 6× AFL All-Star (1963–1967, 1969)
- AFL All-Time Team
- Boston Patriots All-1960s Team
- New England Patriots 35th Anniversary Team
- New England Patriots 50th Anniversary Team
- New England Patriots Hall of Fame
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
- Second-team All-American (1961)
Nick Buoniconti was a linebacker for the Boston Patriots from 1962 to 1968. He played in two Super Bowls with the team and was named MVP of the 1966 game.
After his playing days were over, Nick became an assistant coach with the Patriots and then moved on to other coaching jobs before retiring in 1997. Nick passed away at age 78 after a long battle with lung cancer.
Nick Buoniconti was an NFL linebacker for the Miami Dolphins from 1969 to 1974 and again in 1976. He played on two Super Bowl championship teams and was a Second-Team All-Pro twice.
Nick was born in West Haven, Connecticut, in 1944 and played high school football at Hillhouse High School before going on to play college ball at Boston College.
After his playing career ended, he became a coach with the New England Patriots (1986–1993) and then served as the team's head coach from 1994 until 2001 when they fired him after posting a record of 38–46 over six seasons.
In 2002, he joined ESPN as an analyst for their Monday Night Football coverage and also worked as a color commentator for select games throughout the league until his retirement in 2014.
20. Tim Foley
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VII, VIII)
- Pro Bowl (1979)
Tim Foley was a very talented cornerback and safety in the NFL. He played for the Miami Dolphins from 1978 to 1984, winning two Super Bowls with them. After his playing days were over, he became a broadcaster for ESPN and Fox Sports 1.
Foley was a key member of the Miami Dolphins' two Super Bowl championships. He also enjoyed success in the Pro Bowl, being named to both squads in 1979. Foley retired from football after the 1980 season and moved on to other pursuits.
21. Sam Madison
Cornerback
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLII)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1999, 2000)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1998, 2001)
- 4× Pro Bowl (1999–2002)
- NFL Interceptions co-leader (1999)
- Louisville Cardinals Ring of Honor
Madison is a former cornerback who played for the Miami Dolphins from 1997 to 2005. He was hired as the cornerbacks' coach with the Miami Dolphins in December 2016.
Prior to that, he served as defensive backs coach with the Giants from 2006 to 2008 and also worked as an assistant special teams coordinator during his time there.
Madison has experience working with both defense and special teams players, which should be helpful given how important those units are for most NFL teams these days.
His coaching experience will give him a good foundation on which to work if he wants to become a head coach in future years Sam Madison started his coaching career as a secondary and cornerbacks coach with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2019.
He was then hired by the Miami Dolphins as their new cornerback's coach and pass game specialist in 2022.
In total, he has coached for 10 seasons which includes three Super Bowl championships (LII, LIV, SB50). Sam Madison is known for his expertise in defending against the pass and helping his players develop into better professionals both on and off the field.
22. Emmanuel Ogbah
Defensive end
Career
- Cleveland Browns (2016–2018)
- Kansas City Chiefs (2019)
- Miami Dolphins (2020–present)
Emmanuel Ogbah was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the 2016 NFL Draft. He played for the Browns from 2016 to 2018, before signing with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2019.
Emmanuel Ogbah is a defensive end who stands at 6 ft 4in (1.93m) and weighs 278lb (126kg).
He has won two Super Bowl titles with the Seattle Seahawks (2017, 2018) and he also represented Nigeria at the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro in 2016 where he helped his team win a bronze medal.
Emmanuel Ogbah is a dominant defensive lineman for the Miami Dolphins. Ogbah was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft, but he never played for them due to off-the-field issues.
The Dolphins signed him as an undrafted free agent and he has been one of their most consistent players since then.
He was named to his first Pro Bowl in 2018 and led all defenders with eight sacks that season. He is coming off an injury-shortened season in which he recorded only two sacks, but should be a key part of Miami's defense moving forward.
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23. Mark Clayton
Wide receiver
Career
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1984, 1985, 1988)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1984–1986, 1988, 1991)
- 2× NFL receiving touchdowns leader (1984, 1988)
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
- Kentucky Pro Football Hall of Fame (2014)
Mark Clayton was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the eighth round of the 1983 NFL Draft. He played for the Miami Dolphins from 1983 to 1992 and then spent time with the Green Bay Packers before retiring in 1993.
Clayton caught 486 passes for 7,808 yards and 57 touchdowns during his career. After retiring from football, Clayton worked as a broadcaster for ESPN until 2006 when he retired again due to health concerns stemming from multiple sclerosis (MS).
In 2007, Mark received an honorary doctorate degree from Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) where he served on their athletics board of directors before passing away at age 59 due to complications with MS in 2018.
Clayton was a three-time second-team All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowler, while he also led the NFL in receiving touchdowns twice.
He played 14 seasons with the Miami Dolphins and retired after the 1995 season. After his playing career ended, Clayton worked as a coach for various high school teams before being inducted into the Kentucky Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014.
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24. Bob Kuechenberg
Guard
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VII, VIII)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1975, 1978)
- Second-team All-Pro (1977)
- 6× Pro Bowl (1974, 1975, 1977, 1978, 1982, 1983)
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
Bob Kuechenberg was a guard who spent his entire career with the Philadelphia Eagles. He played in 69 games and started 36 of them. He made an immediate impact on the Eagles, starting all four of their playoff games that season as they reached Super Bowl VI.
Kuechenberg continued to be a mainstay for the Eagles over the next few seasons, eventually being named to two All-Pro teams and appearing in three more Super Bowls.
In 1978, he was traded to Chicago where he would play the rest of his career, retiring after the 1988 season with five Pro Bowl appearances to his name.
After retirement from football, Bob went into coaching where he worked at several colleges before passing away just shy of 71 years old in 2019 due to complications from Alzheimer's Disease Bob Kuechenberg was a highly successful player in the NFL for over 20 years.
He won two Super Bowls and was named to several All-Pro teams.
Bob was a hard worker who never gave up on himself or his team, even when they were down by multiple scores late in games. He is remembered as one of the most likable players in Dolphins' history and will always be remembered fondly by fans everywhere he played.
25. Tim Bowens
Defensive tackle
Career
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (1994)
- 2× Pro Bowl (1998, 2002)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1994)
Tim Bowens was a defensive tackle for the Miami Dolphins from 1994-2004. He was selected in the first round of the 1994 NFL Draft by the Dolphins and played with them until 2004.
In his 11 seasons with Miami, Bowens recorded 456 tackles, 22 sacks, 3 interceptions and 2 touchdowns. After leaving the NFL, he has since played for various teams around the world including stints in England (2005), Japan (2006–2007), Spain (2008), and Italy (2009).
Tim is married to Tishana and they have two children – son Trey Jr., who plays football at Ole Miss as a linebacker/tight end, and daughter Taryn who attends college nearby at Jackson State University where she is studying kinesiology.
Bowens was one of the most dominant defensive rookies in NFL history, winning NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year honors in 1994.
He also played in two Pro Bowls and was a key part of a Denver Broncos defense that led the league in fewest points allowed for four consecutive seasons (1995-98).
Bowens finished his career with 407 tackles, 22 quarterback sacks, and nine forced fumbles – all impressive numbers for any player but especially so considering he did it while playing on one leg due to an injury sustained during his rookie season.
Tim Bowens is now an analyst for ESPN after retiring from football following the 2002 season.
26. Mike Gesicki
Tight end
Career
- Miami Dolphins (2018–present)
Gesicki attended Manahawkin Southern Regional High School and played tight end for the varsity football team. Gesicki initially enrolled at Penn State, but he was kicked off of the team after getting into a fight with another student.
Gesicki then transferred to Florida Atlantic, where he caught 53 passes for 687 yards and six touchdowns in his final season there.
The Miami Dolphins selected Gesicki in the second round of the 2018 NFL draft, and he has since become one of their starting tight ends.
Mike Gesicki is a Dolphins tight end who was drafted by the team in the second round of the 2018 NFL draft.
He played collegiately at Penn State and caught 226 passes for 2,544 yards and 17 touchdowns during his career. Gesicki has been praised for his outstanding athleticism, which he showcased at the NFL combine where he recorded a 40-yard dash time of 4.54 seconds and a vertical jump of 41 inches.
In addition to being an excellent receiver, Gesicki is also known as one of the best blocking tight ends in the league due to his strong hands and ability to secure tackles near the ground level.
The Miami Dolphins are now counting on Gesicki to help them improve their struggling offense following months of speculation that they would be moving on from quarterback Ryan Tannehill this offseason.
27. Dick Anderson
Defensive back
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VIII, VII)
- NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1973)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1972, 1973)
- Second-team All-Pro (1974)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1972–1974)
- NFL interceptions leader (1973)
- NFL 1970s All-Decade Team
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
- Consensus All-American (1967)
Dick Anderson was a safety in the NFL and played for the Miami Dolphins from 1968-1977. He is best remembered for his spectacular play against the Baltimore Colts in 1970 when he intercepted Johnny Unitas twice and returned one of them for a touchdown.
After retiring as a player, Anderson became an assistant coach with the San Diego Chargers (1978-1984), then served as head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles (1985) before returning to coaching with San Diego again (1986-1990). In 2000, Dick Anderson was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Anderson was a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Miami Dolphins and one of the NFL's top defensive players of the 1970s. Anderson led the NFL in interceptions three times and was also a First-team All-Pro selection in 1972, 1973 and 1974.
After retiring from football, Anderson worked as an analyst for Fox Sports South before passing away at age 73 in 2016.
28. Raheem Mostert
Running back
Career
- Philadelphia Eagles (2015)*
- Miami Dolphins (2015)
- Baltimore Ravens (2015)
- Cleveland Browns (2015)
- New York Jets (2016)*
- Chicago Bears (2016)
- San Francisco 49ers (2016–2021)
- Miami Dolphins (2022–present)
Mostert was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 2015 but did not play a single down for them before being released in August of that year. He then signed with the Miami Dolphins, where he played three seasons before being traded to the Baltimore Ravens at the end of 2017.
Mostert finished his career with the Ravens and retired after the 2018 season. Raheem Mostert was drafted in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers.
He played college football at Notre Dame, where he rushed for 2,027 yards and 20 touchdowns on 210 carries over three seasons.
Mostert is a very versatile running back who can run between the tackles or take it to the outside with his speed and quickness. In his rookie season with the 49ers, Mostert averaged 5 yards per carry and caught 24 passes for 234 yards while also returning eight kicks for 158 yards and one touchdown.
The Niners decided to trade Mostert during this season's offseason, sending him along with a 2019 fourth-round pick to Cleveland in exchange for wide receiver Josh Gordon.
With both Gordon and Carlos Hyde healthy most of 2018, Mostert appeared in just six games - rushing for 54 yards on 11 carries (3 average) - before being waived by Cleveland earlier this month after failing a physical due to an ankle injury sustained last November while playing against Buffalo.
After clearing waivers Tuesday evening, Raheem Mostert will report to New York's practice squad pending a determination on his status as an eligible player who has not been suspended pursuant to Article 46 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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29. Doug Betters
Defensive end
Career
- NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1983)
- First-team All-Pro (1983)
- Pro Bowl (1983)
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
Doug Betters was a defensive end who played for the Miami Dolphins from 1978 to 1987. He started his career with the Dolphins, playing in 78 games and recording 54 tackles, 9 sacks and 2 interceptions.
After leaving the Dolphins, he went on to play for the Seattle Seahawks (1988–1989), San Diego Chargers (1990), and New England Patriots (1991). Doug Betters retired from football in 1992 after playing 11 seasons in the NFL.
In 2006 he was inducted into the Miami Dolphin Hall of Fame alongside Dan Marino and Bob Griese. Doug Betters was a dominant player in the NFL for many years and is still highly respected. He was an All-Pro and Defensive Player of the Year, as well as a Pro Bowl selection.
His 64 sacks are eighth all-time, and his six fumble recoveries rank second all-time. Doug Betters had a long career with multiple teams including Miami Dolphins, Philadelphia Eagles, New England Patriots and Los Angeles Raiders - he was truly one of a kind.
30. Mercury Morris
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VII, VIII)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1971–1973)
- NFL rushing touchdowns leader (1972)
- NFL rushing yards per attempt leader (1973)
- NFL kickoff return yards leader (1969)
- First-team All-American (1968)
Mercury Morris was a running back in the NFL for over 20 years. He is best known for his time with the Miami Dolphins, where he spent 11 seasons and won two Super Bowls.
Morris also played for the San Diego Chargers and Pittsburgh Steelers during his career. He passed away in 2013 at age 75 after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease Mercury Morris was a two-time Super Bowl champion and three-time Pro Bowler.
He is the NFL's all-time leading rusher with 4,133 yards on 544 carries (5.1 avg.) and 31 rushing touchdowns. Mercury also excelled as a kickoff returner, ranking first in the league in 1969 with 1,416 yards on 26 returns (19.4 avg.).
Morris was an All-American at Oklahoma State University before being drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in 1968 where he would spend his entire 10-year career playing for them.
31. Bryan Cox
Linebacker
Career
- New York Jets (2006–2008)
- Assistant defensive line coach
- Cleveland Browns (2009–2010)
- Defensive line coach
- Miami Dolphins (2011)
- Pass rush coach
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2012–2013)
- Defensive line coach
- Atlanta Falcons (2014–2016)
- Defensive line coach
- New York Giants (2022–present)
- Assistant defensive line coach
Cox was an assistant defensive line coach for the New York Giants. Cox played football at Western Illinois and Miami Dolphins before becoming a coach in the NFL.
Cox has worked with some of the top players in the league, including Ndamukong Suh and Eli Manning. Cox is known as a hard worker who loves teaching his players techniques to help them succeed on the field Bryan Cox is a well-known and highly respected coach in the NFL.
He has spent time with the New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, Cleveland Browns, and Miami Dolphins as a defensive line coach. In 2016, he was named assistant defensive line coach for the Giants where he will continue to work with some of the best pass rushers in the league.
32. Chris Chambers
Wide receiver
Career
- Miami Dolphins (2001–2007)
- San Diego Chargers (2007–2009)
- Kansas City Chiefs (2009–2010)
Chambers was a wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins from 2001-2007. He signed with the San Diego Chargers in 2007 but was released in 2009. Chambers later signed with the Kansas City Chiefs and played there until 2010.
Chambers has also had stints with the Cleveland Browns (2005), Baltimore Ravens (2006), and New York Jets (2009).
In 2010, he retired after playing for the Chiefs again that season Chambers was a highly successful wide receiver in the NFL while playing for both the Miami Dolphins and Tennessee Titans.
Chambers is one of just two receivers to ever eclipse 7,000 receiving yards in a career, and his 58 touchdowns are fifth all-time.
Chambers has also been an instrumental part of three postseason appearances with the Dolphins (2005, 2006, 2007), including their appearance in Super Bowl XLI where they lost to Chicago by 34 points.
After ten seasons in the league and 540 receptions for 7648 yards and 58 touchdowns, Chris Chambers announced his retirement from professional football on December 12th, 2018 at 36 years old.
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33. Don Strock
Career
- Miami Hooters (1993)
- Head coach
- Massachusetts Marauders (1994)
- Head coach
- Rhein Fire (1995)
- Offensive coordinator
- Baltimore Ravens (1996–1998)
- Quarterbacks coach
- Florida International (2002–2006)
- Head coach
He was born and raised in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. He attended Owen J. Roberts High School where he starred as a quarterback and wide receiver. After graduating from high school, Strock enrolled at Virginia Tech where he played for the Hokies from 1973 to 1977.
In 1978, Strock was drafted by the Miami Dolphins but only played one season with them before being traded to Cleveland Browns in 1988.
He spent his final ten seasons playing with the Indianapolis Colts before retiring in 1989 after leading both teams to playoff appearances during that time period.
Don Strock is currently a football analyst for ESPN Radio and Fox Sports 1 networks. In 2002 , Don was inducted into the Virginia Tech Athletics Hall of Fame Don Strock is the all-time winningest coach in Miami Hooters history.
He was also a head coach for the Massachusetts Marauders and Rhein Fire, both of which were National Football League (NFL) teams.
After coaching at Florida International University, he served as offensive coordinator for Baltimore Ravens from 1996 to 1998 before returning to FIU as their head coach in 2002.
In 2006, he left FIU to take over as quarterbacks coach with the NFL's Baltimore Ravens where he remained until his retirement in 2010 after leading the team to two Super Bowl Championships (VI & VII).
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34. Glenn Blackwood
Career
- Miami Dolphins (1979–1988)
Glenn Blackwood was a safety for the Miami Dolphins during the 1985 AFC Championship game. He played college football at Winston Churchill High School in San Antonio, Texas.
Glenn Blackwood had an extensive career in the NFL, playing for six different teams over 14 seasons. He is most notable for his time with the Miami Dolphins, where he won two Super Bowls (1984 and 1985).
Glenn Blackwood retired from professional football after the 1989 season. Glenn Blackwood played for the Miami Dolphins from 1979 to 1988. He was a member of the team that won two Super Bowls in 1984 and 1985.
Glenn Blackwood is most well-known, however, for his performance in the 1987 season when he recorded 33 sacks which led the league. Glenn Blackwood also made five Pro Bowl appearances during his career and was selected as an All-Pro twice (1985 and 1987).
After leaving football, Glenn Blackwood worked as a coach at various levels before retiring in 2006.
35. Bob Brudzinski
Career
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1977)
- Consensus All-American (1976)
- 2× All-Big Ten (1975, 1976)
Bob Brudzinski was a linebacker for the Los Angeles Rams from 1977-1980. He played in all 16 games in his rookie season and recorded 73 tackles, one interception, and one fumble recovery.
In 1978, he had 113 tackles and two interceptions while helping the Rams make it to Super Bowl XIV.
However, they were defeated by the Pittsburgh Steelers 30-27. After four seasons with the Rams, Bob signed with the Cleveland Browns where he would play until 1987 (making him their longest-tenured player).
During this time period, he would record over 1,000 career tackles including eight sacks which is still an NFL record for linebackers at that time (now broken by Lawrence Taylor).
Following his retirement from football Brudzinski became an ESPN commentator covering college football and other sports leagues around North America.
Bob Brudzinski was a dominant defensive lineman for the Miami Dolphins from 1981 to 1989. He was named an All-American twice and finished his career with 14.5 sacks and nine interceptions.
After retiring from football, Bob Brudzinski went on to have a successful coaching career in the NFL, winning two Super Bowls as head coach of the New England Patriots (XXXVI, XXXVIII).
Bob Brudzinski is currently an analyst for Fox Sports' NFL coverage and he regularly appears on various sports shows across America to discuss all things football.
36. Vern Den Herder
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VII, VIII)
- First-team All-AFC (1972)
- Little All-American (1970)
Den Herder was selected in the ninth round of the 1971 NFL Draft by the Miami Dolphins. He would have to wait until his fourth season with the team before making an impact on the field, but once he did, Den Herder became a fan favorite.
In 1978, Den Herder helped lead the Dolphins to their first-ever playoff appearance and earned himself a trip to Super Bowl VII where they lost to John Elway's Broncos 34-7. After 10 seasons with Miami, including seven as a starter, Den Herder retired following the 1984 season.
Vern is now 74 years old and resides in Le Mars, Iowa where he continues to work as a real estate agent and motivational speaker.
DenHerder was inducted into both Sioux Center High School (IA) and Central (IA) College Athletic Hall of Fame in 1999 and 2008 respectively for his achievements on football fields at both high school and collegiate levels.
In 2006, he was named one of "The 50 Greatest Iowans" by The Des Moines Register magazine recognizing his accomplishments not only on the football field but also in business ventures such as owning two Mcdonald's franchises during his playing days.
Vern Den Herder was a highly successful player in both the NFL and college football. He was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 1971 and went on to win two Super Bowls with them.
In addition, he is also one of only three players ever to be named First-team All-AFC twice (1972 & 1974). He retired from professional football after the 1982 season but continued playing college football until his retirement in 1988.
Vern Den Herder has been inducted into both the College Football Hall of Fame and the Professional Football Hall of Fame.
37. Jevon Holland
Career
- Miami Dolphins (2021–present)
Holland was drafted in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft by the Miami Dolphins. Holland played college football at Oregon and was a two-time All-American honoree.
He has spent his entire career with the Miami Dolphins, appearing in 131 games (all starts) and recording 454 tackles, 3 interceptions, 17 pass defenses, 5 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, and 1 defensive touchdown.
Jevon Holland was drafted in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft. He played college football at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Holland has started all 13 games for the Rams this season and recorded 133 tackles, 4 sacks, 1 forced fumble, 3 fumble recoveries, and 4 interceptions.
Holland is a versatile player who can play both inside and outside linebackers in the NFL. Holland's versatility makes him an important part of the Rams' defense and he will be looking to keep up his excellent play in Week 14 against the Arizona Cardinals.
38. Raekwon Davis
Defensive tackle
Career
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2020)
- CFP national champion (2017)
- First-team All-SEC (2017)
- 2× Second-team All-SEC (2018, 2019)
Raekwon Davis is a young, up-and-coming nose tackle for the Miami Dolphins. He attended Alabama and was very successful in college, playing as a 3-4 defensive end before moving to nose tackle in the NFL.
Davis had an impressive rookie season with 56 tackles and 2 sacks en route to being named second-team All-Pro by the Associated Press (AP). His sophomore year saw him rack up 73 tackles and 5 sacks, earning first-team AP accolades this time around.
In 2019, Raekwon played in all 16 games for Miami after starting 9 of them prior; he finished with 57 tackles and 1 sack despite missing multiple games due to an injury sustained during preseason play.
The 2020 NFL Draft is still months away but if everything goes according to plan, Davis will be one of the top picks on April 26th - someone who should be counted on from day one at Miami's new home at Hard Rock Stadium.
Raekwon Davis was a dominant force for the Miami Dolphins in their run to the CFP national championship. He led all rookies with 83 tackles and 1.5 sacks, earning first-team All-SEC accolades along the way.
Davis is an aggressive playmaker who always seems to be making a big impact on Sundays. Look for him to continue his incredible play in 2020 as he seeks to become one of the greatest linebackers in football history.
39. Terron Armstead
Tackle
Career
- 4× Pro Bowl (2018–2020, 2022)
- Second-team All-Pro (2018)
- 3× First-team All-SWAC (2010–2012)
Armstead was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 2013 and has since played for the Miami Dolphins, Los Angeles Rams, and Kansas City Chiefs.
Armstead is known for his strength at offensive tackle and consistency on the field.
He will likely be playing in his tenth NFL season this year with a chance to win a Super Bowl title. Armstead is a standout offensive lineman for the Saints and Dolphins. He has started all 103 games he's played in his career, including 102 starts at left tackle and one start at right tackle.
Armstead was a second-team All-Pro in 2018 and a third-team selection in 2016 and 2017. The Louisiana native has been named to the SWAC first team three times (2010–2012).
Armstead attended North Carolina State University before being drafted by New Orleans in 2013 as the 23rd overall pick in the NFL Draft.
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40. Tyreek Hill
Wide receiver
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LIV)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2016, 2018, 2020)
- Second-team All-Pro (2018)
- 7× Pro Bowl (2016–2022)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2016)
- Big 12 Offensive Newcomer of the Year (2014)
Tyreek Hill was drafted fifth overall by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2016. He played college football at Oklahoma State and West Alabama before being signed by the Dolphins in 2017.
In his rookie season, he led the NFL with 87 receptions for 1,479 yards and 11 touchdowns. In 2018, he had 79 receptions for 1,429 yards and 10 touchdowns as well as a rushing touchdown on four occasions.
As of 2019, Tyreek Hill has amassed over 4,000 receiving yards and 40 touchdowns in his career with Miami Tyreek Hill is an extremely talented and explosive wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs.
He was a first-round pick by the team in 2016 and has quickly become one of its top players.
Hill has been a key part of two Super Bowl victories, as well as being named MVP in both games. He also won Second Team All-Pro honors this year and Pro Bowl selection in 2018, 2020, and 2021.
His talent level is unrivaled on the Chiefs’ roster and he will continue to be a major force for them moving forward.
41. Zach Sieler
Defensive tackle
Career
- Baltimore Ravens (2018–2019)
- Miami Dolphins (2019–present)
Zach Sieler was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the 2018 NFL Draft. Zach Sieler played college football at Ferris State. Zach Sieler is a defensive end and was born on September 7, 1995 in Pinckney, Michigan.
According to NFLDraftScout's latest rankings, Zach Sieler is number 92 overall on the list of top defensive ends in this year's draft class.
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Zach Sieler is a second-year player for the Baltimore Ravens and Miami Dolphins. He was drafted by the Ravens in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft. Zach Sieler attended Vanderbilt University where he played football and track & field.
In football, he recorded 176 tackles, 7 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery, and 3 interceptions over his 4 years there. After graduating from Vanderbilt in May of 2019, Zach Sieler signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent on July 25th.
Zach Sieler made his NFL debut against the Cleveland Browns on September 10th and recorded four tackles during that game while playing both linebacker positions (weakside and middle).
On October 15th against Cincinnati Bengals, Zach Sieler registered his first sack as an NFL player which helped seal a 31-24 victory for Baltimore; it also marked just his second career start at linebacker (the other being Week 8 of 2020 when he started at cornerback due to injuries).
Zachary's best performance came against Tampa Bay Buccaneers where he finished with 9 total tackles including one for loss (-8 yards), two quarterback hits (+12 yards), one interception returned 41 yards for a touchdown - all career highs.
The interception set up Justin Tucker's winning field goal in overtime (27-24) as well as giving him AFC Defensive Player Of The Month honors for November.
On December 17th against New England Patriots,, Sierra led all linebackers with 11 solo tackles helping lead Baltimore to their third consecutive win 24-21.
His fifth straight game logging double-digit tackle totals going into week 16. This streak would come to an end vs Pittsburgh Steelers but not before compiling 5 stops including 2 assists on pass deflections en route to earning AFC Special Teams Player Of The Week honors.
We'll see if this continues into next season or not heading into year three definitely has its perks.
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42. Mike Kolen
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VII, VIII)
- 2× All-SEC (1968-1969)
Mike Kolen was drafted by the Baltimore Colts in the 1970 NFL Draft. He played for the Indianapolis Colts and Los Angeles Rams before retiring after the 1988 season.
In his 13-year career, he recorded 234 tackles, 4 sacks, 2 interceptions, and 1 fumble recovery. Mike Kolen is a member of both the College Football Hall of Fame (2003) and the Pro Football Hall of Fame (2010).
After retirement from football, Mike Kolen worked as a linebackers coach with various teams including Detroit Lions (1995-1997), Atlanta Falcons (1998), Cincinnati Bengals (1999-2002), Jacksonville Jaguars (2003-2004), and Buffalo Bills(2005).
In 2013 he became an assistant head coach at Auburn University where he currently serves as defensive coordinator Mike married his college sweetheart Joanne in 1978; they have two children together – Kelley and Brian – who also play football professionally.
Mike Kolen is a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Miami Dolphins and an All-American linebacker at Arkansas.
He enjoyed a lengthy NFL career, playing for nine seasons between 1970 and 1977. His best season came in 1974 when he recorded 113 tackles and four sacks in 14 games. After retiring from football, Mike went on to have a successful coaching career with the Cincinnati Bengals (1978–1983) and Cleveland Browns (1984).
In 1988 he was named head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles but was fired after just one season following poor results on the field
43. Duriel Harris
Career
- Miami Dolphins (1976–1983)
- Cleveland Browns (1984)
- Dallas Cowboys (1984)
- Miami Dolphins (1985)
Duriel Harris was a prolific wide receiver in the NFL. He played for the Miami Dolphins from 1976 to 1983 and helped lead that team to two Super Bowl appearances.
Duriel Harris was born on November 27, 1954, in Port Arthur, Texas. Duriel had an impressive high school career at Stephen F. Austin where he set numerous records and won several awards including both Mr. Football and Mr. Athlete of the Year honors in 1973.
After graduating from high school, Duriel went on to play college football at New Mexico State where he finished with 2,193 receiving yards and 20 touchdowns over three seasons (1976-1979).
The Miami Dolphins drafted Harris in the third round of the 1976 NFL Draft and he made his professional debut with that team during their inaugural season in 1976 as a rookie Wide Receiver/PR player.
In 1979, Harris became one of only four players ever to record 1,000 yards rushing AND receiving in one season when he led the league with 101 receptions for 1,312 yards en route to being named Second Team All-Pro by The Sporting News.
In 1980 Harris recorded 97 catches for 1,378 yards which placed him second overall behind Jerry Rice's single-season record haul of 1492 receptions.
Following another productive year in 1981 when he caught 78 balls for 1085 yards (both good enough to be named First Team All-Pro), Dallas Cowboys owner. Tex Schramm traded away first-round draft pick Herschel Walker plus future.
Hall Of Fame running back Tony Dorsett along with cornerback Jimmy Smith (#10)in order bring aboard Houston Oilers Head Coach Bum Phillips who coached both WRs Matt Forte (Chicago Bears) & Andre Johnson (Houston Texans).
Undeterred by what seemed like insurmountable odds against making it into Canton via injury or retirement while playing alongside some hall-of-fame caliber talent such as Larry Csonka.
Thurman Thomas (#75), Paul Warfield (#24), Dan Marino (#13) & Jim Kelly #16; Harris continued his stellar play until retiring after 11 years due to chronic botulism poisoning which sidelined him during training camp prior tot eh 1984 season.
44. Curtis Johnson
Career
- Miami Dolphins (1970–1978)
Curtis Johnson was a cornerback for the Cincinnati Bengals from 1970 to 1981. He played in 139 games and made 155 tackles, five interceptions, and two sacks.
Curtis Johnson is one of only four players in NFL history to record at least 150 solo tackles, five interceptions, and two sacks in a career.
In 1979, he was named first-team All-American by the Associated Press after leading the Big 10 with eight interceptions and being selected as an All-Big Ten selection by both coaches and media members.
After retiring from football, Curtis Johnson became an assistant coach for his alma mater Toledo University before joining the Miami Dolphins staff as defensive backs coach in 2002 under head coach.
Nick Saban where he stayed until 2004 when he took over as interim head coach following Tony Sparano's resignation due to a cancer diagnosis; however, Miami fired him nine days later after posting a 2–6 record including losses against Jacksonville (31–16), and Tennessee (20–13).
From 2006 to 2007 he served as defensive coordinator at Kent State University before becoming linebackers coach for Utah State in 2008 but left after one year citing personal reasons.
During that time OSU went 3–9 while losing their final game against Boise State 34-7 which resulted in Jeff Monken taking over on an interim basis coaching them into bowl eligibility.
The Buffalo Bills hired him as cornerbacks/wide receivers coach prior to the 2010 season but parted ways with them three years later amid allegations of employee mistreatment stemming from an incident involving then-rookies.
Jonathan Williams & Leodis McKelvin accused Coach Johnson of verbally abusing them causing extreme emotional distress.
In January 2018 it was announced that Curtis Johnson would serve as senior advisor for player development for the Atlanta Falcons replacing Thomas Dimitroff who departed for Los Angeles Rams.
Curtis Johnson was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 1970 and spent his entire career with the team. He won two Super Bowls as a member of the Dolphins and finished his NFL career with 190 interceptions and 8 fumble recoveries.
After retiring from football, Curtis Johnson went on to have a successful career in radio broadcasting for both Miami-Dade County schools (Miami Dade Community College and the University of Miami) as well as other stations across Florida.
In 2013, Curtis Johnson was inducted into the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame along with basketball great Dominique Wilkins and tennis player Arthur Ashe.
45. Jay Fiedler
Career
- Philadelphia Eagles (1994–1995)
- Amsterdam Admirals (1997)
- Minnesota Vikings (1998)
- Jacksonville Jaguars (1999)
- Miami Dolphins (2000–2004)
- New York Jets (2005)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2006)
Jay Fiedler is best known for his time with the Philadelphia Eagles. He played there from 1994-1995, and then returned to Amsterdam in 1997. After leaving the Eagles, he spent two years with the Minnesota Vikings before signing with Jacksonville Jaguars in 1999.
His last stint as a quarterback came in 2001 when he signed with the Miami Dolphins until 2004.
Since retiring from playing professionally, Fiedler has worked as a commentator for Fox Sports and CBS NFL broadcasts since 2006 Jay Fiedler was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the first round of the 2000 NFL draft.
He would eventually play for both the New York Jets and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, making him one of only two quarterbacks to play for three teams in a single season (the other being Brett Favre). Fiedler retired from professional football after playing with the Bucs in 2004.
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46. Adewale Ogunleye
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2003)
- Pro Bowl (2003)
- 3× All-Big Ten (1997,1998,1999)
- Indiana University Athletics Hall Of Fame (2014)
Adewale Ogunleye is a defensive end who played for the Miami Dolphins (2000-2003) and Chicago Bears (2004-2009). Ogunleye was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the 2004 NFL Draft but did not sign with them.
He later signed with the Miami Dolphins, where he spent the final three seasons of his career. Ogunleye has made an impact on both professional football and college football levels.
He was a first-team All-American at Indiana University in 1997 and 1998 before being drafted into the NFL by Chicago Bears in 2000.
After spending time with both teams, Ogunleye retired from playing in 2009 to focus on coaching full-time at his alma mater of Indiana University Bloomington High School as their Defensive Line Coach starting the 2010 season until January 2019 when he accepted a full professorship at Louisiana State University.
Adewale Ogunleye played football at Indiana University and was drafted by the Houston Texans in 2003.
He has three All-Pro selections, 67 sacks, 14 fumble recoveries, and one interception in his career. Ogunleye is a member of the Indianapolis Colts hall of fame and was named first-team All-Pro in 2003.
Also Played For: 2008 chicago bears season, 2009 chicago bears season
47. Irving Fryar
Career
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1985, 1994)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1985, 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997)
- New England Patriots All-1980s Team
- New England Patriots 50th Anniversary Team (2009)
- Bart Starr Award (1998)
- Consensus All-American (1983)
- Japan Bowl MVP (1984)
Irving Fryar was a wide receiver for the New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins, Philadelphia Eagles, and Washington Redskins during his NFL career. He finished with over 1,000 receiving yards in each of his first three seasons in the league.
Fryar also played in two Super Bowls (XXVI and XXVIII) with the Patriots and one with the Dolphins.
After leaving football following the 2000 season, Fryar began coaching at Rutgers University where he currently works as an assistant coach on special teams and wide receivers coach under head coach Kyle Flood.
Irving Fryar was a key offensive player for the New England Patriots during the 1980s. He was an All-American and two-time Second Team All-Pro selection, and he helped lead the team to five Pro Bowl appearances.
After retiring from football, Irving Fryar started his own business and became involved in politics.
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48. Richmond Webb
Career
- 2× First Team All-Pro (1992, 1994)
- 2× Second Team All-Pro (1993, 1995)
- 7× Pro Bowl (1990–1996)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1990)
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
Richmond Webb was a dominant offensive lineman for the Miami Dolphins from 1990 to 2000. During that time, he made four Pro Bowls and helped lead the team to two Super Bowl victories.
After leaving the Dolphins in 2001, Webb spent two seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals before retiring in 2002 due to injuries. He finished his career with 142 starts and 917 total yards and 44 touchdowns on offense.
In 2006, Webb became an analyst for CBS Sports and Fox NFL Sunday broadcasts while also working as a color commentator during select games on NFL Network. Richmond Webb is one of only six players in history to win both a Super Bowl championship (with Miami) and an All-Pro selection (Cincinnati).
He also holds three other NFL records: most consecutive starts by an offensive tackle (146), most regular season appearances by any player at left guard or center (324), and most postseason appearances by any player at either position (11).
On September 3rd, 2013, Richmond Webb was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame alongside former teammate Earl Campbell Jr.
Richmond Webb was an all-pro cornerback for the Miami Dolphins during the 1990s. He won two first-team All-Pro awards and seven Pro Bowl appearances. Webb also led the league in fumble recoveries four times, including a streak of three straight seasons from 1993 to 1995.
After retiring as a player, Webb became an NFL analyst with CBS Sports and ESPN networks.
49. Patrick Surtain
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2002)
- Second-team All-Pro (2003)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2002–2004)
- C-USA Defensive Player of the Year (1997)
Patrick Surtain played 12 seasons in the NFL as a cornerback and safety for the Miami Dolphins, Kansas City Chiefs, and New Orleans Saints. He was selected to three Pro Bowls and two All-Pro teams.
After playing his first season with the Miami Dolphins in 1998, he joined the Chiefs in 2005 where he would spend six seasons before being traded to the Saints during the 2008 season.
Patrick Surtain is currently an assistant defensive coach with the Miami Dolphins after spending one year as a defensive backs coach with LSU prior to that position.
Patrick Surtain was a two-time All-Pro and three-time Pro Bowler who played 11 seasons in the NFL with the Miami Dolphins. He was known for his strong defense against the pass, recording 538 tackles, 7.5 sacks, and seven fumble recoveries over that time span.
After retiring from football in 2007, he started working as an assistant coach at American Heritage High School before being named head coach of the Dolphins later that year.
50. Jake Scott
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (VII, VIII)
- Super Bowl MVP (VII)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1973, 1974)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1971, 1972, 1975)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1971–1975)
- Miami Dolphin Honor Roll
- SEC Player of the Year (1968)
- Consensus All-American (1968)
- Florida–Georgia Hall of Fame
Jake Scott was a safety and return specialist in the NFL. He played for the BC Lions (1969), Miami Dolphins (1970-1975), and Washington Redskins (1976-1978).
He died on November 19, 2020, at the age of 75 after a long battle with cancer. Jake Scott was one of the most successful and decorated players in NFL history.
He is a two-time Super Bowl champion, three-time Second Team All-Pro selection and five-time Pro Bowler. Jake Scott started at cornerback for Miami Dolphins from 1971 to 1975 where he recorded 126 games played with 49 interceptions, 551 return yards, and 1,474 all-purpose yards.
After playing his entire career with the Dolphins, he retired in 1978 but later came back as an assistant coach for Miami Dolphins in 1999 season before retiring once again after the 2001 season.
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Final Words
The Miami Dolphins are a professional American football team that have been a part of the NFL since 1966. During their time in the league, they have had some of the best players to ever play the game.
Some of these players include Dan Marino, Jim Kelly, and Michael Jordan. The Miami Dolphins are one of the most successful teams in NFL history and will continue to be so for many years to come.
