Dolphins Drown in December

Of late, the Miami Dolphins have a history of choking in crunch time. They are continuously in the playoff discussion in November while always finding a way to falter down the stretch in December. The author uses facts explaining how over the past 25 seasons, the Dolphins have only posted eight winning Decembers which is the month that truly separates the boys from the men in the NFL. Every major voice in Miami’s locker room has touched on this subject including VP of football operations, Mike Tannebaum as well as GM Dennis Hickey, head coach Joe Philbin, and our franchise quarterback Ryan Tannehill. The author mentions how players on the team have thrown around ideas of different issues within the team but ultimately agree that it comes down to how you play when it matters. Although, the organization has taken strides putting millions into a technology based research department which tracks their players habits both on and off the field with “the goal of monitoring how much energy and exertion is used daily, and how much rest is gained at night,” (Kelly 10).

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There have been many theories thrown around as to why the fins have struggled late in the season including injuries, lack of execution, fatigue and even the fact that they were playing better teams down the stretch. This seems to be why they have put so much money in the technology to track their players habits. But I don’t believe any of these issues are excuses for not getting into the playoffs. True contenders don’t crumble through adversity, they come together and find ways to win which the Miami Dolphins of the past have failed to do. This concerns me a lot about there mental toughness. And without a tough mentality there is no contending for Lombardi Trophy’s in this league. But this is a new year, with a new realm of players who all seem to be up for the challenge. I undoubtedly believe the Dolphins will be in the hunt for a playoff spot come December, but its up to this 2015 team led by Joe Philbin to finally take that next step into the playoffs.

2 thoughts on “Dolphins Drown in December

  1. cqm5609

    Thats rough coming from someone who doesnt mind the dophins. The pictures were great and really added to the entry. Well see what happens this year but its always hard with Tom Brady in your division.

  2. Annie Elizabeth Ellis

    Gary, I really enjoyed this blog post! I think adding the pictures helped to break things up and keep it interesting for the reader. I like that you included quotes from the article to support your claim. Good job!

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