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Miami Dolphins' Jason Taylor knows exactly what is expected of him
Miami Dolphins' Jason Taylor knows exactly what is expected of him
Jason Taylor apparently is OK with not starting for the Dolphins this coming season because he has been told he probably won't. He apparently recognizes the importance of the team's offseason workout program, the one he famously skipped last offseason, because he has been told it's important to ...
Jason Taylor Brings Dancing Shoes Back To Miami
Jason Taylor Brings Dancing Shoes Back To Miami
totalprosports.com — Total Pro Sports - After leaving the team for a year, Jason Taylor has rejoined the Miami... Dolphins, signing a one-year $1.5 million deal on Wednesday. Rumors had the DE/OLB going to the Patriots, but his heart was with South Florida, where he still calls home. Taylor spent last year with ... (more) Jason Taylor Brings Dancing Shoes Back To Miami
Taylor Rejoins Dolphins. Signs 1-year, $1.5M Contract
Taylor Rejoins Dolphins. Signs 1-year, $1.5M Contract
bizoffootball.com — Jason Taylor has agreed to a $1.5 million, one-year contract with the Miami Dolphins , NFL.com reports.... Taylor spent his first 11 seasons with the Dolphins before being traded a year ago to the Washington Redskins after a rift occurred with Bill Parcells over his stint on " Dancing With the ... (more) Taylor Rejoins Dolphins. Signs 1-year, $1.5M Contract
Jason Taylor to "earn" his way on Dolphins' roster?
eatdrinkandsleepfootball.com — According to Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald , the Miami Dolphins have made it clear where... Jason Taylor stands . Not only was Taylor, who re-signed with the Dolphins last week, told that he would be a "situational" player, who plays 20 to 25 snaps per game, but he was told that he's not ... (more) Jason Taylor to "earn" his way on Dolphins' roster?
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Dolphins On Thin Ice
ProFootballTalk.com — At least two Miami Dolphins players are under scrutiny from the coaching staff based on their personal situations, according to Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald . Undrafted rookie offensive J.D. Quinn, who has three DUI arrests on his rap sheet, was informed by team officials that he will be cut from the roster if he’s arrested again for DUI, per the report. Quinn is attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Meanwhile, veteran nose guard Paul Soliai is “in the doghouse” after reporting 12 pounds over his playing weight. Like Quinn, Soliai has been put on notice by team ...

Taylor, Parcells On Same Page
ProFootballTalk.com — Former NFL Defensive Player of the Year Jason Taylor’s return to the Miami Dolphins carries some extremely specific criteria. According to Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald , Taylor has been informed that he is unlikely to start and that he has to earn his spot on the roster. Essentially, the six-time Pro Bowl selection isn’t guaranteed anything. Taylor is reportedly slated to be a situational pass rusher, lining up for 20 to 25 plays per game. Per the report, Taylor was told by the coaching staff prior to signing a $1.1 million contract that includes an additional ...

Around the AFC East: Can Ryan break cycle?
ESPN.com - NFL Nation Blog — ... with Ravens footage. Brian Costello of the New York Post takes a look at how the old Ravens are influencing the Jets' culture. Buffalo Bills Buffalo News reporter Allen Wilson previews Monday's start to organized team activities, which includes Terrell Owens first on-field work. Miami Dolphins Miami Herald columnist Armando Salguero writes there's an understanding between Jason Taylor and the club about what's expected ...

Weekend Roundup: Ronnie Brown, Jason Taylor & more
The Phinsider — ... OTAs officially get underway in Davie this week.  This will be the first time the media will get to see and speak with Jason Taylor since his return to Miami.  It's also the first glimpse we will all get of how the Dolphins plan to use JT in 2009.  But the Miami Herald is reporting that Taylor has been told he probably won't be a starter this season.  In fact, the Dolphins have made it clear to Jason that his roster spot isn't even guaranteed.  If he is outplayed in camp, he can and will be cut.  Taylor, knowing all this, ...

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