The Fish Tank: Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep

Kevin Donnalley arrived in Miami in 1998 after seven NFL seasons with the Houston and Tennessee Oilers, and brought with him reputation for playing up to, if not beyond the whistle, which was exactly what Jimmy Johnson was looking for on his offensive line. Donnalley started 39 games at right guard for the Dolphins, protecting Dan Marino for two years and then helping lead the way for the Lamar Sm...

In 1997, Bill Bant turned a temporary position as a stand-in for the Miami Dolphins new official mascot, T.D., into a decade-long run of winning over the hearts of DolFans young and old. Dive in as Bill takes O.J. and Seth under the helmet, AND under the mask, of the seven-foot-tall dolphin with stories that range from hilarious to heartfelt. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Tod...

From Miami Dolphins defender, to Uber driver, to rapper, to professional wrestler, A.J. Francis has never been afraid to step outside of the box. Dive in as the former defensive lineman reflects upon his Miami tenure and explains why becoming WWE Superstar Top Dolla was always a part of the master plan. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd and Dolphins Productions. Theme song c...

Israel Gutierrez is best known for covering the NBA for ESPN and the Miami Heat for the Miami Herald, but his Dolphins ties reach further than one might realize. Dive in as Izzy candidly discusses the internal conflicts of a sports journalist, his friendship with Jason Taylor, and his partnership with the Fins on multiple initiatives in support of the LGBTQ community. Contributors to this episode...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep Selected by the Dolphins in the second round of the 2001 NFL Draft, Chris Chambers would spend seven seasons in Miami, solidifying his place in team record books with a top five ranking in every major receiving category. In his second Fish Tank appearance, the Pro Bowl wide receiver marvels at the team’s current group of wideouts led by Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Wad...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep No NFL player has been as prolific at taking away passes intended for opposing receivers than Xavien Howard since the Miami Dolphins made the Houston native their second-round draft choice in 2016. With 28 interceptions during that span, coupled with 83 passes defensed, the four-time Pro Bowl performer has solidified himself as one of the most respected defenders...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep. After four and a half seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, Jeff Wilson, Jr. brought his infectious personality and an instant dose of energy to Miami when the Dolphins traded for the running back at the midway point of the 2022 NFL campaign. The East Texas native also arrived in the Sunshine State full of grit and determination forged during a lifetime of dispr...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep From 2008-2011, Lousaka Polite was one of, if not the most effective short yardage weapons in the National Football League. The Miami Dolphins fullback converted a staggering 41 of 43 third or fourth and one attempts during that time, including a perfect 16 of 16 during the 2009 season. The Pittsburgh native has been equally impressive in his post playing career,...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep Emmanuel Ogbah has been a dominant force on the Miami Dolphins defensive front and a leader in the locker room, as well as in the community, since his arrival in South Florida three years ago. Ogbah is excited to return to the field after injury cut short his 2022 campaign, but it has been another return, to his native continent of Africa, that has provided a new...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep Mark Clayton set the Miami Dolphins single-season receiving record with 1,389 yards in 1984 and remained on top of the charts for nearly 40 years before current Fins wideout Tyreek Hill set the new standard with 1,710 yards last season. Returning to The Fish Tank for his second appearance, Clayton reflects on his prolific playing days alongside Mark Duper, shares...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep On February 9, 2023, the world found out what Miami Dolphins fans have felt in their hearts for what has seemed like forever…Zach Thomas is a Hall of Famer! As former Fins’ head coach Jimmy Johnson announced Thomas’ name from the NFL Honors stage, Dolfans rejoiced and the legendary linebacker’s world shifted into overdrive. Diving into The Fish Tank for the first...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep When current Miami Dolphins GM Chris Grier visited Georgia safety Reshad Jones prior to the 2010 NFL Draft, he saw great potential. It’s hard to imagine, however, that anyone in Miami predicted the player they would take in the fifth round that year would go on to play 10 seasons and become one of the most prolific defensive playmakers in team history, but that i...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep  Regarded as the preeminent historian on professional football, Joe Horrigan has spent the past 45 years with the Pro Football Hall of Fame, serving in a multitude of positions, most recently as Executive Director and his current role as Senior Advisor. During his tenure, Joe has administered the selection process for hundreds of “Gold Jackets,” including all 11...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep In celebration of Zach Thomas being selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2023, OJ and Seth speak with Trace Armstrong, Jason Cole, Greg Cote, Dwight Hollier, Larry Izzo, Zebbie Lethridge, and Shawn Wooden for a collection of fantastic memories and unique perspective on the legendary Miami Dolphins linebacker. Contributors to this episode include S...

_The Fish Tank_ spotlights Glenn Blackwood as he patrols the secondary for the team’s “Killer Bees” defense, hauls in 29 interceptions and more. Glenn was joined by his brother, Lyle, in the Fins’ defensive backfield for six seasons, as the duo was dubbed the “Bruise Brothers” for their play on the field.

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep A two-sport star in high school and at Cabrillo College in Aptos, California, Obafemi Ayanbadejo strategically pursued an NFL career that was anything but handed to him. Ayanbadejo’s 13-year professional football journey included two seasons (2002-03) with the Miami Dolphins, highlighted by the 2003 season that allowed him to team with his brother Brendon. Along...

The Miami Dolphins are back in the NFL Postseason and OJ and Seth are looking back at the Fins thrilling December 30, 2000 contest against the Indianapolis Colts in the 2000 Wild Card Round of the playoffs. Jay Fiedler joins the guys to reflect upon the game in which Fiedler and OJ, along with 209 yards rushing from Lamar Smith and a stout defensive performance helped Miami rally from a 14-0 halft...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep OJ and Seth discuss the concept of a one game season as the Dolphins prepare to host the New York Jets this Sunday. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D.

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep Dave Wannstedt joined the Miami Dolphins organization in 1999 as Assistant Head to Jimmy Johnson and assumed the role of Head Coach following Johnson’s retirement in January of 2000. In his four-plus seasons at the helm in Miami, Wannstedt led the team to a 42-31 record, the second-most wins by a head coach in Dolphins history behind only Don Shula. In The Fish T...

On Wednesday, the NFL announced the complete rosters for the 2023 Pro Bowl Games and today, OJ and Seth look back at their favorite moments delivered this season by the three Miami Dolphins players selected: Terron Armstead, Tyreek Hill, and Xavien Howard. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D.

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep A two-sport star at the University of Indiana, Pete Stoyanovich reached a level of success and popularity with the Miami Dolphins rarely achieved by an NFL placekicker. The team’s 8th round selection in the 1989 draft played in 110 of the team’s 112 games during his seven seasons as a Dolphin and built a reputation for making big kicks in big moments, while earni...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep A native of Philadelphia, Ritchie Owens attended Lehigh University before Washington selected him in the fifth round of the 1995 NFL Draft. The 6-6, 285-pound defensive end would go on to play for four teams in eight seasons, including two with the Dolphins, delivering one of the most productive years of his career in 1999 during which time he tallied 8.5 sacks,...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep  The Miami Dolphins recently named Jaelan Phillips their nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award Presented by Nationwide, and OJ and Seth could not be any more impressed with the second-year linebacker, both on and off the field. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D.

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep Alex Marvez, currently a host for Sirius XM NFL Radio, has covered the National Football League as a beat writer, television and radio reporter, and author for nearly 30 years. Marvez has served as president of the Pro Football Writers of America and is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s 49-person selection committee. During his eight seasons (1999-2006)...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep With the Dolphins headed to California for back-to-back contests against the 49ers and Chargers, OJ and Seth discuss the benefits of staying on the west coast between games. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D.