Multiple free agent receivers reportedly interested in Dolphins

Each and every NFL franchise heads into the offseason with a ‘to do’ list. And, in many cases, the players pegged to successfully address issues on each team’s issues will leave those teams at the altar — after all, there’s only one Allen Robinson and while about 25 teams would like to sign the star receiver from Chicago, only one team will actually do so. For the Dolphins, a talented wide receiver market is going to bring multiple reinforcements into the picture.

And while we don’t know which players the team is most interested in, there should be some peace of mind that, at the very least, there’s interest in the Dolphins organization from some of the players set to hit the market.

Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald wrote up an extensive outlook on the Dolphins’ wide receiver situation yesterday and along the way it was revealed that more than one experienced veteran receiver would have interest in the Miami Dolphins next month when free agent negotiations kicked off.

“(A) source said (Marvin) Jones (76 catches, 978 yards for Detroit) got a call from former Lions teammate Matt Stafford about potentially joining him with the Rams but Miami and Jacksonville also would be two teams that would interest him…(Colts receiver T.Y.) Hilton, who attended FIU, would welcome Dolphins overtures after a 56-catch, 762-yard season in Indianapolis…An associate included Miami on a list of teams that could hold appeal to (Steelers WR Juju Smith-Schuster) if the Steelers don’t keep him.” – Barry Jackson, Miami Herald

Marvin Jones. T.Y. Hilton. Juju Smith-Schuster. The Dolphins will clearly have options — as the program their building in South Florida under the watch of Chris Grier and Brian Flores continues to earn respect from other talents across the league. This is fairly uncharted waters for the Dolphins in recent memory; being a desirable free agent destination.

The Dolphins of the past would have needed to commit extra cash to get players to pick Miami over other contenders — and those talents rarely materialized as quality additions for the team. The end result was a bloated salary cap with several prominent underachievers in tow. And a rebuild to purge a decade’s worth of bad habits after that.

So consider this development a positive change, Dolphins fans. Players have their eyes on Miami and they like what they see. Of course, the Dolphins are still going to have to pay up to seal the deal but at the very least they’re on the list. That’s half the battle.

Behind Enemy Lines: 5 questions with Colts Wire ahead of Week 14

See what you should be watching out for this Sunday when the Indianapolis Colts take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers return home in Week 14 after two-straight road wins. The Bucs have been playing some of their best football of the season and have a chance to pull their record to 6-7 with a win over the visiting Indianapolis Colts.

The Colts, meanwhile, have lost four of their last five games and are desperately trying to stay afloat in the AFC playoff race. A loss would all but end their season, so the Bucs should prepared to face a Colts team playing with an added sense of desperation and urgency.

We talked with Kevin Hickey of Colts Wire to find out more about this Indy team ahead of Sunday’s Week 14 matchup.

1. The Colts have lost four of five games and seen their playoff hopes slip away. What’s the realistic expectation for this team for the rest of the season?

They will continue to compete but it is very unlikely they make the playoffs. They are currently the ninth seed entering this matchup while the teams ahead of them hold the tiebreaker for the playoff seeding. There is still the smallest of chances they get in but with four games remaining, it is time to begin looking at the future.

2. How do the Colts plan on stopping Tampa Bay’s offense, which ranks in the top 5 in the league?

It’s a good question and a tough challenge. The Colts have been pretty solid defensively for the majority of the year, especially recently. Because Jameis Winston has a knack for throwing interceptions, I expect the Colts to dial up some blitzes. Cornerback Kenny Moore is typically used on nickel blitzes but he’s ruled out. I wouldn’t be surprised if they use linebackers Darius Leonard or Bobby Okereke on blitzes more often. They will also have to take advantage if/when they secure turnovers. Scoring points after a change of possession is something they have struggled with this season.

3. What grade would you give Jacoby Brissett this season?

C+ maybe? It’s tough because he’s a talented quarterback. He has a big arm, strong pocket mobility and a strong command of the offense. But he simply doesn’t throw with timing and anticipation to be an above average starter. If he has to deal with a blitz, all bets are off. He’s talented and still relatively young, but right now he’s an average quarterback that doesn’t love to push the ball downfield.

4. What’s the key matchup everyone should be watching for on Sunday?

It’s going to be Shaq Barrett against Colts right tackle Braden Smith. Barrett is having a career year leading the NFL in sacks while the second-year Smith has been solid for the most part this season. The Colts offensive line dictates how much success the entire offense will have every week. Needing to win the edge battles is a massive need, and it likely comes down to this matchup.

5. Who wins and why?

The Colts are going to be competitive in this game, but the injuries are too much. Without T.Y. Hilton, the passing offense isn’t the same. Without Kenny Moore, the Colts have no one to line up against Chris Godwin. It will be close, but the Colts offense doesn’t have what it takes to keep up with the Bucs. I’ve got it Bucs, 28-20.

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Colts-Bucs Injury Report (Dec. 6): Bucs rule four out for Week 14

See who’s in and who’s out for Sunday’s Week 14 matchup between the Indianapolis Colts and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The Buccaneers have been playing their best football of the season over the past two weeks and will look to make it three-straight wins on Sunday when they welcome the Indianapolis Colts to town.

Here is the final injury report for both teams ahead of Sunday’s Week 14 matchup.

BUCCANEERS

G Alex Cappa (elbow) – Did Not Participate (Out)

CB Jamel Dean (shoulder) – Full Participation (Questionable)

T Demar Dotson (not injury related) – Full Participation

WR Chris Godwin (shin) – Full Participation

WR Scotty Miller (hamstring) – Did Not Participate (Out)

OLB Anthony Nelson (hamstring) – Did Not Participate (Out)

DL Rakeem Nuñez-Roches (not injury related) – Full Participation

CB M.J. Stewart (knee) – Full Participation (Questionable)

QB Jameis Winston (knee) – Full Participation

T Donovan Smith (not injury related) – Did Not Participate

DL Ndamukong Suh (not injury related) – Did Not Participate

RB T.J. Logan (thumb) – Limited Participation (Out)

COLTS

TE Mo Alie-Cox (thumb) – Full Participation

WR Parris Campbell (hand) – Full Participation

S Clayton Geathers (not injury related) – Did Not Participate

WR T.Y. Hilton (calf) – Did Not Participate (Out)

S Malik Hooker (foot) – Full Participation (Questionable)

RB Marlon Mack (hand) – Full Participation

CB Kenny Moore (ankle) – Did Not Participate (Out)

K Adam Vinatieri (knee) – Did Not Participate (Out)

CB Rock Ya-Sin (ankle) – Did Not Participate (Questionable)

DT/DE Denico Autry (not injury related) – Did Not Participate

T Anthony Castonzo (not injury related) – Did Not Participate

DE Justin Houston (not injury related) – Did Not Participate

LB Darius Leonard (not injury related) – Did Not Participate

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Colts vs. Texans Preview, Prediction, NFL Week 12 Live Stream, TV Channel, Start Time

Watch Colts vs. Texans Live Online.

The Colts and Texans, with identical 6-4 records, clash in a primetime matchup Thursday night in Houston. This marks the second meeting of the season between the top-ranked AFC South squads. Indianapolis leads the all-time series 28-8, including a 30-23 victory four weeks ago in Week 7.

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Colts vs. Texans

When: Thursday, November 21
Time: 8:20 p.m. ET
TV: FOX
Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

Indianapolis snapped a two-game losing streak by beating the Jaguars 33-13 at home. Jacoby Brissett, who totaled 326 yards and four touchdowns last time against the Texans, returned from injury and picked up 148 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. The team relied less on the passing game and more on the run with the unit combining for 264 yards and three touchdowns for the fourth-ranked rushing attack in the NFL. Jonathan Williams had 13 carries for 116 yards, while Marlon Mack picked up 109 yards and one touchdown to bring his total to 865 yards on the season (fifth in the NFL). Unfortunately, Mack will undergo hand surgery and be out indefinitely, causing a huge blow to the offense and shifting the weight back onto Brissett.

On the defensive side of the ball, the Colts picked up two sacks and forced Nick Foles to throw one interception. The key was its ability to stop the run and hold Leonard Fournette to just 23 yards. Kenny Moore II led the team with eight tackles and one sack, while rookie Rock Ya-Sin racked up six tackles and the lone interception. The Colts will need to put pressure on Deshaun Watson and force the Texans to beat them in the passing game.

Sacks, sacks, and more sacks. The Baltimore Ravens defense was in the face of Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson all afternoon as they were destroyed 41-7 on the road. Watson completed 18 of 29 passes for 169 yards, one interception and was sacked 7 times. The offensive line will need to keep Watson upright the Texans want to beat the Colts. Carlos Hyde picked up nine carries for 65 yards and one touchdown for a rushing attack that ranks fifth with an average of 140.7 YPG. All-Pro DeAndre Hopkins led the team with seven catches for 80 yards and is the go-to guy for Watson in the passing game.

No defense has had the answer for Baltimore’s Lamar Jackson this season and the Texans were no different. The dual-threat quarterback accounted for over 300 yards and four touchdowns of total offense. Houston allowed 491 yards in the game, including 112 yards and one touchdown to running back Gus Edwards. Mack being sidelined will make the contest a little easier this weekend against the Colts but don’t count out Williams. Not only will they have to account for him, but also a versatile Jacoby Brissett.

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