BY SEAN DONOVAN
Mere hours after signing Branden Albert, the left tackle the Miami Dolphins hope will lead them into the future, the team unloaded Jonathan Martin, a player who has become a negative part of the team's past.
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Dolphins have traded Martin to the San Fransisco 49ers for a conditional draft pick.
Martin started the 2013 season at left tackle for Miami but had immense issues on the field and even deeper issues off it, culminating in a 'bullying' scandal that scarred the franchise and launched a comprehensive NFL investigation into the Dolphins locker room.
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Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Saturday, February 15, 2014
Martin's agent: 'No doubt' he'll be on field next year
BY NICK ST. DENIS
Many question whether Miami Dolphins tackle Jonathan Martin, in the wake of a tumultuous and well-documented couple of years as a young professional, will return to action any time soon.
Those in Martin's camp, however, don't.
"He will be on the field in 2014," Martin agent Kenny Zuckerman said this weekend, via The Palm Beach Post. "There’s no doubt. He wants to, he’s ready, he’s excited. He’ll be somewhere this season."
Many question whether Miami Dolphins tackle Jonathan Martin, in the wake of a tumultuous and well-documented couple of years as a young professional, will return to action any time soon.
Those in Martin's camp, however, don't.
"He will be on the field in 2014," Martin agent Kenny Zuckerman said this weekend, via The Palm Beach Post. "There’s no doubt. He wants to, he’s ready, he’s excited. He’ll be somewhere this season."
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
Incognito to Martin: 'The truth is going to bury you'
BY NICK ST. DENIS
Last week, Richie Incognito voiced his support for Jonathan Martin in the wake of more developments regarding their alleged bullying scandal within and outside the Miami Dolphins' locker room.
Wednesday, he sang a different tune. A very different tune.
Here are a string of Tweets Incognito posted this afternoon from 2:42-3:17 p.m.. (Keep in mind, Tell Wells' report is supposed to be released in the coming days):
Last week, Richie Incognito voiced his support for Jonathan Martin in the wake of more developments regarding their alleged bullying scandal within and outside the Miami Dolphins' locker room.
Wednesday, he sang a different tune. A very different tune.
Here are a string of Tweets Incognito posted this afternoon from 2:42-3:17 p.m.. (Keep in mind, Tell Wells' report is supposed to be released in the coming days):
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Martin-Incognito's drug talk may get NFL's attention
BY NICK ST. DENIS
The Richie Incognito-Jonathan Martin text message-gate has been well covered over the past 12 hours, and you can read the entire 1,000-plus-word exchange at The Big Lead.
So we'll spare you the in-depth breakdown and analysis. However, there were a couple notable nuggets that will certainly draw the attention of the NFL regardless of what comes out in Ted Wells' report.
This is one of them, allegedly exchanged on September 12, 2013 (Note: Last week, CBS Miami was first to report conversation of drugs between the two):
The Richie Incognito-Jonathan Martin text message-gate has been well covered over the past 12 hours, and you can read the entire 1,000-plus-word exchange at The Big Lead.
So we'll spare you the in-depth breakdown and analysis. However, there were a couple notable nuggets that will certainly draw the attention of the NFL regardless of what comes out in Ted Wells' report.
This is one of them, allegedly exchanged on September 12, 2013 (Note: Last week, CBS Miami was first to report conversation of drugs between the two):
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Martin 'felt trapped' and lacked 'tools' to handle it
BY NICK ST. DENIS
Jonathan Martin's departure from the Miami Dolphins in October due to alleged acts of bullying was one of the biggest (off-field) stories in the NFL this past season.
And now that the regular season is a month behind us and the Super Bowl is less than a week away, the story is again growing legs.
The second-year offensive tackle recently sat down with former NFL head coach Tony Dungy, now of NBC Sports, to talk about his decision to leave the team in the midst of the controversy. A portion of the interview aired on NBC Tuesday.
Jonathan Martin's departure from the Miami Dolphins in October due to alleged acts of bullying was one of the biggest (off-field) stories in the NFL this past season.
And now that the regular season is a month behind us and the Super Bowl is less than a week away, the story is again growing legs.
The second-year offensive tackle recently sat down with former NFL head coach Tony Dungy, now of NBC Sports, to talk about his decision to leave the team in the midst of the controversy. A portion of the interview aired on NBC Tuesday.
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Incognito-Martin situation still unfolding by hour
BY SEAN DONOVAN
An allegedly abusive relationship between two teammates has put the Miami Dolphins under the national microscope, and they may not come out any time soon.
The ongoing saga of harassment allegations levied by Jonathan Martin against fellow offensive lineman Richie Incognito has transcended the NFL news cycle and become a national story about bullying, boundaries and locker room culture.
Both players have left the team, Martin on a leave of absence and Incognito on indefinite suspension. Almost hourly, new details emerge about the depth of the alleged abuse.
An allegedly abusive relationship between two teammates has put the Miami Dolphins under the national microscope, and they may not come out any time soon.
The ongoing saga of harassment allegations levied by Jonathan Martin against fellow offensive lineman Richie Incognito has transcended the NFL news cycle and become a national story about bullying, boundaries and locker room culture.
Both players have left the team, Martin on a leave of absence and Incognito on indefinite suspension. Almost hourly, new details emerge about the depth of the alleged abuse.
Sunday, November 3, 2013
Incognito suspended in wake of Martin ordeal
BY NICK ST. DENIS
The Miami Dolphins had a long week ahead of them following a Thursday night game. That week has become even longer as each day has gone by.
Less than seven days after Dolphins tackle Jonathan Martin went AWOL following a blowup in the Dolphins' cafeteria that was reportedly the result of "bullying," the Dolphins have suspended guard Richie Incognito for "conduct detrimental to the team."
"We believe in maintaining a culture of respect for one another and as a result we believe this decision is in the best interest of the organization at this time," the team said in a statement late Sunday.
The Miami Dolphins had a long week ahead of them following a Thursday night game. That week has become even longer as each day has gone by.
Less than seven days after Dolphins tackle Jonathan Martin went AWOL following a blowup in the Dolphins' cafeteria that was reportedly the result of "bullying," the Dolphins have suspended guard Richie Incognito for "conduct detrimental to the team."
"We believe in maintaining a culture of respect for one another and as a result we believe this decision is in the best interest of the organization at this time," the team said in a statement late Sunday.
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Martin has bizarre 'breakdown' in Fins' cafeteria
BY SEAN DONOVAN
The current nose-dive that is the Miami Dolphins' season took a turn for the bizarre Wednesday after it was reported that starting right tackle Jonathan Martin has left the team seeking treatment following a "breakdown" at the team facility on Monday.
According to a report by Fox Sports 1's Jay Glazer, Martin became so agitated after falling victim to a prank in the team cafeteria that he "smashed his food tray on the ground” before leaving the facility and not returning.
The team listed Martin on the Wednesday injury report as doubtful with an illness. Obviously, the circumstances surrounding Martin's condition erase any doubt that the second-year lineman will not play Thursday night against the Cincinnati Bengals.
The current nose-dive that is the Miami Dolphins' season took a turn for the bizarre Wednesday after it was reported that starting right tackle Jonathan Martin has left the team seeking treatment following a "breakdown" at the team facility on Monday.
According to a report by Fox Sports 1's Jay Glazer, Martin became so agitated after falling victim to a prank in the team cafeteria that he "smashed his food tray on the ground” before leaving the facility and not returning.
The team listed Martin on the Wednesday injury report as doubtful with an illness. Obviously, the circumstances surrounding Martin's condition erase any doubt that the second-year lineman will not play Thursday night against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Jonathan Martin flipping sides yet again
BY NICK ST. DENIS
Miami Dolphins offensive lineman Jonathan Martin played left tackle in college, but he started his first 12 professional games on the right side last year with Jake Long manning the left.
Martin, however, started the last four games of the 2012 season at left tackle with Long out to injury. The Dolphins were indecisive about where to put Martin this offseason but ultimately opted to keep him on the left side after Long's departure.
As it turns out, the second-year player will be flipping positions yet again.
Miami Dolphins offensive lineman Jonathan Martin played left tackle in college, but he started his first 12 professional games on the right side last year with Jake Long manning the left.
Martin, however, started the last four games of the 2012 season at left tackle with Long out to injury. The Dolphins were indecisive about where to put Martin this offseason but ultimately opted to keep him on the left side after Long's departure.
As it turns out, the second-year player will be flipping positions yet again.
Monday, October 14, 2013
Dolphins' O-line emerges from bye unchanged
BY NICK ST. DENIS
The Miami Dolphins boast one of the NFL's most leaky offensive lines, and offensive coordinator Mike Sherman vowed to do some plumbing work over the bye week.
That work apparently didn't involve personnel.
According to multiple reports from the Miami media, the Dolphins' starting offensive line remains unchanged as of Tuesday's practice, which was consistent with coach Joe Philbin's statement last week that the Dolphins "believe in the guys that we have."
The Miami Dolphins boast one of the NFL's most leaky offensive lines, and offensive coordinator Mike Sherman vowed to do some plumbing work over the bye week.
That work apparently didn't involve personnel.
According to multiple reports from the Miami media, the Dolphins' starting offensive line remains unchanged as of Tuesday's practice, which was consistent with coach Joe Philbin's statement last week that the Dolphins "believe in the guys that we have."
Sunday, September 8, 2013
Despite win, Dolphins' O-line a major concern
BY SEAN DONOVAN
The offensive line was considered a weakness going into this season for the Miami Dolphins, and its play during the team's 23-10 win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday validated that concern.
Despite missing two starters, the Browns' defensive front had its way with Miami's front-five, recording four sacks and frequently collapsing the pocket on quarterback Ryan Tannehill.
"The starting point of every passing game is protection, and we have to do a better job," head coach Joe Philbin told reporters after the game, according to the team website.
The offensive line was considered a weakness going into this season for the Miami Dolphins, and its play during the team's 23-10 win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday validated that concern.
Despite missing two starters, the Browns' defensive front had its way with Miami's front-five, recording four sacks and frequently collapsing the pocket on quarterback Ryan Tannehill.
"The starting point of every passing game is protection, and we have to do a better job," head coach Joe Philbin told reporters after the game, according to the team website.
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Philbin says Martin 'has been quietly improving'
BY NICK ST. DENIS
The Miami Dolphins are heavily depending on left tackle Jonathan Martin's growth going into 2013.
There's been plenty of skepticism surrounding the second-year lineman, who spent most of last season at right tackle but gained the full-time left job following Jake Long's departure and the team's decision to not draft the position early.
Dolphins coach Joe Philbin, however, has been gaining more and more confidence in Martin as the regular season approaches.
The Miami Dolphins are heavily depending on left tackle Jonathan Martin's growth going into 2013.
There's been plenty of skepticism surrounding the second-year lineman, who spent most of last season at right tackle but gained the full-time left job following Jake Long's departure and the team's decision to not draft the position early.
Monday, May 27, 2013
Tannehill 'comfortable' with Martin at left tackle
BY NICK ST. DENIS
Ryan Tannehill has Jonathan Martin's back. Tannehill can only hope Martin returns the favor.
After losing All-Pro left tackle Jake Long to the open market, the Dolphins didn't address the position in free agency despite handful of visits and opted not to take one of the drafts high-profile left tackles. (photo: June Rivera, Flickr)
So it's all up to the sophomore Martin, who started 12 games on the right side and four on the left during his rookie season, to keep the second-year quarterback Tannehill's jersey clean.
After losing All-Pro left tackle Jake Long to the open market, the Dolphins didn't address the position in free agency despite handful of visits and opted not to take one of the drafts high-profile left tackles. (photo: June Rivera, Flickr)
So it's all up to the sophomore Martin, who started 12 games on the right side and four on the left during his rookie season, to keep the second-year quarterback Tannehill's jersey clean.
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Pouncey on Martin: 'Left tackle is his position'
BY NICK ST. DENIS
Prior to the 2013 offseason, the Miami Dolphins were expected to acquire a left tackle in free agency or early in the draft if they were to lose Jake Long. That idea is long gone.
Miami seemingly will leave second-year tackle Jonathan Martin, who filled in for the injured Long down the stretch last season after starting at right tackle, with the responsibility of protecting second-year quarterback Ryan Tannehill's blindside.
At least one Dolphin -- the team's best offensive lineman -- is confident Martin will be OK.
Miami seemingly will leave second-year tackle Jonathan Martin, who filled in for the injured Long down the stretch last season after starting at right tackle, with the responsibility of protecting second-year quarterback Ryan Tannehill's blindside.
At least one Dolphin -- the team's best offensive lineman -- is confident Martin will be OK.
Monday, April 22, 2013
Dolphins consider Martin at left tackle a 'last resort'
BY NICK ST. DENIS
The Miami Dolphins have yet to secure a replacement for left tackle Jake Long, who was lost to free agency. So with the 2013 NFL Draft looming a few days ahead, talk has heated up regarding how the team will fill that void.
If somehow the Dolphins get through this week without a new projected starter, they could continue to try and develop second-year tackle Jonathan Martin, who moved from right to left last year in spelling the injured Long.
But according to Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald, "That's not what the team wants." (photo: photo-gator, Flickr)
If somehow the Dolphins get through this week without a new projected starter, they could continue to try and develop second-year tackle Jonathan Martin, who moved from right to left last year in spelling the injured Long.
But according to Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald, "That's not what the team wants." (photo: photo-gator, Flickr)
Friday, February 8, 2013
Dolphins will be young again next year 'by design'
BY NICK ST. DENIS
The Miami Dolphins were the second youngest team in the NFL last season, and there won't be any kind of dramatic age jump in 2013.
Dolphins general manager Jeff Ireland has nine picks to work with in the draft -- including five in the first 82 and the 12th overall selection. (photo: photo-gator, Flickr)
"... we’re looking forward to hitting on those,” Ireland said this week, via MiamiDolphins.com. “We’ll have another young team next year and that was all by design.”
Dolphins general manager Jeff Ireland has nine picks to work with in the draft -- including five in the first 82 and the 12th overall selection. (photo: photo-gator, Flickr)
"... we’re looking forward to hitting on those,” Ireland said this week, via MiamiDolphins.com. “We’ll have another young team next year and that was all by design.”
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Dolphins' Martin confident on either side of O-line
BY NICK ST. DENIS
Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Jonathan Martin started all 16 games of his rookie season. So first things first, he deserves credit for that.
Martin wasn't stellar in his inaugural year, but he certainly didn't make a bad name for himself. He started his first 11 games at right tackle and moved to the left side when veteran Jake Long, who could be a goner after this season, was lost to injury.
“I’ll play either side," Martin said Monday, a day after the team's season-finale loss to the New England Patriots, via Dolphins.com. "I feel good at both left and right tackle so whatever I’m asked to do I’ll be willing to step up and play and do it."
Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Jonathan Martin started all 16 games of his rookie season. So first things first, he deserves credit for that.Martin wasn't stellar in his inaugural year, but he certainly didn't make a bad name for himself. He started his first 11 games at right tackle and moved to the left side when veteran Jake Long, who could be a goner after this season, was lost to injury.
“I’ll play either side," Martin said Monday, a day after the team's season-finale loss to the New England Patriots, via Dolphins.com. "I feel good at both left and right tackle so whatever I’m asked to do I’ll be willing to step up and play and do it."
Monday, December 10, 2012
Wake outduels Smith, but he'd trade it for a win
BY NICK ST. DENIS
Cameron Wake made another mark on the map of elite pass rushers Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers.
The Miami Dolphins defensive end sacked quarterback Colin Kaepernick three times, forcing a fumble on one. He totaled six tackles, with two for a loss. However, his team still lost 27-13.
“I would give away every sack I got (14 on the season) for a winning record and the opportunities that we’re not capitalizing on,” Wake after the game, via MiamiDolphins.com.
Cameron Wake made another mark on the map of elite pass rushers Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers.
The Miami Dolphins defensive end sacked quarterback Colin Kaepernick three times, forcing a fumble on one. He totaled six tackles, with two for a loss. However, his team still lost 27-13.
“I would give away every sack I got (14 on the season) for a winning record and the opportunities that we’re not capitalizing on,” Wake after the game, via MiamiDolphins.com.
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
NFL sack leader ready to face 'serviceable' Martin
BY NICK ST. DENIS
Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Jonathan Martin will be going up against his former college coach Jim Harbaugh this coming Sunday, but that's probably the last thing on his mind these days.
NFL sack leader Aldon Smith likely has most of Martin's attention. (photo: Bay Area Bias, Flickr)
With left tackle Jake Long going on Injured Reserve this week, Martin, a rookie, will move from right tackle to the blindside just in time to travel to San Francisco to face Smith and Harbaugh's red-hot 49ers.
Smith leads the NFL in sacks with 17.5 and is ready to pin back his ears facing a young lineman who he referred to as "serviceable."
NFL sack leader Aldon Smith likely has most of Martin's attention. (photo: Bay Area Bias, Flickr)
With left tackle Jake Long going on Injured Reserve this week, Martin, a rookie, will move from right tackle to the blindside just in time to travel to San Francisco to face Smith and Harbaugh's red-hot 49ers.
Smith leads the NFL in sacks with 17.5 and is ready to pin back his ears facing a young lineman who he referred to as "serviceable."
Monday, August 20, 2012
Fins need right side of offensive line to improve fast
BY SEAN DONOVAN
The Miami Dolphins entered the season concerned about the right side of their offensive line. After two preseason games, neither of their new acquisitions have done much to quell those concerns.
Right guard Artis Hicks and right tackle Jonathan Martin were routinely pushed back or beaten in Friday's preseason tilt with the Carolina Panthers. The pressure created by the Panthers' defensive starters resulted in sacks, tackles in the backfield and batted balls at the line of scrimmage.
Particularly disappointing was Martin, who was utterly dominated by Panthers' defensive end Charles Johnson both in pass protection and run blocking. Johnson tallied two sacks and drew a holding penalty on the rookie in about a quarter of work.
"Everyone can tell it wasn't my best performance," Martin said, according to the South Florida Sun Sentinel. "There are little things I've got to correct. I give the Carolina defenders a lot of credit, but I was beating myself out there."
Martin's display on Friday was reminiscent of Miami's 2011 starting right tackle Marc Colombo, whose miserable play prompted the Dolphins to take Martin in the second round of April's draft. Martin even donned No. 71, the jersey number worn by Colombo last season.
The Miami Dolphins entered the season concerned about the right side of their offensive line. After two preseason games, neither of their new acquisitions have done much to quell those concerns.
Particularly disappointing was Martin, who was utterly dominated by Panthers' defensive end Charles Johnson both in pass protection and run blocking. Johnson tallied two sacks and drew a holding penalty on the rookie in about a quarter of work.
"Everyone can tell it wasn't my best performance," Martin said, according to the South Florida Sun Sentinel. "There are little things I've got to correct. I give the Carolina defenders a lot of credit, but I was beating myself out there."
Martin's display on Friday was reminiscent of Miami's 2011 starting right tackle Marc Colombo, whose miserable play prompted the Dolphins to take Martin in the second round of April's draft. Martin even donned No. 71, the jersey number worn by Colombo last season.
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