April 2007 - Miami Dolphins Wiretap
Huizenga Wants Mueller, Ricky Back In Miami
If Randy Mueller indeed decided to leave Miami to become the general manager of the Tennessee Titans, where he remains a candidate, Wayne Huizenga said, ``you're not being fair to a guy if you don't let him out of his contract.''
Mueller has yet to interview with the Titans, although the team has received permission from the Dolphins to do so. Huizenga urged he wants to see Mueller back with the Dolphins.
Huizenga also said he would not block the return of Williams, who is currently seeking reinstatement into the NFL after serving a one-year suspension. Instead, he would leave the future of Williams up to new coach Cam Cameron.
Dallas Hires Garrett As Coordinator; Will Interview Turner, Phillips
The Cowboys have hired Dolphins quarterbacks coach Jason Garrett as their offensive coordinator, and he remains a candidate for Dallas' vacant head coaching position, ESPN's Chris Mortensen reports.
A source told ESPN's Ed Werder on Wednesday night that team owner Jerry Jones considers Garrett, a former backup to quarterback Troy Aikman, to be one of the most promising offensive coaches in the league and was so determined to bring him back to the Cowboys organization that he would have been added to Bill Parcells' staff had Parcells decided to coach the final year of his contract.
Dallas Interviews Dolphins QB Coach Garrett
According to Cowboys sources, Miami Dolphins quarterbacks coach Jason Garrett was interviewing Wednesday with Dallas owner Jerry Jones to become the team's offensive coordinator.
Garrett left the Senior Bowl practice in Mobile, Ala., early Wednesday morning aboard a commercial flight to Dallas to meet with the Cowboys at their Valley Ranch team facility.
Judge Allows Tank Johnson To Play In Super Bowl
Bears defensive tackle Tank Johnson will play in the Super Bowl -- with court approval.
Cook County Judge John Moran granted a defense request Tuesday to allow Johnson to leave the state as he awaits trial on gun possession charges. The Bears will play the Colts in the Super Bowl in Miami on Feb. 4.
Defense attorney Lorna Propes said Johnson will be under no special restrictions or court supervision in Miami.
Ronnie Brown's SUV Available On eBay?
Ronnie Brown's 2006 Toyota Sequoia Limited is available on eBay, along with two tickets to this year's Super Bowl.
Update: The tickets are not Ronnie Brown's.
The current bid is $6,100.00 and the reserve has not been met.
The value is listed at over $60,000 and it mentions in the history section that it was 'Driven By NFL Star Ronnie Brown.'
Also included is a football signed by Brown.
It is not clear if Brown is the actual seller of the item.
Chan Gailey Staying At Georgia Tech
After interviewing for NFL coaching jobs in Pittsburgh and Miami, Chan Gailey said Friday he's staying at Georgia Tech.
Dolphins Hire Cameron
Cam Cameron will try to succeed where Nick Saban failed -- with the Miami Dolphins.
Miami concluded a two-week coaching search, hiring Cameron, the San Diego Chargers' offensive coordinator the past five seasons.
Cameron replaces Saban, who left for Alabama after a 6-10 season. Saban missed the playoffs in both years with Miami and left behind a roster that needs an overhaul because of an aging defense and a feeble offense.
Cameron On The Verge Of Becoming Miami's Head Coach
San Diego Chargers offensive coordinator Cam Cameron returned to the Miami Dolphins' complex Friday accompanied by general manager Randy Mueller, raising speculation the team might be on the verge of hiring a new coach.
Team owner Wayne Huizenga and chief executive Joe Bailey arrived earlier at the complex.
Cameron has been in South Florida since Wednesday, when he began a second round of interviews. The Dolphins, looking to replace Nick Saban who left for Alabama on Jan. 3, said Thursday they hoped to make a decision by Saturday.
Source: Cameron Has Second Interview With Miami
San Diego Chargers offensive coordinator Cam Cameron arrived in town Wednesday for a second interview with the Miami Dolphins, a person familiar with the team's search said.
The person requested anonymity because Dolphins officials declined comment and may be close to a decision.
Source: Mike Shula A Candidate For Dolphins' Job
The latest candidate to emerge for the Dolphins' coaching job has a big edge in name recognition: He's a Shula.
Mike Shula interviewed for the job Saturday, a person familiar with the team's search said Tuesday. The person requested anonymity because the Dolphins have declined to identify candidates.
Sources: Miami To Pay Capers; Brian Schottenheimer Next Head Coach?
Sources have confirmed that the Dolphins will make Dom Capers the highest-paid assistant coach in the NFL, and that the Jets' Brian Schottenheimer has emerged as a finalist for head coach.
Dolphins Interview Pete Carroll
Dolphins owner Wayne Huizenga flew Sunday to Costa Rica to interview USC coach Pete Carroll, and to find out whether or not he is interested in returning to the NFL.
Taylor Wins Defensive POY, Merriman Third
Dolphins DE Jason Taylor was named Friday the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year.
Shula Blasts Saban
Don Shula is apparently not too fond of Nick Saban and his decision to leave the Miami Dolphins to become head coach of Alabama.
Saban Takes Alabama Job
After two seasons with the Dolphins, Nick Saban will leave the franchise to become the head coach at Alabama.
Source Says Saban Will Take Alabama Job
Nick Saban will announce his decision at 10:00 AM EST.
Source: Saban To Decide By Tuesday About Alabama
Nick Saban has been offered a 10-year deal worth around $40 million in guarantees from Alabama.