Miami Dolphins News You May Have Missed - 10/10/12

Here are the Miami Dolphins news stories you may have missed over the past 24 hours:

JEFF IRELAND:

GM Jeff Ireland remains target for some Dolphins fans - South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com
Despite the Dolphins' recent respectable performances, which has the team on the verge of producing a .500 record for the first time since the first month of the 2010 season, someone needs to remain the fan base's punching bag.

DOLPHINS OFFENSE:

So far, Miami Dolphins are long shot in short-yardage situations - Miami Dolphins - MiamiHerald.com
The Dolphins have struggled to convert short-yardage plays for first downs the past couple games but coordinator Mike Sherman has a plan to end the trend.

DOLPHINS OFFENSIVE LINE:

Richie Incognito: Miami Dolphins Player Profile
Here is a Player Profile for Richie Incognito from the Miami Dolphins.

DOLPHINS LINEBACKERS:

Dolphins promote Josh Kaddu up from practice squad - South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com
DAVIE - The Miami Dolphins used the vacancy on the team's 53-man roster to promote linebacker Josh Kaddu up from the practice squad.

DOLPHINS FREE AGENCY:

Dolphins free agents play for pay - South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com
The Miami Dolphins have plenty of cap space in 2013, but a ton of impending free agents, too

FORMER DOLPHINS:

Andy Cohen: Thomas and Taylor Share Special Bond
Jason Taylor and Zach Thomas shared a special bond on and off the field. Now they will share space on the stadium facade.

Hyde5: Five stories about Dolphin greats Thomas, Taylor - South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com
I wrote my column today on Jason Taylor and Zach Thomas going in the Dolphins Honor Roll on Sunday. Only Dan Marino is more popular in Dolphins history and Taylor and Thomas, so Sunday should be a fun ceremony. Here are five other thoughts that had to be cut from the column:

DOLPHINS COMMUNITY OUTREACH:

Dolphins Promote Exercise And Healthy Eating At Hometown Huddle
Payers and children play some of Dave and Buster’s interactive games to support the 14th annual Hometown Huddle.

Dolphins Shop For Halloween Costumes At Party City
Halloween came early this year thanks to the Dolphins.

PHINSIDER NEWS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED:

Miami Dolphins News You May Have Missed - 10/9/12 - The Phinsider
A collection of Miami Dolphins news stories from around the internet over the past 24 hours. Today's articles include the progress of Ryan Tannehill, the practice style of Kevin Coyle, and young offensive lineman playing great.

Miami Dolphins Week 5 Game Ball Fan Vote - The Phinsider
Following the Miami Dolphins defeat of the Cincinnati Bengals, it's time to look at the top individual performances for Miami. Our Game Ball of the Week nominees are Ryan Tannehill, Brian Hartline, Randy Starks, Reshad Jones and Brandon Fields.

An AFC East Review: Week 5 - The Phinsider
The Phinsider takes a look around the AFC East to see how the division did over the past weekend. How did the Bills, Jets, and Patriots do?

Miami Dolphins Running Back Reggie Bush Confirms Girlfriend Pregnant - The Phinsider
Miami Dolphins running back Reggie Bush has been the focal point of the Dolphins' offense this season. However, it's his personal life that became the story today when he confirmed his girlfriend, Lilit Avagyan, is pregnant.

Roger Goodell Reaffirms Player Suspensions in Bountygate Case - The Phinsider
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has reaffirmed the suspensions of four players based on their involvement in the New Orleans Saints' bounty program. Scott Fujita, Anthony Hargrove, Will Smith and Jonathan Vilma will all be suspended.