Miami Dolphins News You May Have Missed - 12/29/12

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

DOLPHINS at PATRIOTS:

Dolphins out of playoffs, but have plenty of motivation - South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com
The Miami Dolphins (7-8) are out of the playoff picture, but a victory against New England allows them to avoid some depressing accomplishments.

Miami Dolphins know stats can be deceiving with New England... | www.palmbeachpost.com
History tells us you can throw out the statistics when it comes to breaking down the New England Patriots’ defense.

DOLPHINS OFFENSE:

Miami Dolphins Depth chart - Offense (season finale) - South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com
It is irresponsible to go shopping if you don't know what's on the grocery list, or what's back home on the shelves, or in the fridge.

DOLPHINS QUARTERBACKS:

Ryan Tannehill excelling in play-action - AFC East Blog - ESPN
If you give Ryan Tannehill an effective running game, he will carve up opposing defenses with his arm.

Tannehill And Pouncey Forming A Bond; Other Notes
Young quarterback and center provide bright future for Dolphins.

DOLPHINS WIDE RECEIVERS:

Dolphins' Binns learning on run - South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com
Dolphins' Binns learning on run

DOLPHINS DEFENSIVE LINE:

Dolphins may capitalize on Jared Odrick’s versatility at defensive line - Miami Dolphins - MiamiHerald.com
Although he is a natural defensive end, Jared Odrick has made some of his best plays in the interior of the line, and Miami might want to take advantage of that.

DOLPHINS SPECIAL TEAMS:

Fields Selected As Dolphins Nominee For Walter Payton NFL Man Of The Year Award
Fields nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.

DOLPHINS OFF-SEASON:

Miami Dolphins face off-season decisions on several core... | www.palmbeachpost.com
The Dolphins have one game left in the 2012 season. And when the final whistle blows around 7:30 p.m.

Miami Dolphins’ recent signees might make impact in 2013 | www.palmbeachpost.com
The Dolphins still have one game left in the 2012 season, but General Manager Jeff Ireland and coach Joe Philbin have already been making roster moves with 2013 in mind.

PHINSIDER NEWS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED:

NFL Franchise Tags and the Miami Dolphins - The Phinsider
The 2012 NFL regular season is coming to an end this weekend, with 20 of the league's 32 teams going home for the winter and starting their planning for the 2013 season. The league, meanwhile, has begun their own work for 2013.

Gillette No Debate Question: Who is this year's offensive MVP? - The Phinsider
The SB Nation NFL bloggers have voted on year end awards as the NFL season comes to its conclusion. Check out our awards, let us know who think deserves each award, and check out our Gillette Question of the Week: Who is the offensive MVP?

Miami Dolphins Logo Change - Your Submissions - The Phinsider
For almost a year now, the Miami Dolphins have been working with the NFL for a new logo. Over the last week, the internet has been abuzz with a possible rendition of the new logo leaked. But, what would you submit if given the opportunity?

Miami Dolphins at New England Patriots: What to Watch For - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins take on the New England Patriots this Sunday. Here are some of the things that we think you should watch. But, of course, we also want to hear, what are you watching for?

Miami Dolphins News You May Have Missed - 12/28/12 - The Phinsider
A collection of Miami Dolphins stories from around the internet over the past 24 hours. Today's articles include Matt Moore has a decision to make this offseason, Dimitri Patterson could be a waiver find, and a look at Joe Philbin.

Dolphins Noominate Brandon Fields for Walter Payton Man of the Year Award - The Phinsider

The Miami Dolphins have nominated punter Brandon Fields for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award. The award is given annually by the NFL to honor a player's volunteer and charity work, as well as his excellence on the field.

Final Dolphins Big Board of 2012 - The Phinsider

With the new year and a crop of BCS bowl games just around the corner, it's time to review the college prospects who are most likely to end up in Dolphins colors next spring.