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The Splash Zone - 3/10/16: Taking A Look At All The Moves Miami Has Made So Far

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Welcome to the Splash Zone, the quickest way to get your day started off right. We bring you a run down of the Miami Dolphins news from the last 24 hours.

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The Dolphins made it official and announced the additions of Mario Williams, Byron Maxwell, and Kiko Alonso yesterday. There was a little hiccup in the trade for Maxwell and Alonse, but if eventually went through and the Dolphins obtained two new players. The Dolphins also announced that they released Brent Grimes, who made the Pro Bowl last year. Miami also added some safety help by signing  Isa Abdul-Quddus.

You can check out that story here, and the rest of the day's round-up below.

Dolphins lose more than they gain as free agency begins | www.palmbeachpost.com
Free agency began with a bang in Miami, but this time it was mostly players exiting the building.

Dolphins Offensive Line

Sam Young signs with Dolphins | ProFootballTalk
Tackle Sam Young will be staying in Florida for the second straight season, but he won't be back in Jacksonville. PFT has learned, via league source, that the Dolphins have signed Young to a one-year deal. It's a $910,000 contract for the former Jaguar, Bill and Cowboy.

Dolphins Defensive Line

New Miami Dolphin Mario Williams: I have something to prove | Miami Herald
The knock on Mario Williams last year in Buffalo was his effort. Does he still have the desire to play the game? Williams insisted he did Wednesday — and credited Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross for helping inspire him.

Joining Dolphins Was A "No-Brainer" For Williams
The four-time Pro Bowl defensive end joined the Dolphins after spending the past three seasons with the Buffalo Bills.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS: Mario Williams
Get an in-depth statistical look at Dolphins defensive end Mario Williams.

Dolphins Secondary

Miami Dolphins sign safety Isa Abdul-Quddus | Miami Herald
The Dolphins signed safety Isa Abdul-Quddus to a three-year, $12.75 million contract — starter money for a player who has started just 16 games in his career.

PRESS RELEASE: Dolphins Release Grimes
The cornerback joined the Dolphins as an unrestricted free agent on March 30, 2013

Dolphins 2016 Offseason

PRESS RELEASE: Dolphins Acquire Alonso, Maxwell In Trade With Eagles
Miami has acquired linebacker Kiko Alonso and cornerback Byron Maxwell and the No. 13 overall pick in the 2016 NFL draft in a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles.

After hitting snag, Dolphins-Eagles trade finally is official | FOX Sports
The reported trade between the Miami Dolphins and Philadelphia Eagles, which would send linebacker Kiko Alonso and cornerback Byron Maxwell to Miami, is being held up over injury concerns, according to reports.

Dolphins focused on winning now, but moves are a bit puzzling | Miami Herald
The Dolphins’ planned demolition is starting to take a curious shape in that Miami is so far getting rid of its problematic, undistinguished or overpaid players, and replacing them with someone else’s problematic, undistinguished or overpaid players.

Phinsider News You May Have Missed

The Splash Zone - 3/9/16: Dolphins Sign Mario Williams To A Two-Year Contract - The Phinsider
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Around SB Nation: What Other NFL Blogs Are Discussing - The Phinsider
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Dolphins trade for Byron Maxwell, Kiko Alonso could be off due to Maxwell injury - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins may back out of a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles due to a shoulder injury to cornerback Byron Maxwell.

NFL Free Agency Rumor Tracker AFC East update (Wednesday): Patriots - The Phinsider
We take a tour around the AFC East to see what the Miami Dolphins' division rivals are doing in free agency thus far.

Mario Williams Salary And Cap Numbers For Dolphins Reported - The Phinsider
Mario Williams Salary And Cap Numbers For Dolphins Reported

Dolphins rescind Olivier Vernon transition tag - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins have pulled the transition tag from Olivier Vernon.

Is Jay Ajayi Ready to be the Featured Back in Miami? - The Phinsider
As Free Agency is set to officially begin on Wednesday, several NFL teams are salivating over the possibility of acquiring Lamar Miller. The question now is whether or not Jay Ajayi is capable of filling the void.

Dolphins free agency 2016 shopping list 2.0: Updated following legal tampering period - The Phinsider
We update our Dolphins shopping list as the NFL's legal tampering period comes to a close and free agency begins.

Poll: Fan reaction to Dolphins trade for Byron Maxwell, Kiko Alonso - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins and the Philadelphia Eagles agreed to a trade (then it was off, then it was back on) that sent linebacker Kiko Alonso and cornerback Byron Maxwell to South Florida. In exchange,...

The Five Stages of Grief: Miami Dolphins Free Agency Edition - The Phinsider
At some point in life, we all deal with sorrow. Adverse circumstances affect everyone. For fans of the Miami Dolphins, this also extends into your sports existence, and there is no time that leaves fans more vulnerable than the month of March.

Matt Forte joining the Jets according to Adam Schefter - The Phinsider
The New York Jets will add free agent running back Matt Forte, according to a report.

Dolphins release Brent Grimes team announces - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins have officially announced the release of Pro Bowl cornerback Brent Grimes.

Miami Dolphins 2016 NFL free agency rumors tracker (Wednesday): News, reports, trades, signings, and updates - The Phinsider
A daily update of all the rumors, news, and more for the Miami Dolphins in free agency.

Dolphins free agency 2016 news: Miami signing Isa Abdul-Quddus - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins have agreed to terms with Detroit Lions safety Isa Abdul-Quddus, according to ESPN's Adam Caplan. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport added that the three-year contract is worth $12.75...

Phinsider Flash Poll: Would you have given Olivier Vernon $17 Million to keep him? - The Phinsider
Phinsider Flash Poll: Would you have given Olivier Vernon $17 Million to keep him?

Lamar Miller signing with Houston Texans as NFL 2016 Free Agency begins - The Phinsider
Running back Lamar Miller will sign with the Houston Texans according to a report.

Olivier Vernon to the Giants in 2016 NFL Free Agency - The Phinsider
Former Miami Dolphins defensive end Olivier Vernon will join the New York Giants.