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The Splash Zone 7/30/16: News And Notes From Day 1 Of Training Camp

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

The Miami Dolphins and head coach Adam Gase had their first practice together at training camp yesterday. There are a ton of notes from yesterday including the reinstatement of defensive end Dion Jordan. The Dolphins also placed five players on the PUP list, but Gase said they should be able to go within a few days. There was a ton of news yesterday, so feel free to check out all these articles.

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

Cohen: Quick Hits From The First Training Camp Practice
The Dolphins began training camp Friday morning on a hot, clear day and what follows are some observations and insights after a practice that lasted just under two hours.

Stephen Ross

Ross Excited About State Of The Dolphins
Ross used the word "excited" to talk about Head Coach Adam Gase, who is beginning his first training camp with the Dolphins after being hired in January.

Dolphins owner Stephen Ross: ‘I have great expectations’ | The Daily Dolphin
Another year brings renewed optimism for Dolphins owner Stephen Ross. "Everybody starts undefeated with great expectations," Ross said today before the team’s first practice of the preseason. "This year I’m particularly excited.

Adam Gase

Gase Likes Energy Of Camp's First Practice
The Dolphins practiced for approximately 90 minutes at the revamped Baptist Health Training Facility at Nova Southeastern University, where fans got to enjoy the new canopy covering the stands and providing shade.

Miami Dolphins coach Adam Gase is tied to quarterback Ryan Tannehill | Miami Herald
Miami Dolphins coach Adam Gase opens training camp so committed to quarterback Ryan Tannehill, he would go to great extremes to make sure the player feels good about the 2016 NFL season.

Dolphins Quarterbacks

Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill: 'There's urgency every year' - Miami Dolphins Blog- ESPN
Ryan Tannehill is likely facing the most pressure to excel in his five-year career, coming off a six-win season after signing a $96 million extension.

Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill enjoys trash talking with coach Adam Gase | The Daily Dolphin
DAVIE – Dolphin head coach Adam Gase doesn’t limit his trash talking to the defense. Gase likes to get inside the head of his defensive players, warning them that his offense is coming at them. And he is prepared to hear it back.

Tannehill Enjoying Fatherhood
The quarterback's wife, Lauren, gave birth Sunday to a baby boy who came in at 7 pounds, 9 ounces.

Dolphins Running Backs

CAMP NOTEBOOK: Ajayi Happy To Have Foster; Other Notes
Running back Jay Ajayi was projected as the clear-cut starter at running back before the arrival of Foster, but regardless of what happens he said he was going to focus on his own work during training camp.

Dolphins Defensive Line

PRESS RELEASE: Jordan Reinstated On Conditional Basis
Dolphins defensive end may join team at training camp; NFL to evaluate progress before start of season

Work just beginning for Miami Dolphins DE Dion Jordan - Miami Dolphins Blog- ESPN
Former first-round pick Dion Jordan will get a fresh start with a new coaching staff, but it's also a staff that won't hesitate to move on without him.

Dolphins Rookie Class

Training camp preview: How good is Miami Dolphins 2016 draft class? | The Daily Dolphin
Note: With Dolphins training camp set to begin today, the Palm Beach Post used the past week to take a look at the five biggest questions surrounding the team. We conclude our training camp preview with a look at which rookies can make an immediate impact for Miami this season.

Dolphins Offseason

PRESS RELEASE: Dolphins Place Five Players On PUP
Team will start camp with two cornerbacks, two running backs and a linebacker on the active/physically unable to perform list.

Phinsider News You May Have Missed

The Splash Zone 7/29/16: Adam Gase Ready For His First Dolphins Camp - The Phinsider
Welcome to the Splash Zone, the quickest way to get your day started off right. We bring you a rundown of Miami Dolphins news from the last 24 hours.

Dolphins place five players on physically unable to perform list - The Phinsider
Prior to the team’s first practice, which is scheduled for 9 AM EST, the Dolphins have placed five players on the team’s physically unable to perform list. Below is a list of those players. W...

Miami Dolphins training camp live chat - Practice 1, July 29 - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins hit the practice field for the first time during their 2016 training camp on Friday. The day started with the news that five players, running back Arian Foster, cornerback Xavien...

Dion Jordan suspension ends; Where should Dolphins play him? - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins are getting back Dion Jordan after the league announced his conditional reinstatement. The question is, do the coaches see the team getting a defensive end or a linebacker?

Michael Thomas working at starting free safety, nickel cornerback - The Phinsider
Miami Dolphins safety Michael Thomas spent the first day of training camp on Friday working as the starting free safety next to 2016 Pro Bowl selection Reshad Jones, according to the Miami Herald’s...

Dion Jordan reinstated by NFL ending 15-month suspension - The Phinsider
The NFL has reinstated Miami Dolphins defensive end Dion Jordan.

Cardinals at Dolphins Week 14 team preview - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins’s final non-AFC East opponent this season will be the Arizona Cardinals, who will head to Miami in Week 14. The Cardinals will be the fifth different 2015 Playoff team Miami...

Jake Long does not sign injury waiver with Ravens, remains free agent - The Phinsider
Former Miami Dolphins number one overall draft pick Jake Long appeared set to resume his career with the Baltimore Ravens, agreeing to a contract with the team. On Friday, however, Long refused to...

In Adam Gase We Trust - The Phinsider
For several long, excruciating seasons, the Miami Dolphins have filled their fans with false hope. In 2005, Miami landed Nick Saban, the greatest "college" head coach of all time. Surely, he...

Jakeem Grant continues to impress during first day of training camp - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins have a speedster that could turn into a special player in Jakeem Grant.