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The Splash Zone 9/1/17: Dolphins Defeat Vikings 30 - 9

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.

NFL: Miami Dolphins at Minnesota Vikings Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

Game four of the preseason is always fun to watch as everyone gets to watch these players battle for a roster spot. However, it may also be the last time some of these players will ever play football again. There were a few standout players from last night, but Jakeem Grant really stood out as the second year receiver was able to showcase his pass catching ability. Grant may be a thing this season.

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

For a few Miami Dolphins, the preseason finale was significant | The Daily Dolphin
Minneapolis — There was this moment after the third Miami Dolphins preseason game when I asked Mike Pouncey if I could safely assume he would not be playing in the fourth and final preseason game. The look on Pouncey's face was priceless.


Dolphins at Vikings

Hyde10: Ten thoughts on Dolphins preseason win at Minnesota - Sun Sentinel
Jakeem Grant had a big night; Chase Allen had a lot of tackles

Omar Kelly's 10 things we learned from the Dolphins' 30-9 win over the Vikings - Sun Sentinel
Despite sitting most of the starters, the Dolphins dominated the Minnesota Vikings during Thursday night’s preseason finale, as numerous players put together good performances before Miami has to trim the training camp roster from 90 to 53 players on Saturday. At this point it is difficult to say...


Dolphins Quarterbacks

NBC's Harrison says Dolphins' Cutler must change, not be perceived as selfish | Miami Herald
NBC’s NFL studio analysts like the Dolphins but have questions about Cutler.


Dolphins Wide Receivers

Report: NFL investigating Jarvis Landry domestic incident – ProFootballTalk
While Dolphins receiver Jarvis Landry continues to be investigated by authorities regarding an alleged domestic violence incident from earlier this year, the NFL is now doing its own investigation into the matter.


Dolphins Defensive Line

Late in career, Cam Wake’s impact on Miami Dolphins still immeas
Late in career, Cam Wake’s impact on Miami Dolphins still immeasurable

The Miami Dolphins plan at DL and for the specialists leading up to final preseason game and roster cuts | Miami Herald
☆Eighth in a series


Dolphins Secondary

The Miami Dolphins plan at DB heading into the final preseason game and roster cuts | Miami Herald
☆Sixth of a series

Jeremy Lane could be younger, cheaper cornerback option for Dolphins | The Daily Dolphin
The short-lived Joe Haden sweepstakes left the Miami Dolphins empty handed, but if the team is still in the market for a cornerback, another option may be available.


Dolphins Preseason

Miami Dolphins already winning -- at the ticket window | Miami Herald
Even as Las Vegas oddsmakers and NFL pundits have doubts about how successful the Miami Dolphins are going to be this season, their season-ticket buying fans seem to be all in for a good year.

NFL roster cuts: Five players the Dolphins could sign this weekend | The Daily Dolphin
Entering the final stretch of the preseason, the Miami Dolphins roster has yet to be set in stone. All 32 NFL teams have to get down to 53-man rosters by 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, cuts that will leave nearly 1,200 pro-caliber players without jobs.

Injuries, tough schedule will keep Miami Dolphins out of playoffs - Miami Dolphins Blog- ESPN
Preseason injuries changed expectations for the Dolphins, who will have an uphill climb to return to the playoffs.


Phinsider News You May Have Missed

The Splash Zone 8/31/17: The Plan For The Dolphins O-Line - 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.

Miami Dolphins preseason week 4: 5 players to watch - The Phinsider
The final chance to impress prior to roster cuts comes Thursday against the Vikings; here are five players to keep an eye on

Miami Dolphins | NFL Season Preview 2017

Miami Dolphins Rey Maualuga will not play in preseason finale versus Minnesota Vikings - The Phinsider
Linebacker Rey Maualuga will not make his Dolphins debut on Thursday night, according to a report.

Dolphins vs Vikings preseason 2017: Game time, TV schedule, online streaming channel, and more - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins complete the preseason schedule tonight with a game at the Minnesota Vikings. We have everything you need to know, including game time, how to watch on TV, listen on the radio, stream online, game odds, and lots more.