The Splash Zone 10/25/19: Xavien Howard Plans To Play Against Steelers

The Dolphins best defensive player has missed the past two games and he is ready to go. Xavien Howard said he plans on playing against the Steelers on Monday night, but that is up to the coaching staff. He was expected to play against the Bills, but the coaches played it safe and sat their star player for another week.

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

Miami Dolphins’ Xavien Howard: I’m ready to play after missing two games - Sports - The Palm Beach Post - West Palm Beach, FL
Xavien Howard is looking forward to the spotlight of Monday Night Football

Brian Flores

Brian Flores shows he’s coaching two steps ahead of opponents | Miami Herald
Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores has been using a strategy that lulls opponents into thinking he’s playing conservative when he has a gamble planned the next play.

Dolphins Linebackers

Linebacker Vince Biegel's Best Is Yet To Come
The versatile linebacker is feeling comfortable—and playing well—in South Florida.

Dolphins at Steelers

I Said It: Gearing Up For Monday Night In Pittsburgh
Brian Flores and the Dolphins have begun to prepare for the Steelers.

Former Dolphins

Minkah Fitzpatrick doesn’t expect “unfriendly” reaction from Dolphins – ProFootballTalk
The Dolphins will be in Pittsburgh on Monday night and that means a reunion is in the cards for Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick. Fitzpatrick was a member of the Dolphins until the Steelers sent a first-round pick to Miami to acquire him earlier this year.

Phinsider news You May Have Missed

Miami Dolphins News 10/24/19: Younger Players Stepping Up - 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.

Could the Miami Dolphins have interest in New England Patriots’ WR Josh Gordon? - The Phinsider
The 28-year old WR could be released by New England and placed on waivers, once he clears medically.

NFL Trade Rumors: Kenyan Drake drawing interest? - The Phinsider
The annual NFL trade deadline is 4pm ET the Tuesday after Week 8 of the regular season. This year, that falls on October 29, giving us just five days before all trades must be completed or will...