Happy Valley? Nov 6, 2009
(3-5) at (7-1), noon, ESPNU THE BUZZ: The Panthers are off to their best start since 1982, when Dan Marino was their starting quarterback. Pitt has won six of the past seven in the rivalry, which comes on the heels of Syracuse winning 11 of 12. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Fla. Firm's Attorneys Rally Their Defenses as Partner Faces Fraud Allegations Nov 6, 2009
John McCain, Florida Gov. Charlie Crist, former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson and Miami Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino. Facing the possibility of arrest, Rothstein has reportedly spent time with federal agents since returning to the country earlier this week. (Law.com)
Postgame Notes: 49ers-Colts Nov 6, 2009
QB Manning became the 4th QB with 4,000+ career completions (, Dan Marino, John Elway), and he did it in his 183rd career game, the fastest pace to that plateau (193, Marini; 196, Favre, 227, Elway). Sundays win marked Mannings 38th fourth quarter/overtime game-winning drive and second this season. (InsideTennessee.com)
Lewis, Wannstedt Up For Maxwell Awards Nov 6, 2009
Pitt is 7-1 record, its best mark after eight games since the 1982 season when Dan Marino was the quarterback. Pitt also had a 7-1 start that season and finished 11-1. (PittInsiders.com)
Pryor, Clark took different paths to QB jobs Nov 5, 2009
A 6-foot-6 phenom from a western Pennsylvania region known as the Cradle of Quarterbacks for producing the likes of Dan Marino, Joe Montana and Joe Namath, Pryor was the only player in state high school history to rush for more than 4,000 yards and throw for more than 4,000 in a career. In contrast, Clark was a mid-level recruit upon graduating from Ursuline High in Youngstown in 2004. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Slow and steady Nov 4, 2009
Pitt's 7-1 start is the program's best since 1982, when Dan Marino was the quarterback. That also is the last time the Panthers were ranked No. 1. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
RRA's demise to have trickle-down impact Nov 3, 2009
The foundation has an announcement that features Dan Marino, cigar maker Carlos Fuente Jr. and the Bova Group, inviting the public to the 9th Annual Cigar Dinner on Nov. 10 at 450 East Las Olas, the site of the former Jackson's Steakhouse ... In February, the foundation is planning the Rothstein Rosenfeld Adler/Dan Marino Celebrity Golf Tournament at the Grande Oaks Golf Club in Davie ... A 2008 IRS filing by the indicated it had paid or approved $445,000 in contributions and gifts $200,000 for... (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Law firm founder missing Nov 3, 2009
How will this effect Jeb Bush s golf tournament and Dan Marinos event that he is participateing in ... Dan Marino snorts coke in the back of Runway 84. (The Palm Beach Post)
RB Storm Johnson commits to Miami Hurricanes Nov 2, 2009
5:55 pm November 1, 2009, by Chip Towers. Storm Johnson landed nicely after LSU reneged on him this summer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Loganville RB commits to Miami Nov 2, 2009
RB Storm Johnson commits to Miami Hurricanes. 5:55 pm November 1, 2009, by Chip Towers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Bests & worsts Nov 2, 2009
Manning joined Brett Favre, Dan Marino and John Elway as the only player to reach that plateau. -- Highest water mark: The Texans' 31-10 win in Buffalo improved their record to 5-3. (USA Today -- Sports)
Favre leads Vikings past Packers in Lambeau return Nov 2, 2009
Favre's TD binge tied Dan Marino for one of the few records the former Dolphins quarterback still holds with 21 career games of at least four TD tosses. Just two years ago, Favre led Green Bay to a 7-1 start, too. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Chargers continue dominance of Raiders Nov 2, 2009
It's the 21st time Favre has thrown four or more touchdowns in a game, tying him with Dan Marino for the most such contests in NFL history. Adrian Peterson rushed for 97 yards and a score on 25 carries for Minnesota (7-1), which was coming off its first loss of the season last week, a 27-17 defeat at Pittsburgh. (ABC 7 News, DC)
KevinArmstrongInside College Football Pitt's frosh sensation came from nowhere to become a top back. Oct 30, 2009
"He just shut up like Dan Marino and Curtis Martin did when they were here.". Running backs coach David Walker noted Dion's ability to process things. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
AndyStaplesInside College Football Georgia could save its subpar season by de-railing Florida's. Oct 30, 2009
In that game, the Bulldogs made Volunteers quarterback/punching bag Jonathan Crompton look like Dan Marino. Also, after another lackluster performance by the Georgia offense, coordinator Mike Bobo shifted from the press box to the sideline. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Cardinals Defense Gets Pat on the Back Oct 29, 2009
He and Dan Marino are the fastest to reach the mark. -- RB Beanie Wells has the skills to be a top-flight runner in the NFL, but he's fumbling too much. (BarkBoard.com)
Cardinals Hit the Road for Big-Time Game Oct 29, 2009
Only Dan Marino reached that mark as fast. He also did it 114 games. (StateFans.com)
Game Scout: Week 7, AZ Cardinals @ NY Giants Oct 28, 2009
FAST FACTS: Warner tied Dan Marino as the fastest players to reach 30,000 career passing yards (114 career games). Giants rookie WR has a touchdown reception in three consecutive games. (GoBlueWolverine.com)
A-Rod the lightning rod for Series Oct 28, 2009
The idea of seeing A-Rod this close to his first championship at age 34 hasnt yet turned into the sentimental journey it was for other ring-chasing greats such as Don Mattingly or Dan Marino or John Elway. Is it because this latest A-Rod incarnation is still too new to trust. (MSNBC -- Sports)
TOP 25 COLLEGE FOOTBALL: No. 1 Alabama escapes with 12-10 win over Tennessee Oct 25, 2009
The Panthers (4-0 in Big East) are 7-1 for the first time since 1982 Dan Marino s senior season and the last time Pitt was ranked No. 1. They made this one look easy as Stull completed his first 11 passes against a Bulls defense that appeared geared to stopping Lewis at the start, before he took over and run for 111 yards in three quarters to push his season s total to 1,029 yards. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Steelers: Favre vs. Big Ben ... A rare Sunday Oct 25, 2009
Roethlisberger, 27, grew up worshipping five quarterbacks -- Joe Montana, John Elway, Dan Marino, Jim Kelly and Favre, in that order. He copied Elway's number and has already matched him in Super Bowl victories (two). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Full Story Oct 25, 2009
Nearly 10 years after Dan Marino retired, the Dolphins believe they've finally found a franchise quarterback. Henne likes the idea of filling that role. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
For the defense Oct 25, 2009
A 41-14 rout of USF makes the Panthers 7-1 for the first time since 1982, when Dan Marino quarterbacked Pitt to its last No. 1 ranking. Was this the same guy who was sacked five times and committed four turnovers in a 26-18 loss at last week. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Panthers trying to regain long lost status Oct 24, 2009
Dan Marino was a senior the previous time Pitt began a season 7-1, and that season, 1982, was also the tail end of the Panthers' run as one of college football's elite programs. Pitt finished that regular season 9-2 and lost to Southern Methodist University in the Cotton Bowl. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Bulls, Panthers set for showdown Oct 24, 2009
The last time Pitt had a chance to be this good so late in a season, the Panthers were ranked No. 1 and Dan Marino was their quarterback. That was 1982, so long ago that none of the current Panthers players was born. (Florida Today)
Georgia Tech keeps rolling at Virginia Oct 24, 2009
The last time the Panthers were 7-1 was in 1982 when Dan Marino led them to a 9-1 start. Pittsburgh has found a star in freshman running back Dion Lewis, who is third in the nation in rushing at 131. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Warner Edges Closer to Hall of Fame Bid Oct 24, 2009
Warner accomplished the feat in 114 games, tying Dan Marino for the fewest games to reach the mark. "That's quite an accomplishment in the number of games that he did it," coach Ken Whisenhunt said. (HawkeyeNation.com)
Drew Brees: Pass? Oct 23, 2009
So who down here is to blame for passing on the only quarterback other than Dan Marino to throw for 5,000 yards in an NFL season, the man who led a 48-point assault just last week on the brawny New York Giants. Nobody, really. (The Palm Beach Post)
Uncovering myths, truths about the Wildcat Oct 22, 2009
" Yet the fallout won't stop falling around the Wildcat. Just this week, Dolphins legend Dan Marino said on his radio show how he, "wouldn't like running it," and ESPN's Ron Jaworski called it a, "gimmick and a gadget," as if Bob the Builder designed it. Question: Were people so grumpy about the forward pass in 1906? "We're all afraid of what we don't understand,'' says Dolphins running back Ronnie Brown, who, just so you know, isn't in the Wildcat position when he takes snap from center. That's... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Pitt Has Tough Final 5 Games Oct 22, 2009
"So, we should be ready to take our game to another level again this week. We've done it all season, as the competition continually improved as well. We just have to keep working hard and pushing ourselves to improve.'' Pitt's competition has improved markedly since the season began against Youngstown State, and USF certainly will be the Panthers' toughest opponent to date. So, improving to 7-1 won't be an easy task, but if accomplished it will be the first time the program reached that mark... (PittInsiders.com)
Oct. 21: Top pickups for Week 7 (23) Oct 22, 2009
I believe Henne is finally the answer at quarterback the Dolphins have been seeking since Dan Marino retired. Players I m not sold on: Pick up New England running back Laurence Maroney at your own peril. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Falcons to face the Brooking factor against Cowboys Oct 22, 2009
Tell that to Terry Bradshaw vs Dan Marino. Marino had the individual stats and wins and Terry Bradshaw has 4-rings/Marino-Zero. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Arizona finally shows Super Bowl form Oct 20, 2009
In the process, he surpassed 30,000 yards passing in 114 career games, tying Dan Marino as the fastest to do so in NFL history. "You're in the midst of so many other things right now that you don't ever think of individual stuff," Warner said. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Cards clip Seahawks at Qwest Field Oct 19, 2009
That tied Warner with Dan Marino as the fastest to reach 30,000 yards passing. They did it in their 114th career game. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Raiders gain some respect Oct 19, 2009
Warner finished 32 of 41 for 276 yards, and tied Dan Marino as the fastest QB to reach 30,000 yards passing, doing it in 114 games. Arizona s swarming defense held Seattle (2-4), which scored 41 points last week, to 128 yards and its fewest points in a home game since 2002. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Notes: No pity for Seattle Oct 19, 2009
Cards have no pity for Seahawks. Cards have no pity for Seahawks. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Driver suspended for wearing pink tie for cancer Oct 16, 2009
It's your first career NFL start, your team is winless, your receivers are crummy and everybody is watching to see if you will be Miami's first young franchise quarterback since iconic Dan Marino in 1983, or if you will be, well, a flaming bust. Hey no pressure, though. (Fresno Bee)
Looking Back At Week 5 Oct 15, 2009
2 percent), is the fastest quarterback to reach 50 300-yard games, surpassing Pro Football Hall of Famer Dan Marino (176 games). The most 300-yard passing games by a quarterback in NFL history. (PatriotsInsider.com)
AFC South: No rest for weary Titans Oct 14, 2009
"I didn't have the defense prepared the way they should have been, and I take full responsibility for that. I've never been involved in a game like that in my life; our offense did tremendous and gave us every opportunity to win the game...I'm just kind of at a loss for words with our defensive performance. We made that quarterback look like Dan Marino.". The silver lining in the loss was the evolution of an offense that seemed to go from mediocre to explosive with Edwards wearing a Jets uniform... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Dolphins outlast Jets in fourth-quarter shootout Oct 14, 2009
"I'm at a loss for words in terms of our defensive performance. We made [Henne] look like Dan Marino." The Jets acquired Edwards from the Cleveland Browns on Wednesday and wasted little time using their newest playmaker. After exchanging three-and-outs midway through the fourth quarter, Sanchez went deep down the field to Edwards, who nearly came up with a diving catch but drew a pass interference penalty on Will Allen that put the ball at the Miami three. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Are we entering a new golden age of QBs? Oct 14, 2009
Maybe Rex Ryan was more accurate than he knows when he took to the postgame podium Monday night in Miami and fumed that his defense made "that quarterback look like Dan Marino.'' The effective use of hyperbole by the first-year Jets head coach aside, all I know is that when Mark Sanchez isn't even the brightest young quarterback talent on the field in any given game, it's a very good development for the state of NFL passers. That was a statement game turned in by second-year Dolphins quarterback... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Henne transforms Dolphins' offense Oct 14, 2009
But Henne's long toss underscored the dramatic change his strong arm brings to Miami's offense, giving the Dolphins the deep threat they've lacked since Dan Marino retired nearly 10 years ago. "A tremendous throw," coach Tony Sparano said. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Secret legislative move leads to $20 million for project Oct 14, 2009
Textor also helped arrange for former Miami Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino, one of Textor's business partners, to attend Ambler's kickoff fund-raiser last month for Ambler's state Senate campaign ... Story should also mention that 2 weeks ago in Miami Dan Marino signed autographs at a david rivera fundraiser ... Story should also mention that 2 weeks ago in Miami Dan Marino signed autographs at a david rivera fundraiser. (The Palm Beach Post)
From the Opposing Locker Room Oct 14, 2009
We made that quarterback look like Dan Marino ... "LB CALVIN PACEOn tonights defensive performance: We didnt get off the field on third down enough. We didnt affect Chad Henne enough. Overall the defense we didnt lose the game we played a huge part in it. The offense did all they could do. We didnt do our part. We didnt get off the field. With that being said we have to move on and get better. Buffalo is not going to feel sorry for us.On Rex Ryan saying the Jets... (DolphinDigest.com)
Brown and wildcat carry Miami to win Oct 13, 2009
The lead changed hands five times in the fourth quarter as the game became a shootout reminiscent of the Dolphins' Dan Marino days. Filling that role was Chad Henne. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Running wild Oct 13, 2009
The game became a shootout reminiscent of the Dolphins Dan Marino days, and filling that role just fine was Chad Henne ... We made him look like Dan Marino, Jets linebacker Calvin Pace said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Dolphins rally, sack Jets 31-27 with late wildcat TD Oct 13, 2009
"We made their quarterback look like Dan Marino. "I've been a part of some bad defenses before, just not this bad. " Miami spoiled a promising debut by newly-acquired Jets wide receiver Braylon Edwards. He showed what a difference-maker he can be, catching one scoring pass and positioning two other touchdowns. Edwards, dealt away by the rebuilding after they tired of his off-field troubles and his dropped passes, made the most of his fresh start. He pulled in a 3-yard strike from Sanchez in the... (USA Today -- Sports)
The Call Of The Wild Doug Benc/Getty ImagesRonnie Brown (23) and the Dolphins gained 110 yards out of the Wildcat formation, which led to three touchdowns.Needing a late rally, the Dolphins fittingly turned to the Wildcat, writes Dave Hyde. Ronnie Brown scored on a two-yard keeper with six seconds remaining as Miami beat the Jets 33-27. Oct 13, 2009
The Dolphins' Dan Marino once faked spiking the ball and threw a winning touchdown ... "We made the quarterback look like Dan Marino,'' Ryan said. Easy, Dolphins fans. Take it easy. 4. Ryan needs work on his endgame. After the Dolphins converted third and 10 from the Jets 16, there was just under a minute left. The Jets had two timeouts. The Dolphins had the ball at the Jets 4. If Ryan takes a timeout, the Jets have some time when they get the ball back no matter how the Dolphins score. Instead,... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
NFL Notebook: What to look for in Week 5 Oct 12, 2009
8 percent), can also become the fastest quarterback to reach the 50-game mark, surpassing DAN MARINO (176 games). Warner (12,953) also needs 47 yards to reach 13,000 passing yards as a Cardinal. (SteelCitySports.com)
Peyton Manning third in TD passes Oct 12, 2009
Only Brett Favre (469) and Dan Marino (420) are ahead of Manning. Manning came into the game needing 36 yards to reach 50,000 yards passing for his career. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Colts stay perfect, down hapless Titans 31-9 Oct 12, 2009
He passed Fran Tarkenton and moved into third by himself, behind only Brett Favre and Dan Marino in that category. Indianapolis (5-0) has not lost since its last visit to Nashville and leaves now with a firm grip on the AFC South that the Colts have controlled all but the two seasons Tennessee has won the division. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Peyton moves up TD list as Colts roll Oct 12, 2009
He passed Fran Tarkenton and moved into third by himself, behind only Brett Favre and Dan Marino in that category. He also became the third quarterback in NFL history to have 70 games with a passer rating of 100 or better, the fourth time hes done it this season. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Prater's 41-yard FG in OT pushes Broncos past Pats Oct 12, 2009
Warner notched his 50th career 300-plus-yard game, and became the fifth quarterback in NFL history to record at least 50 300-plus-yard games, joining Dan Marino, Brett Favre, Peyton Manning and Dan Fouts. Tim Hightower had a rushing score and Larry Fitzgerald recorded two touchdowns and 79 yards on five grabs in the win. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Manuel latest endorser for Nutrisystem Oct 9, 2009
Manuel decided to try Nutrisystem after seeing testimonials to the company s meal plans from other sports celebrities, such as former Miami Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino and former Dolphins coach Don Shula, the company said. Most Read Stories. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
NFL: Saints beat Jets to keep record perfect Oct 6, 2009
Colts 34, Seahawks 17: At Indianapolis, Peyton Manning led the Colts on four touchdown drives, tied milestones established by Fran Tarkenton and Dan Marino and extended his team s regular-season victory streak to 13 ... The first TD pass went to Reggie Wayne, making Manning and Dan Marino the only quarterbacks in league history to throw 55 TD passes to two different receivers. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
* NFL: Saints down the high-flying Jets Oct 6, 2009
In Indianapolis, Indiana, Peyton Manning led the Colts to touchdowns on four of their first five drives, tied milestones established by Fran Tarkenton and Dan Marino and extended Indianapolis regular-season victory streak to 13 ... Only Dan Marino (420) and Brett Favre (469) have thrown more. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Steelers nearly blow big lead in win over Chargers Oct 6, 2009
He now trails just Dan Marino (420) and Brett Favre (469). Seneca Wallace, again playing in place of the injured Matt Hasselbeck, threw for 257 yards with a touchdown on 33- of-45 passing for Seattle, which scored two late touchdowns to make the score respectable. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Colts perfect, too Oct 5, 2009
Manning led the Colts to touchdowns on four of their first five drives Sunday, tied league marks established by Fran Tarkenton and Dan Marino and extended Indianapolis regular-season winning streak to 13 with a 34-17 victory over Seattle ... His first TD pass went to Reggie Wayne for a 5-yard score, making Manning and Dan Marino the only quarterbacks in league history to throw 55 TD passes to two different receivers. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Favre versus Cheeseheads: unimaginable but true Oct 5, 2009
Miami has gone from Chad Pennington, out for the season with yet another shoulder injury, to Chad Henne at quarterback the 14th QB to start since Dan Marino retired after the 1999 season. Cincinnati (2-1) at Cleveland (0-3). (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Catchphrase? A combination tough to beat Oct 5, 2009
Things are infractions today that were just part of the game in the days of Sammy Baugh, Y.A. Tittle, Johnny Unitas, Terry Bradshaw, Dan Marino, Joe Montana, John Elway, and even the early days of both Peyton Manning and, yup, Tom Brady. Lewis was practically apoplectic on the subject of roughing-the-passer calls on Haloti Ngata (touching Brady s head) and Terrell Suggs (a shot at the knees), plays that kept alive scoring drives. (Boston Globe)
Mannings differ this day Oct 5, 2009
Manning s first TD pass went 5 yards to Reggie Wayne, making Manning and Dan Marino the only quarterbacks in league history to throw 55 TD passes to two receivers. Manning threw 112 TDs to Marvin Harrison. (Boston Globe)
NFL Today, Week 4 Oct 5, 2009
Manning connected with Reggie Wayne and joined Dan Marino as the only quarterbacks in league history to throw 55 TD passes to two different receivers. Manning also tied Fran Tarkenton for No. 3 on the NFL's career list with 342, trailing only Marino (420) and Brett Favre (469). (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Former Bulldogs spark Broncos Oct 5, 2009
Colts 34, Seahawks 17: At Indianapolis, Peyton Manning led the Colts to touchdowns on four of their first five drives, tied milestones established by Fran Tarkenton and Dan Marino and extended Indianapolis' regular-season victory streak to 13. N.Y. Giants 27, Chiefs 16: At Kansas City, Mo. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Cook: Pitt's Stull has another fine night (Yesterday) Oct 4, 2009
Funny, I would have sworn it was Dan Marino leading Pitt past Louisville, 35-10. There's not much chance Stull will be booed by the home crowd next Saturday when Pitt plays Connecticut. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Game Scout: Bills/Dolphins Oct 4, 2009
The Dolphins are 1-3 in the postseason with their last meeting coming in a 1998 first rounder won by the Dolphins 24-17 on an 11-yard TD pass from Dan Marino to Lamar Thomas. The Dolphins swept the Bills last year for the first time since 2003 with the second meeting 16-3 in Rogers Centre in Toronto, the first regular-season NFL game ever played in Canada. (BillsReport.com)
