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Manny Fernandez: The Phantom Was Here

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep

A California native, Manny Fernandez went undrafted out of the University of Utah, signing with the fledgling Miami Dolphins franchise in 1968 under then head coach, George Wilson. Fernandez was voted the Dolphins Outstanding Defensive Lineman his first five seasons with the team but his game began to raise to another level in 1970 as Don Shula took the helm. He was named a second team Pro Bowl performer that season and again in 1973, when he was also honored as the NFL's Unsung Player of the Year. As consistent as he was throughout his eight-year career, it was the Super Bowl that brought the best out of him. During the Dolphins' three consecutive Super Bowl appearances, Fernandez tallied 28 tackles and three sacks, including a 17 tackle, 1 sack performance in Super Bowl VII that many felt was worthy of the game's MVP rather than Fins safety, Jake Scott. In 2014, Yahoo! Sports ranked him as the 10th best player in Super Bowl history. In The Tank, Manny discussed his less than ideal relationship with his coach at Utah, revealed his reason for choosing Miami over two other teams interested in him out of college and recalled the dramatic change in Miami, as Don Shula's incredibly tough but highly effective style would change the franchise forever. Manny also shared the true story behind the legend of the alligator that turned up in the iconic coach's shower, the reason why a mysterious illness not only nearly caused him to miss his enshrinement in the Dolphins Honor Roll, but almost cost him his life, and explained why Zach Thomas may never go hunting with him again.

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Damion McIntosh: It Was a Crazy Time

Damion McIntosh joined the Miami Dolphins in 2004 with the hopes of blocking for one of the most productive rushing attacks in the NFL. A Ricky Williams retirement and Dave Wannstedt resignation changed things in an hurry, but Damion would go on to play and start at left tackle in 43 of the team's 48 games over the course of his three seasons with the Fins.

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Jamie Nails: Hard Head

Out of football in 2001, Jamie Nails resurrected his playing career with the Miami Dolphins in 2002 while helping to pave the way for the National Football League's leading rusher, Ricky Williams.

Contributors to this episode include Sevach Melton and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D.

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Tim Ruddy: On the Ball

A mainstay on the Miami Dolphins offensive line, Tim Ruddy played and started at center in 140 of the team's 144 games from 1995 to 2003. The Notre Dame grad was also widely recognized as one of the smartest players in the National Football League.

Contributors to this episode include Sevach Melton and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D.

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Richmond Webb: It's Humbling

A Pro Football Hall of Fame Semifinalist for the first time, Richmond Webb dives in to discuss this recent milestone, his spectacular Miami Dolphins career, and addresses misconceptions about his abilities.

Contributors to this episode include Sevach Melton and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D.

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Larry Shannon: Jumping out of the Gym

Larry Shannon arrived in Miami as a third-round draft pick with elite measurables and sky-high potential, but when Jimmy Johnson compared him to Randy Moss, the weight of those expectations quickly became a burden too heavy to bear. Injuries would derail Larry's Dolphins career, but could not stop him from finding his purpose.

Contributors to this episode include Sevach Melton and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D.

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Dedric Ward: All Go

After four seasons with one of the Miami Dolphins biggest rivals, Dedric Ward traded Jets green for aqua and orange and joined the Fins' wide receiver room in 2001.

Contributors to this episode include Sevach Melton and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D.

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Jermon Bushrod: Supersize

In 2016, Jermon Bushrod arrived in Miami with an impressive nine years of NFL experience, two Pro Bowl selections, and a Super Bowl championship, all while playing left tackle. With the Dolphins, he shifted to right guard and was instrumental in helping Jay Ajayi rush for 1,272-yards, the third-highest single-season total in franchise history.

Contributors to this episode include Sevach Melton and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D.

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Doug Betters: Do a Good Turn Daily

At 6 feet, 7 inches tall, it didn't take Doug Betters long to stand out in a crowd. The Miami Dolphins 1978 sixth-round draft choice quickly became a key contributor, and by 1983, he was the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year. A key member of the Fins' fabled Killer B's defense, Betters is remembered as one of the greatest defenders in team history.

Contributors to this episode include Sevach Melton and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D.

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