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Rick Spielman: A Band of Brothers

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep

To say that Rick Spielman has football flowing through his veins would be an understatement. The Canton, Ohio native has spent the past three decades evaluating players and helping to construct NFL teams, including his tenure as the Miami Dolphins top personnel man from 2000-2004, holding the position of General Manager that final season. Following his run with the Dolphins, Spielman spent 16 seasons (2006-2021) in Minnesota, including 10 years as the Vikings' GM.

In The Tank, Rick and OJ reminisce about their Ohio roots, with Rick sharing what life was like for him and his brother, Detroit Lions legend Chris Spielman, as they grew up in Canton and ultimately played for Massillon High School, one of the most storied programs in the country (3:04) while OJ comes clean on a memento he took from Chris' Ohio State locker at a high school state championship game (10:56). Rick goes on to detail his journey from a college career at Southern Illinois, to NFL free agent tryouts, to being cut by the Lions while going to camp with his brother in 1988 (12:31). He discusses joining Dave Wannstedt in Miami in 2000 (21:06) and fondly reflects upon the Dolphins victory over the Colts in the Wild Card round of the playoffs that season, while providing unique perspective from the mind of a football executive who has no control of the outcome on gameday (28:05). Rick looks back at his short-lived experience with Nick Saban in Miami (23:05), discusses the decision to pass on Drew Brees in the 2001 NFL Draft (35:49), and reveals his unlikely location when making the trade for Ricky Williams (46:12). Rick finishes strong by expressing extreme displeasure after OJ blames Seth for Ricky's 2004 retirement (50:22), and delivers one of the most hilarious Two-Minute Drills to date (52:40).

Contributors to this episode include Sean "DJ Prec" Todd 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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Joe Rose: The Big Dog is Back

Just when you think you've heard it all from Joe Rose, the former Dolphins tight end and long-time radio play-by-play man is diving back in, and as expected, it's a wild ride.

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

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Kevin Burnett: Straight Outta Compton

Kevin Burnett spent two of his nine NFL seasons in Miami, registering 100+ tackles in back-to-back years from 2011-2012. The former linebacker dives in to discuss his upbringing in Compton, California, his special relationship with former Dolphins head coach Tony Sparano, and making sure Jason Taylor's final game was a special one.

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

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Kenyan Drake: Miami Miraculous

Kenyan Drake delivered his fair share of big plays in three-plus seasons with the Miami Dolphins, but none was more spectacular than his 69-yard "Miami Miracle" to lift the Fins over the Patriots in 2018. The recently retired Drake dives in to discuss that iconic moment and other great memories during his Dolphins tenure.

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

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