The Miami Dolphins have gone more than 20 years without a playoff win. Their first playoff victory however, came on this day 50 years ago in the longest game in NFL history. It took two overtimes, but the Dolphins ultimately persevered past the Kansas City Chiefs. Garo Yepremian kicked the winning field goal as Miami prevailed, 27-24. Setting the Stage Fresh off a 10-3-1 … [Read more...] about 50-Year Phiniversary: Dolphins Beat Chiefs in Longest Game in NFL History
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45-Year Phiniversary: Yepremian Hits Game-Winner in First Match-up Between Dolphins and Bucs
Photo via Buc Power Including New York, Florida is one of just three states with at least three NFL franchises. Until the mid-1960's however, the state didn't have any major professional sports franchises. The first-ever meeting between NFL teams from the Sunshine State came on this day 45 years ago. Kicker Garo Yepremian played the role of hero as his game-winner lifted the … [Read more...] about 45-Year Phiniversary: Yepremian Hits Game-Winner in First Match-up Between Dolphins and Bucs
Remembering the Legendary Don Shula — Part II: Shula Turns Miami Into a Winner
The football world said goodbye to a coaching legend on Monday, May 4 as Don Shula died at the age of 90. The winningest coach in NFL history, Shula won 347 total games in 33 years with the Baltimore Colts and Miami Dolphins. Shula was a 2-time world champion and played for pro football’s ultimate prize seven times. In a multi-part series, we’ll be looking back on his … [Read more...] about Remembering the Legendary Don Shula — Part II: Shula Turns Miami Into a Winner