Club History & Eras
32 entries in the Miami Dolphins compendium.
Don Shula Era (1970–1995)The architect of perfection and the longest-tenured coach in franchise history.Wayne Huizenga Era (1984–2007)The oldest professional sports team in Florida, with a legacy of perfection and Hall of Fame quarterbacks.Dan Marino Retirement (1999)The greatest quarterback never to win a Super Bowl.Adam Gase Tenure (2016–2019)Head coach of the Miami Dolphins from 2016 to 2018, leading the team to a playoff appearance in his first…Brian Flores Tenure (2019–2021)Head coach of the Miami Dolphins from 2019 to 2021, leading the team to consecutive winning seasons for the…The 1984 AFC Championship LossThe 1984 AFC Championship: Marino's 421-yard, four-touchdown performance sends Dolphins to Super Bowl XIX.The 1973 Super Bowl VIII VictoryThe Dolphins' second consecutive Super Bowl victory, led by MVP Larry Csonka.Joe Robbie FoundingFounder of the Miami Dolphins and visionary sports owner.The Perfect SeasonThe only perfect season in NFL history.Mercury Morris RecordsMercury Morris: Dolphins running back and kick returner, two-time Super Bowl champion.Don Shula DynastyFormer NFL head coach and son of Don Shula.Super Bowl XIX RunThe 49ers defeated the Dolphins 38–16 in Super Bowl XIX, beginning an NFC run of dominance that started with…Paul Warfield EraSpeed and class defined the Dolphins' rise to championship glory.Nick Buoniconti LegacyHall of Fame linebacker for the Boston Patriots and Miami Dolphins, two-time Super Bowl champion.Dan Marino ArrivalThe rematch that reversed history: Washington's first Super Bowl win.Post-Marino RebuildThe Miami Dolphins and New York Jets have a long-standing rivalry in the AFC East.Jeff Ireland GMFormer Miami Dolphins general manager and current New Orleans Saints assistant GM and college scouting…Dave Wannstedt EraDave Wannstedt coached the Dolphins from 2000 to 2004, winning one AFC East title.WQAMOne of Florida's oldest radio stations, now a sports leader.Tua Tagovailoa concussion controversyNFL quarterback whose head injuries prompted major protocol changes.Miracle in MiamiA walk-off touchdown via multiple laterals stunned the Patriots.BallersA retired NFL player becomes a financial manager for other players.Snowplow GameA snowplow operator cleared a spot for a game-winning field goal.AFC EastOldest NFL division, home to two perfect regular seasons.NFL StreetSeven-on-seven street football with style points and Gamebreakers.Joe RobbieFounder of the Miami Dolphins and sports franchise owner.Ares ManagementGlobal alternative investment manager in credit, private equity, and real estate.Only Wanna Be with YouA 1995 hit that sparked a Bob Dylan settlement.Miami Dolphins CheerleadersProfessional cheerleading squad for the Miami Dolphins NFL team.Training Facility at Nova Southeastern UniversityFormer Miami Dolphins headquarters and training complex in Davie.Monday Night Miracle (American football)Jets rallied from 23 down to win in overtime.Fins (song)Jimmy Buffett song about land sharks and concert fin gestures.
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