Preseason 2023 Musings

In this episode, they talk about the offseason, observations from the first preseason game, things they are excited about, and things they are worried about. How do Miami’s positions and units look for this year (so far)? What may be our strengths? Weaknesses? Where does Mike McDaniel struggle in his role of head coach and will he improve? All this and more…

Prelude to the draft 2023

The Two Old Dolfans start a new season with a short episode as a prelude to the draft. In the past, they have discussed “gems” and “their guy” for future draft consideration, but not dug into the draft as deeply as some of the offline conversations are and have been over the years. A few years ago, they flirted with “live draft coverage” in their one and only way too long youtube episode. This year, it’s Alex, Scott, and young Jando throwing out their “guys” that they want, within range or reasonable trade up/down with the limited picks Miami has. They wanted to capture, in perpetuity, the names of the players they have highlighted as studs and contributors for THIS MIAMI TEAM here and now. They’ve been better than Grier and company in the draft (at least for the first few rounds) nearly every year, prior to and at the “pick” time, so don’t discount them. Check out the young men they are looking at and cross your fingers.

Rollercoaster Wildcard Wrap

A rainy Monday morning. Two dudes with some years on them. A rare Miami Dolphins playoff game to discuss. Proud that our team fought so hard. Disappointed that so many mistakes were made. A game that could have been won. Miami showed that despite all the challenges, they belonged in the NFL playoffs, despite FOX’s housewife snub. Listen in for a dulcet “late night” sounding voice and an examination of this game. What do the Dolphins need to do this offseason?

So you’re saying there’s a chance???

Recording on a rainy Tuesday morning in SoCal, Alex and Scott get to talk about our Miami Dolphins being in the playoffs for the first time in our five season history. The Jets game was difficult to watch, but they have some observations to make about the W. Vegas isn’t giving the Dolphins any hope for the Bills game, do these two? Tune in to a short but fun episode and find out.

Self Destruct in 3 2 1

It’s early Monday Morning in a brand new 2023 and all Dolfans are dealing with the latest disappointment, now out of control of their own playoff destiny. Alex and Scott “have” to talk about this game, and what we “know” about these 2022 Miami Dolphins. Tune in for some tidbits on the game, the general state of the team, the quarterback situation, the coaching situation, the general management / front office, and more. What historical precedent is there? A unique look at other teams coaching and penalties and where the Dolphins fit in this season. Do the Dolphins have a good chance to beat the Jets at home this Sunday? Will they?

Tua is down

Two Old Dolfans did a quick turnaround (quick for them at any rate) to address the Tua QB/Injury/Health/effect issue that had not been announced when they recorded the “slide” episode Monday morning. In essence, what does this injury mean? How does it effect Tua the man? How does it affect the team? What should the front office be doing? What does it mean for this year? What does it mean for the future? Will we see Tua again this year? Will we EVER see him play in a Dolphins Uni again? Should we? Join them for 30 minutes on this – a “bonus” episode this week, because it IS that important.

December Slide is Not Electric

Can we have a laugh to alleviate the Christmas turd our Dolphins left on the field? Does our quarterback care about losing (see post game press conference)? Alex and I got together with a non-alcohol related Christmas hangover and reviewed the Jekyll and Hyde Packers game. Tua. We have to talk about him, there’s a firestorm around him now. McDaniel. His rookie coach questionable choices and clear weaknesses and areas to improve. As old Dolphins fans, we have a long legacy of poor performances in the month of December and we talk about this and take a few moments to talk about some Social Media comments. Crappy time to dedicate an episode to Wilkins, but a promise is a promise and he should have been in the Pro Bowl.

Snow Balls and Portents

The Two Old Dolfans both had unusual “views” of the game Saturday, and despite the oddity, have no shortage of observations and educated opinions.Regardless of the “No Asterisks” McD press conference comment, a lot of positive can be taken from this particular L (as opposed to the previous). Both Scott and Alex feel strongly about what we will see this Sunday, and about the longer term direction of the team. Listen in to their conversation and agree or disagree.

That Sucked

There was nothing funny about the Dolphins showing in Los Angeles, but we can put a funny title on it. Let’s talk about the troubling signs. San Francisco gave the Dolphins a lesson, and the Miami coaching staff appeared to have learned nothing from it. So, now the Two Old Dolfans have to dig into the details, with angry face on. The answers are somewhat obvious. Coaching, scheme and playcalling – those things we were excited about so frequently this season with our rookie coach and his staff – well, we have a lot to say about it.  The Dolphins are heading to Buffalo trailing the Bills now – do they have a chance in the cold and snow, other than “any given Saturday?”.