Episodes

Lorenzo Bromell brought instant energy to the Miami Dolphins pass rush, as well as the team’s locker room, in 1998. The fourth-round draft choice out of Clemson tied a Fins’ rookie record with eight sacks in his first NFL season and would serve as a disruptive force on defensive line for his entire four-year tenure in Miami. Contributors to this episode include Nyah Hardmon and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D. The Fish Tank is Presented by iHeart Ra...

As an undrafted, undersized rookie out of Wyoming, Trent Gamble arrived as number 19 out of 19 defensive backs on the Miami Dolphins 2000 training camp roster. Trent’s elite athleticism, and unrelenting drive however, would win over his coaches as well as a DB room featuring the likes of Sam Madison, Patrick Surtain, and Brock Marion, transforming an NFL longshot into one of the league’s premier special teams players for the next four seasons. Contributors to this episode include Nyah Hardmon an...

With a rare combination of strength and athleticism, Paul Soliai served as an immovable force on the Miami Dolphins defense for seven seasons. The 6-4, 345-pound defensive tackle’s largest contribution, however, may have been as a locker room leader whose commitment to family and weekly cookouts helped to fortify Miami’s roster. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd, Nyah Hardmon, and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D. The Fish Tank...

Dario Romero literally fought for everything he had in the National Football League. Undrafted out of Eastern Washington, the defensive tackle spent a year in the CFL before earning a roster spot with the Miami Dolphins in 2002, where he would play alongside the likes of Tim Bowens, Jason Taylor, and Junior Seau for the next three seasons. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd, Nyah Hardmon, and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D. ...

From 1994 to 2001, Bill Zimpfer served as the radio voice of the Miami Dolphins, delivering play-by-play to DolFans alongside the legendary Jim “Mad Dog” Mandich. Bill called countless memorable moments during his tenure in the booth, including Dan Marino’s epic performance in the 1994 season opener as well as Lamar Smith’s walk-off, 17-yard touchdown run to lift the Fins to an overtime victory in the 2000 postseason. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd, Nyah Hardmon, and Do...

No one has made more appearances (or has been more entertaining) on The Fish Tank than former Miami Dolphins linebacker, Channing Crowder, and he is back again. Helping to kick off the 2023 season by joining OJ, Seth, and Travis Wingfield for the team’s live podcast night, Channing discusses his fiercely successful podcast, The Pivot, his new role with Inside The NFL, the current Dolphins team, and much more. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd, Nyah Hardmon, and Dolphins Pr...

Joe Rose has entertained and informed Miami Dolphins fans for more than 30 years on sports talk radio and ranks in the top 10 all-time among Fins tight ends in receptions (10th), yards (8th), and touchdowns (8th). The Big Dog helped kick off the 2023 season by joining OJ, Seth, and Travis Wingfield for the team’s first-ever live podcast night. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd, Nyah Hardmon, and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D...

Kevin Donnalley arrived in Miami in 1998 after seven NFL seasons with the Houston and Tennessee Oilers, and brought with him reputation for playing up to, if not beyond the whistle, which was exactly what Jimmy Johnson was looking for on his offensive line. Donnalley started 39 games at right guard for the Dolphins, protecting Dan Marino for two years and then helping lead the way for the Lamar Smith in 2000 to become the first Fins rusher to eclipse the 1,000-yard mark in 22 seasons. Contributo...

In 1997, Bill Bant turned a temporary position as a stand-in for the Miami Dolphins new official mascot, T.D., into a decade-long run of winning over the hearts of DolFans young and old. Dive in as Bill takes O.J. and Seth under the helmet, AND under the mask, of the seven-foot-tall dolphin with stories that range from hilarious to heartfelt. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D. The Fish Tank ...

From Miami Dolphins defender, to Uber driver, to rapper, to professional wrestler, A.J. Francis has never been afraid to step outside of the box. Dive in as the former defensive lineman reflects upon his Miami tenure and explains why becoming WWE Superstar Top Dolla was always a part of the master plan. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable SoLo D. The Fish Tank is Presented by iHeart Radio.See omnystu...

Israel Gutierrez is best known for covering the NBA for ESPN and the Miami Heat for the Miami Herald, but his Dolphins ties reach further than one might realize. Dive in as Izzy candidly discusses the internal conflicts of a sports journalist, his friendship with Jason Taylor, and his partnership with the Fins on multiple initiatives in support of the LGBTQ community. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honora...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep Selected by the Dolphins in the second round of the 2001 NFL Draft, Chris Chambers would spend seven seasons in Miami, solidifying his place in team record books with a top five ranking in every major receiving category. In his second Fish Tank appearance, the Pro Bowl wide receiver marvels at the team’s current group of wideouts led by Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, appreciates the work of their position coach and his former teammate, Wes Welker, discusses the...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep No NFL player has been as prolific at taking away passes intended for opposing receivers than Xavien Howard since the Miami Dolphins made the Houston native their second-round draft choice in 2016. With 28 interceptions during that span, coupled with 83 passes defensed, the four-time Pro Bowl performer has solidified himself as one of the most respected defenders in all of football. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd, Chris Clark, and Dolp...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep. After four and a half seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, Jeff Wilson, Jr. brought his infectious personality and an instant dose of energy to Miami when the Dolphins traded for the running back at the midway point of the 2022 NFL campaign. The East Texas native also arrived in the Sunshine State full of grit and determination forged during a lifetime of disproving naysayers and outperforming small school expectations. Contributors to this episode include Se...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep From 2008-2011, Lousaka Polite was one of, if not the most effective short yardage weapons in the National Football League. The Miami Dolphins fullback converted a staggering 41 of 43 third or fourth and one attempts during that time, including a perfect 16 of 16 during the 2009 season. The Pittsburgh native has been equally impressive in his post playing career, earning his MBA from the University of Miami and continuing to impact the game of football, first w...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep Emmanuel Ogbah has been a dominant force on the Miami Dolphins defensive front and a leader in the locker room, as well as in the community, since his arrival in South Florida three years ago. Ogbah is excited to return to the field after injury cut short his 2022 campaign, but it has been another return, to his native continent of Africa, that has provided a new form of inspiration for the Fins’ defensive end. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep Mark Clayton set the Miami Dolphins single-season receiving record with 1,389 yards in 1984 and remained on top of the charts for nearly 40 years before current Fins wideout Tyreek Hill set the new standard with 1,710 yards last season. Returning to The Fish Tank for his second appearance, Clayton reflects on his prolific playing days alongside Mark Duper, shares his admiration for Hill and Jaylen Waddle, and more. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ ...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep On February 9, 2023, the world found out what Miami Dolphins fans have felt in their hearts for what has seemed like forever…Zach Thomas is a Hall of Famer! As former Fins’ head coach Jimmy Johnson announced Thomas’ name from the NFL Honors stage, Dolfans rejoiced and the legendary linebacker’s world shifted into overdrive. Diving into The Fish Tank for the first time since 2018, Zach shares what life has been like since being named to the Pro Football Hall of ...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep When current Miami Dolphins GM Chris Grier visited Georgia safety Reshad Jones prior to the 2010 NFL Draft, he saw great potential. It’s hard to imagine, however, that anyone in Miami predicted the player they would take in the fifth round that year would go on to play 10 seasons and become one of the most prolific defensive playmakers in team history, but that is exactly what the Atlanta native did. In this episode, Jones reflects upon his decade of dominance...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep Regarded as the preeminent historian on professional football, Joe Horrigan has spent the past 45 years with the Pro Football Hall of Fame, serving in a multitude of positions, most recently as Executive Director and his current role as Senior Advisor. During his tenure, Joe has administered the selection process for hundreds of “Gold Jackets,” including all 11 Miami Dolphins who are enshrined in Canton. In this episode, Joe discusses Zach Thomas’ recent selec...

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep In celebration of Zach Thomas being selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2023, OJ and Seth speak with Trace Armstrong, Jason Cole, Greg Cote, Dwight Hollier, Larry Izzo, Zebbie Lethridge, and Shawn Wooden for a collection of fantastic memories and unique perspective on the legendary Miami Dolphins linebacker. Contributors to this episode include Sean “DJ Prec” Todd and Dolphins Productions. Theme song created and performed by The Honorable So...

_The Fish Tank_ spotlights Glenn Blackwood as he patrols the secondary for the team’s “Killer Bees” defense, hauls in 29 interceptions and more. Glenn was joined by his brother, Lyle, in the Fins’ defensive backfield for six seasons, as the duo was dubbed the “Bruise Brothers” for their play on the field.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep A two-sport star in high school and at Cabrillo College in Aptos, California, Obafemi Ayanbadejo strategically pursued an NFL career that was anything but handed to him. Ayanbadejo’s 13-year professional football journey included two seasons (2002-03) with the Miami Dolphins, highlighted by the 2003 season that allowed him to team with his brother Brendon. Along the way, he was part of the Baltimore Ravens Super Bowl XXXV Championship team, as well as the Cali...

The Miami Dolphins are back in the NFL Postseason and OJ and Seth are looking back at the Fins thrilling December 30, 2000 contest against the Indianapolis Colts in the 2000 Wild Card Round of the playoffs. Jay Fiedler joins the guys to reflect upon the game in which Fiedler and OJ, along with 209 yards rushing from Lamar Smith and a stout defensive performance helped Miami rally from a 14-0 halftime deficit to earn a 23-17 overtime victory, the second-largest comeback win in team postseason his...