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India becomes first Asian country to participate as 'Guest of Honour' in the Book Fair
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Shri Sanjay Dhotre, Union Minister of State (MoS) for Human Resource Development (HRD) inaugurated the India Pavilion at the International Book Fair at Guadaljara, Mexico. India is the 'Guest of Honour Country' in this book fair, and it is the first Asian country to have received this honour.
This fair, which is called Feria Internacional del Libro de Guadaljara in Spanish, is the biggest book fair in the Spanish-speaking world. Shri Sanjay Dhotre delivered the inaugural address at the book fair during its opening yesterday. The National Book Trust (NBT), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) Government of India (GoI), is participating as the nodal agency of the GoI in this book fair.
Shri Dhotre, while speaking at the inaugural ceremony, highlighted the deep literary connection between India and Mexico and referred to the legendry Mexican poet Nobel Laureate Octavio Paz's first visit to India in 1952. He said, "Paz took deep interest in the culture and heritage of India, and he wrote poems on Vrindavan, Shiva-Parvati, and on Amir Khusro. Shri Dhotre also said that India and Mexico are in opposite directions on the world map and are thousands of miles away from each other, but both the countries have great similarities in terms of their people, biodiversity, family and cultural values, and even climatic conditions. He added that both the countries represent very old civilisations, and both have undertaken a sustained struggle to get independence from the colonial rule.
Referring to the 150th anniversary celebration of the birth of the Father of Nation Mahatma Gandhi, Shri Dhotre said that Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy 'Let Our Lives Be Open Books' is the theme of the India pavilion in the fair, as it represents, among other things, an atmosphere of interaction and communication provided by the platforms such as book fairs.
Shri Dhotre expressed hope that this book fair will provide platform for an accelerated literary, academic and cultural exchange between the two countries, and great literary pieces of both the countries will be translated into Indian languages and Spanish. He also invited all the publishers having gathered from across the world to the World Book Fair being organised by NBT in New Delhi, during January 2020.
This is the 33rd edition of Guadaljara International Book Fair will continue till 8 December 2019.


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Have the Dolphins learned their lesson from 2013 against the Jets?
The loss to the New York Jets at the end of 2013 was one of the worst collapses in recent memory for the Miami Dolphins. Only needing to win the game, the Dolphins failed to do so and missed out on the playoffs once again. In fact, it was so bad that many fans and media members were calling for Joe Philbin to be fired. He wasn't and here we are in a similar situation in 2014.
Does that mean that Philbin and his players haven't learned their lesson from 2013? He says that while there is plenty of stuff on film from last year, this is a new year and not all of that necessarily matters anymore.
Despite the film maybe being different, the feeling of losing to the Jets in that fashion hasn't left the players on the team. One of those guys is Jelani Jenkins, who said that it wasn't a good feeling last year when they knew their season was over after losing the last two games of the season.
Mike Pouncey said that it wasn't just the Jets that did them in last year but instead, it can also be traced to the game against the Buffalo Bills. However, he said they can't be focusing on that because they need to just go out and play the way they know they can.
The Dolphins will need to beat the Jets to have any real chance of staying alive in the AFC playoffs. A loss will send the season in a downward spiral and will immediately spark talk about a new coach in 2015. Hopefully, for everyone's sake, the Dolphins roll into New Jersey and take care of business the way everyone is expecting them to do so.
As of the time this post was published, the only thing we know about the Miami Dolphins cornerback position heading into Monday night against the New York Jets is that Cortland Finnegan is doubtful for the game.
Besides that, everything else is a mystery as to who will start where and who will play but the other day, Joe Philbin talked about what could happen and dropped some hints along the way.
Although Philbin said that it doesn't matter who lines up and plays, he did hint that Walt Aikens could see extended playing time at the corner position on Monday night.
Another possibility is Jimmy Wilson moving to the outside on the boundary but Philbin seemed to shoot that down, saying he hasn't had a lot of repetitions there in practice or a game. However, if the Dolphins needed him there, Philbin said he's confident that he could get the job done.
Although Don Jones was recently claimed off waivers from the New England Patriots, his first practice with the team was on Saturday so it's doubtful he gets much playing time, if any at all. Instead, we'll most likely see Aikens opposite Brent Grimes. It's time for the rookie to step up and prove that he belongs.
Miami Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin isn't one to shy away from conventional wisdom and we have seen that over the past 2.5 years. One staple under him is the fact that he likes to rotate players in and out of the game at certain positions on both offense and defense. This year, it's no different, with the running back and left guard position showing the most drastic rotation in all.
Some may ask why Philbin would rotate someone such as Lamar Miller out of the game, especially when he seems to have the hot hand. He explained his reasoning the other day, saying that different guys do different things and it all depends on the situation of the game and where they are on the field.
At the left guard position, we have seen Shelley Smith and Daryn Colledge split snaps throughout the course of the game. While Bill Lazor has come out and said that Smith has deserved playing time and has a great work ethic, Philbin was more reserved, saying that coming into each game, they have a plan and if the situation is right, they execute it.
This rotation is to be expected by now and we will likely continue to see it happen throughout the rest of the season. At this point, it's better to accept it rather than question the thinking of Philbin and his coaching staff.
Have the Miami Dolphins solved their red zone issues on offense?
Heading into the game against the Denver Broncos, the Miami Dolphins were the third worst team in the red zone, trailing only the San Francisco 49ers and Buffalo Bills. However, during that game, they seemed to have turned a corner as they scored five touchdowns on five trips inside the red zone. With that in mind, have the Dolphins figured out the key to success in that area?
Does this mean that the Dolphins can now turn their attention to other things or will they continue to work on it in practice and the film room? Pouncey said it's no time to relax and be content.
One small reason for success was because the Dolphins used Daniel Thomas in that area of the field more than Lamar Miller or any other running back. Philbin said that it depends on the game situation when deciding who to use.
Let's hope that the Dolphins have in fact turned the corner in the red zone. They'll need to score as many touchdowns as possible over the next five games if they want to compete and make a serious run at making the playoffs.
December hasn't been a kind month to the Miami Dolphins under the direction of Joe Philbin and especially when it matters the most, such as last year when the Dolphins lost to the Buffalo Bills and New York Jets when all they needed to do was win one game to make the playoffs for the first time since 2008.
Now, with the Dolphins pushing for a playoff spot, Philbin is looking to turn things around and make this December one to remember and secure a spot in the playoffs. Some of that starts with success in the red zone and scoring touchdowns instead of field goals. With the team scoring five touchdowns last week, Philbin is hoping that it's a trend moving forward.
Another area the Dolphins will need to improve in is tackling as they haven't been very good at it the past several games. Philbin said it's something they are working on and have been doing specific drills to address the issue.
Besides the physical things and the execution by the players, they will need to be mentally tough to not get down when things aren't going their way. Instead, they need to keep on fighting and never give up. Philbin said he isn't worried about it though as he feels like this team has a great group of leaders who will keep everyone going.
The Dolphins will likely need to finish the season 4-1 ot make the playoffs. Finishing 5-0 would all but guarantee them a spot as a Wild Card team but could also propel them to win the AFC East. It will be an exciting few weeks and let's hope the Dolphins can make it happen in 2014.
No matter what you think of Joe Philbin as a coach in the National Football League, there is absolutely no denying that he's one of the nicest and kind-hearted men you will ever meet and/or get to know from a distance. He preaches family all the time to players and coaches and follows through on that promise when situations warrant it.
With the Thanksgiving holiday in the books, Philbin took some time to reflect on what he's thankful for and also talked about how he spent the day with his family after the Dolphins held a practice and a few meetings in the morning.
As for what he did with the family on Thursday, Philbin did what most of us do - eat, watch football and spend quality time with those around us that we may not get to see very often throughout the course of the year.
What was on the table in the Philbin household? Of course, the basics of Thanksgiving.
Samson Satele was viewed as an emergency signing and one that the Dolphins hoped would work out for just a few weeks while Mike Pouncey was rehabbing his hip injury. On the flip side, Satele looked at it as an opportunity to revive his career. He did just that and secured himself a spot in the starting lineup as center, for at least the remainder of the 2014 season.
Joe Philbin likes the way that Satele has been playing and is pleased with his steady improvement throughout the course of the season, crediting his work and his willingness to accept advice and constructive criticism from those around him.
Another player who has brought some stability to the offensive line is Dallas Thomas. This is a surprise to many because of how much he has struggled the past several years. Offensive line coach John Benton deserves a ton of credit for this as well as offensive coordinator Bill Lazor as they both put him in positions to succeed.
The offensive line will continue to be one of the most important pieces of this Dolphins team as they head into the final five weeks of the season and attempt to make a playoff run.
It's one of the biggest rivalries in all of football and on Monday Night, despite the New York Jets' 2-8 record, it's not going to be any different when they take the field against the Miami Dolphins. Yes, the odds are stacked against the Jets, even though they're playing at home. However, players understand how big this game is and how physical it may get.
Reshad Jones has been part of the rivalry game for several years and isn't taking anything for granted, despite the fact that the Jets are struggling and are trending downwards.
Jared Odrick said that Monday Night's storyline is simple. It's the Dolphins vs. Jets and nothing more needs to be said.
Brent Grimes has only played two games as a member of the Dolphins against the Jets so he talked more about playing on the biggest stage in the regular season - Monday Night Football.
Finally, Ja'Wuan James will be playing his first game in this rivalry but has been talking to others in the locker room about how important this game is and how intense it may get.
However, James said that he and others need to remember to focus on winning the game and not let all of the background noise and clutter distract them from doing their job on the field.
While the Jets will still probably put up some sort of a fight, it's unknown just how long that will lost with their depleted offense and with their injuries piling up on the defensive side of the ball. The Dolphins should go in and blow them out but you never know in the NFL. We'll find out soon enough.
The Miami Dolphins announced the team has been awarded safety Don Jones (New England Patriots) off waivers. To make room on the roster for Jones, the team waived cornerback Lowell Rose. Jones was with the team during training camp prior to being released on August 31, 2014.
Jones may see immediate action on the field with the depth in the secondary a major concern heading into Monday night. If he doesn't see the field in defensive packages, there's a good chance we'll see him on special teams, as that's where he's made his living over the past several years.
With his third season just five weeks away from being in the books, Tannehill is looking like the real deal but credits much of that success to those around him and also the fact that he is getting more comfortable in the offense, which he states he started becoming more comfortable in around Week 3 and 4 against the Green Bay Packers and Oakland Raiders.
Tannehill said that there wasn't any moment where things started to click for him but instead, it has been more of a learning process each week of the past three seasons.
He has shown the ability to lead a team back when they are down in the second half and credits that to the confidence level that he and the rest of the team has in any given game.
However, Tannehill isn't satisfied with his progress so far this season, noting they still have a lot of football left in front of them and are still fighting to make it into the playoffs.
Regardless of whether or not the Dolphins make the playoffs this year, Tannehill looks like he's going to be the quarterback of the Miami Dolphins for a very long time.
Miami Dolphins seem improved, but why doesn't record indicate it?
Something weird is going on with the Miami Dolphins in the sense that they seem better than last year but they only have six wins. The Dolphins have proven they can hang with the best of the best in the NFL but haven't been able to turn the corner and win those games. Why is this happening and is there anything the team can do to get over the hump?
Brent Grimes weighed in and said that they are approaching it one game at a time, noting that they have to win this game if they want to stay alive in the playoff race. Grimes said he doesn't know who the Dolphins play next because they are so focused on the Jets and especially because it's a division game. Jared Odrick said they aren't thinking about losing and instead are asking the question of how many wins they need to get to make the playoffs. He said they want to win every game from here on out and that is their goal.
Ryan Tannehill said that it's definitely frustrating to lose all these close games and especially because these losses may decide whether or not the Dolphins make the playoffs at the end of the season.
Philbin said that he and the coaches have been stressing the one game at a time approach and all of their focus and attention are on the Jets and the Jets only.
The Miami Dolphins had everything going in their favor at the end of the 2013 season. They had just upset the New England Patriots and all they had to do was either beat the New York Jets or the Buffalo Bills - both teams who were underachieving. However, they weren't able to beat either of them and in the process of losing, looked like a team deflated and unmotivated.
Tannehill admits that he hasn't thought much about the Jets game from last year until last week and said he doesn't think about it on a regular basis. However, he did say that he realizes now that they play some of their best football against them due to the rivalry, regardless of what their record is. He also understands now just how important December games are in the NFL and knows that it's time to step up.
Wake said that it's tough to look back but understands how important it is to learn from it and correct it.
The season is on the line on Monday night and the Dolphins will need to do everything they can to walk away with a win. If they do, their season is still alive. If not, it's going to get ugly quick in Florida and for all Dolphins fans across the world.
On Monday night, the Miami Dolphins will walk into MetLife Stadium and take on the New York Jets, a team that is reeling after a disappointing season. With only two wins under their belt, the team is a mess but nonetheless, they still present several challenges for the Dolphins and the team has been preparing for them throughout the week thus far.
Jarvis Landry said that watching tape of them, he has seen a lot of weird blitzes and a lot of different things they do with their defense. Jared Odrick said that the Jets will come in looking to run the ball, noting that they don't try to hide what they do. He said that the Jets will try to run the ball down the opposing defense's throat and won't let down so they will need to focus on it and work to shut down the run.
Ryan Tannehill talked about their defensive line, the different blitzes they bring and the versatility and athleticism those on the line have, which allows them to disrupt the game at a moment's notice.
While the defensive line might be the strong point for the Jets, their secondary is weak and has been exposed throughout the entire year. Does that mean Tannehill can't wait to rip them apart on Monday night?
The Dolphins may catch a break as Wilkerson hasn't practice all week. If that's the case, that's one less weapon the Jets defense has and should make the Dolphins job on offense even easier in a must-win game.
Rookie wide receiver Jarvis Landry has wasted no time becoming a fan favorite in Miami and has also been turning heads around the NFL. Through 11 games, Landry has racked up 49 receptions and has gained 450 yards with 5 touchdowns. He has averaged 9.2 yards per reception and his longest reception comes in at 21 yards.
Perhaps most impressive though is his ability to make the tough catches and also get the yards after the catch, often shedding tacklers and juking defenders in the open field. While Landry showed this skill set in college, he says he owes a lot of credit to the guys in the locker room who have helped him grow.
Landry said that he's always had the confidence that he can be successful but he just didn't have the opportunity earlier in the season to showcase his skills. Now, with him seeing the field more than any receiver with the exception of Mike Wallace, his confidence level and chemistry with Ryan Tannehill has been growing each week.
Tannehill said that he has a ton of confidence in Landry and has been impressed with the way he carries himself on and off the field.
Tannehill admits that he didn't know much about Landry when the Dolphins drafted him but once he saw him ont he practice field, he knew he was going to be something special.
The sky seems to be the limit for Landry and he's only going to get better from here. It's certainly going to be exciting watching in Miami for the next several years and hopefully beyond.
A common complaint by many media pundits over the past couple of years has been the fact that quarterback Ryan Tannehill has been consistently inconsistent. One game he would put up amazing numbers and look like a superstar quarterback, and then the next game he would put up a mediocre performance and the "start Matt Moore" fans would make themselves heard and implore the organization to draft the next "star" quarterback coming out of college.
Finally, in his third year as an NFL starter, Ryan Tannehill appears to have turned the corner and is putting up solid performances even in less than stellar conditions.
Last year, the Dolphins offense struggled mightily to make plays, and in their last two games they failed to score more than seven points total, which completely knocked them out of the playoffs and allowed the San Diego Chargers to make an incredibly unlikely playoff berth.
In those games, Tannehill struggled to handle the pressure coming his way and couldn't do much of anything. Now however, his pocket presence has improved immensely in offensive coordinator Bill Lazor's offense, and it's been showing as he's handled pressure far better as he's adapted to the offense.
It's not all on Tannehill though. The offensive line has done a much better job protecting him as opposed to last season, and the running game has been much improved as well as the overall ability of the receivers. Tannehill is well aware of this and has given his teammates the credit they so richly deserve.
Tannehill has been putting together good games for quite a few weeks now, and everyone is trying to figure out exactly when it was that Tannehill turned the corner. But Tannehill says there wasn't really a specific time per say.
It certainly is working for him, as his numbers over the past few weeks has made him stastically a top fifteen quarterback in the league. If Tannehill's growth continues at this pace, and he continues getting the help that every QB requires, there will be very few who could even consider doubting Tannehill's ability to finally become the franchise QB the Dolphins have been looking for for fifteen years.
Ja'Wuan James might be a rookie but he's been playing like he's been in the league for years. James, who started the season at right tackle, has been moved to the left side due to Branden Albert's season ending injury. James said he is just trying to get better every week.
Replacing James on the right side is Dallas Thomas and he has gotten better each week with every snap. James and Thomas were teammates at the University of Tennessee but says they don't think or talk about that much. Instead, they just go out and get the job done, taking one day and one practice at a time.
As the bookends on the offensive line, they are responsible for protecting Ryan Tannehill and they'll work to continue to get better each day in an effort to provide the most possible room for Tannehill to throw on game day.
Cameron Wake might be getting older but he is still one of the best and most dominant defensive ends in the entire NFL. On the flip side, Ryan Tannehill is only in his third year and has plenty of road ahead of him. However, both are important to the long-term success of the Miami Dolphins.
Although Wake has proven that he can still continue to be elite, he never gets content, knowing that the NFL is a business and things can change in the blink of an eye.
Tannehill has just started to prove that he is capable of being a franchise quarterback and has done so in the all-important third year barometer for NFL quarterbacks. Although Tannehill won't say whether or not he thinks he deserves to be here in the long-term, he knows he has improved and said he needs to just continue to work hard.
It will be important to keep these two players around for the future as the Dolphins are just a few pieces away from being a legitimate powerhouse in the NFL.
Is there much of a difference between Geno Smith and Michael Vick?
There's a whole lot of dysfunction and controversy going on with the New York Jets and that escalated earlier this week when Rex Ryan named Geno Smith the starter heading into Monday night. With Vick out of the picture, does that change how the Dolphins are preparing for the Jets?
Philbin said that the tape from last year's Week 17 loss against the Jets will certainly help them preparing for him once again heading into Monday night.
Reshad Jones, the one who will be responsible for making everyone is in their proper places when Smith walks up to the line of scrimmage, said both guys are good and can make all the throws, in addition to many other things.
If the Dolphins can't rattle Smith from the very first snap, they could be in for a very long night. However, no one is expecting Smith to throw and run all over the Dolphins but as they say, anything can happen at any time in the NFL.
It hasn't been a very good year for the Miami Dolphins secondary in regards to injuries. So far, Michael Thomas and Will Davis have suffered season-ending injuries. Jamar Taylor is expected to miss the next three weeks and Cortland Finnegan has been sidelined for two weeks so far.
Heading into Monday night against the New York Jets, the Dolphins have plenty of questions in the secondary but have cleared a few up with roster moves earlier this week, signing R.J. Stanford and releasing Jalil Brown.
While us on the outside might be concerned about the cornerback depth, Philbin said he wasn't too concerned because they'll have a week of practice and preparation to get the guys ready to go. In addition, Finnegan has been practicing this week and could play on Monday night.
If he can't, Walt Aikens will again have a bigger role. Aikens is normally a safety here in Miami but has been thrust into this position because of injuries. Philbin said that he needs to be ready to go.
We'll see what happens on Monday night but if Finnegan can return to the lineup, it will provide a big boost to a depleted secondary.
The Miami Dolphins offense has featured a ton of short and intermediate passes while only seeing one or two deep pass attempts per game. Sometimes, we don't see any deep pass attempts. Is this a problem though and if it is, are the Dolphins trying to fix it?
Philbin said that he hasn't seen defenses playing the offense in a 20-yard box, thus limiting certain plays the Dolphins can run. He did admit that sometimes this will happen, but not enough to alter their game plan on game day.
Tannehill, who has been adjusting and growing in the new offense under Bill Lazor, said that the improvement has been steady but he's getting to the point where he's truly comfortable doing what needs to be done.
Some of the greatest quarterbacks to play the game, such as Tom Brady and Peyton Manning, relied on short and intermediate routes while mixing in a deep ball here and there. While it's a great thing to have, it's not truly necessary to have one of the better offenses in the league, as the Dolphins have proved this year.
It's Thanksgiving and that means we should all take a moment to reflect on what we are thankful for. We all have our different things and for NFL players, it's no different. With the holiday here, several players reflected on what they are thankful for.
Cameron Wake, who had one of the toughest journeys to the NFL and to where he is today, reflected on that path and he understands that he's been truly blessed to get the opportunity to play for the Miami Dolphins and in the NFL.
Ja'Wuan James, a rookie, said he's thankful for so many things and plans to enjoy his family and the time together after they are done practicing and home for the day.
Jared Odrick, one of the leaders on the defense and defensive line, talked about the community and how they have helped them by passing out over 500 turkeys on Wednesday evening.
Today is a good day to also remember that NFL players are humans just like us and they go through their ups and downs just like us. They'll certainly be enjoying Thanksgiving just like the rest of us will be throughout the day before jumping back on the practice field tomorrow.
With the Miami Dolphins set to kick off against the New York Jets on Monday Night Football, we though it'd be interesting to take a look back in history to see how the Dolphins have done along with some other interesting stats and facts.
The Miami Dolphins have appeared on Monday Night Football a total of 80 times in franchise history. 54 have been played at home and 26 of them have been on the road.
Throughout franchise history, the Dolphins have a 40-40 record on Monday Night Football.
Records on Monday Night Football: In September, the Dolphins are 5-6. In October, they are 6-10. In November, they are 8-16 and in December, they are 21-8.
The Dolphins have played the Jets the most on Monday Night Football in the history of the franchise - 12 times. They hold a 5-7 record against them. They've also beaten the Patriots and Bills 5 times each.
Dolphins vs. Jets on Monday will be the 13th in MNF history and is the third most frequent match-up since prime time games started in 1970. Broncos vs. Raiders has been on MNF 17 times and Cowboys vs. Redskins have been on MNF 16 times.
The last time the Dolphins won on MNF was September 26, 2010 against the Jets. They won 31-27.
The Dolphins currently hold a 5 game losing streak on Monday Night Football.
The Miami Dolphins have been accomplishing numerous things throughout the season - both as a team and as individuals. The following are a list of accomplishments following the game on Sunday against the Denver Broncos.
Miami's offense in 2014 has improved dramatically in many categories and certainly has been successful moving the chains. The Dolphins 12.1 three-and-out percentage is tied for the the lowest in the NFL.
While Miami's defense has been strong in many areas, one of the team's keys to success has been the way it has defended the deep ball. Miami has allowed 26 completions of 20-plus yards, which is tied for the second fewest in the NFL.
The Dolphins defense has allowed 6-of-35 passes that have traveled 21-or-more yards in the air to be completed. The 17.1 completion percentage against passes thrown more 21-or-more yards is the second lowest completion percentage in the NFL.
Rookie WR Jarvis Landry punctuated the month of November when he tied a career high with seven receptions for 50 yards and two touchdowns at Denver in Week 12. His two touchdown receptions were the most for a Dolphins rookie since WR Chris Chambers tallied two of his own on Dec. 10, 2001 vs. Indianapolis. Landry finished November by recording 24 receptions for 195 yards and four scores. His 24 catches were tied for the fifth-most by a Dolphins rookie in any month in franchise history. Additionally, his four touchdown grabs tied Chambers (2001) for the most in any month by a Dolphins rookie in team history.
Through the first 11 games of the 2014 season, QB Ryan Tannehill has thrown 20 touchdown passes with just eight interceptions. He joined Dan Marino (13 times) and Bob Griese (two times) as the only quarterbacks in Dolphins history to have two o -more seasons with 20+ touchdown passes in a season. Further, his touchdown to interception differential of plus-12 is tied for the sixth best in Dolphins history and also tied for the best in team history (along with Chad Pennington in 2008) among quarterbacks other than Marino.
The Miami Dolphins announced the team has signed cornerback R.J. Stanford. To make room on the roster for Stanford, the team has waived cornerback Jalil Brown.
The 5-10, 187-pound Stanford re-joins the Dolphins after spending time in 2014 with the Cincinnati Bengals. He signed with Cincinnati on March 24, 2014, however he was released on August 25, 2014. Stanford spent two seasons (2012-13) as a member of the Dolphins where he appeared in 29 games. While with Miami he recorded 26 tackles and 11 special teams tackles.
Stanford originally entered the NFL as a seventh round selection (223rd overall) of the Carolina Panthers in the 2010 NFL Draft. A four-year letterman (2006-09) at Utah, he saw action in 52 games with 22 starts he compiled 125 tackles, four sacks, one interception, 12 passes defensed and three fumble recoveries. Born May 6, 1988 in Chino, California, Stanford attended Chino High School in Chino, California.
What can be done for the Dolphins to get better in the fourth quarter?
Although the Miami Dolphins put the entire AFC on notice with their strong three-quarter performance against the Denver Broncos − Miami led 28-17 heading into the fourth − the team strayed off track and were outscored 22-8 in the final 15 minutes as the Broncos stole the victory at home.
Even after surrendering that 11-point, third-quarter lead, the Dolphins were down by just four points, 32-28, with five minutes and change left. But the Broncos T.J. Ward iced the win with for his team with an interception off a tipped pass intended for Jarvis Landry. The ensuing Denver touchdown put the home team up by 11, 39-28, flipping the tides on the Phins.
Despite their winning record, the aqua and orange defense has allowed a total of 86 points to opponents in the fourth quarter alone this season. That's a difference of 32 points in favor of their opposition.
Looking at the big picture will reveal many positives, but will there be enough in the eyes of ownership to keep the same coaching staff around for another season if Miami misses the playoffs? That's the biggest question looming over the Dolphins over the next five weeks.
They've played well against good teams like New England, Green Bay and Denver. They've won big blowout games, like the one at home over San Diego. They've beaten most of the team's they're supposed to beat like Jacksonville, Oakland and Chicago.
Now, the question is, can Philbin and Co. defeat those elite teams on a consistent basis? Those are the teams that close out games with 11-point leads. Those are the teams that dominant the fourth quarter.
How they close out those tight games will determine if the Dolphins are elite or just another borderline contender.


Entrepreneurs are always defined as the individuals that do a little bit of everything. While this is true in many cases, a few personalities really define an entrepreneur. Some entrepreneurs have multiple personalities and are able to take on various roles while others specifically fit one category.
These personalities are crucial roles for someone in the business to play as these help you and your company progress. Progression is extremely important in a business, especially when you are a startup. If you better understand your role as an entrepreneur, you are better able to help your business grow by playing your part.
Being in a startup company, everyone likes to dream about that big acquisition or millions of dollars they can make. Optimistic thinking is always great, but can also be damaging if not rationed.
Every startup company needs a realist who puts things back to perspective when everyone else is off dreaming. The realist reminds everyone where they are at, what they need to do, and how they can reach their ultimate goals.
This is the team player who wants everything done right away. He/she does not like waiting on anything or anyone. While this individual can often times are seen as overwhelming, he does a great job to motivate them while making them work faster.
Speed is an essential skill entrepreneurs must have, especially when they are the ones doing it all.
The grinder may just be the team's most important player. The grinder's job is to take care of the little things with great accuracy and delicacy. Not only that, but the grinders job is often tedious and unglamorous. However, the grinder's efforts can help a startup grow massively.
The little things are the ones that amount to the larger outcomes and any big business today can tell you that.
Entrepreneurs have to deal with a lot of costs. Whether its marketing, supplies, equipment, or services, startup companies need to spend a lot of money. While capital is usually hard to find in startups, the penny pincher makes sure they get the most out of their money.
If a dollar can be saved, you can believe he or she will go the extra mile to make sure you get the best deal. Penny pinchers are crucial because all the savings can add up as time goes along.
Every startup needs a hustler. It does not matter how good the individuals in the business are, they need someone to go make things happen. The hustler is often times the hardest role to find, but can reap the biggest benefits. The hustler does not have a specific job.
The hustler's job is to help the startup company get the media attention it needs or to schedule a meeting with big corporate CEO. The hustler goes above and beyond using their "way with words" to achieve the impossible.
An extremely important job, especially in larger startups is a strong manager. Even though everyone may be on the same playing field, someone must be there to manage relationships throughout the company. In order to be successful, everyone must be working towards one goal.
The manager's job is to ensure that everyone in the startup company is playing fair and content with each other.
Regardless of what industry your business is in, these personalities need to be filled by your team one way or another. To achieve success in the world of entrepreneurship, it takes a lot more than a team of members and an idea. Competition requires us to collaborate and establish a strong group working to achieve the same goal.