Mark Clayton: We Were Showtime
December 4, 2018
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
Mark Clayton landed in Miami as an unheralded eighth-round draft choice in 1983, a member of the same draft class as Dan Marino. Following a quiet rookie season, Clayton joined Marino in re-writing NFL record books, hauling in 18 of Marino’s 48 touchdown passes to set a new single-season league record. Clayton paired with Mark Duper to form the popular “Marks Brothers” and became the most prolific wide receiver in team history, as well as one of the most dominant in league annals. In The Tank, Clayton discusses that magical 1984 season, his love for playing hard, both on and off the field, why he feels he deserves a bust in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, trash talking with Don Shula, and the circumstances that led him to refer to the legendary Head Coach as “the fat man” following a game against the San Francisco 49ers.
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/mark-clayton-we-were-showtime/
Mark Duper: Super!
December 10, 2018
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
Mark Duper was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the second round of the 1982 NFL Draft. A year later, he was joined by Dan Marino and Mark Clayton, and the trio never looked back, lighting up the Dolphins record books for the next decade. Duper played 11 seasons for the Dolphins and was selected to the Pro Bowl on three occasions while also garnering two All-Pro nods. In The Tank, Duper discusses his friendship with Clayton, his propensity for challenging Marino, tricking, trash-talking and embarrassing defensive backs, and his fear of Don Shula's infamous 12-minute run.
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/mark-duper-super/
Tony Nathan: Are You Serious?
December 18, 2018
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
Tony Nathan broke racial barriers at Woodlawn High School in Birmingham, Alabama before helping legendary coach Bear Bryant and the Crimson Tide capture a National Championship in 1978. The following year, he was a third-round draft choice of the Miami Dolphins and made an immediate impact, garnering First Team All-Pro honors as a rookie kick returner. Nathan played nine seasons for the Dolphins, starting at running back in Super Bowls XVII and XIX, however he is best remembered for his role in the famed “hook and lateral” play in which he scored on a toss from Duriel Harris in a 1981 Divisional Playoff contest against the San Diego Chargers. In the Tank, Tony remembers that popular play and draws comparisons to the Dolphins recent “Miami Miracle.” He also shares stories about Bear Bryant, Don Shula and his first night in Miami at the Pink Flamingo Hotel.
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/tony-nathan-are-you-serious/
Harvey Greene: Where are the F*ing Busses?
January 21, 2019
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
Harvey Greene is a sports public relations legend having worked with the likes of George Steinbrenner, Don Shula, and World B. Free. Dolphins’ fans know Harvey best, of course, for his nearly 30 years of service as the team’s VP of Media Relations, where he not only worked with Shula, but Dan Marino, Jimmy Johnson, and hundreds of other Dolphins greats during his tenure. In the tank, Harvey gives a behind the scenes look at his dealings with the most iconic names in Dolphins lore, keeps track of how many times he was fired by Steinbrenner as the Yankees PR Director, and finds a way to defend Nick Saban.
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/harvey-greene-where-are-the-fing-busses/
Patrick Surtain: If You’re Not Holdin, You’re Not Tryin
February 5, 2019
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
When the Miami Dolphins traded into the second round of the 1998 draft to select Patrick Surtain out of Southern Mississippi, they landed a player who, along with Sam Madison, would form the most formidable cornerback duo in team history. Surtain would go on to play seven seasons in Miami, the last three of which concluded with a trip to the Pro Bowl. Pat hauled in 29 of his 37 career interceptions with the Dolphins, taking two back for touchdowns. He was also a physical presence on the outside, and garnered 7.5 sacks during his career. Diving in The Tank for the first time, Pat discusses the quality of players AND characters in the Dolphins DB room, his freestyle rap skills, taking it to Peyton Manning when the two were New Orleans high school star quarterbacks, and sending his son, Patrick Surtain II, to play cornerback at the University of Alabama for Nick Saban, the same man who traded him from the Dolphins to the Kansas City Chiefs in 2005.
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/patrick-surtain-if-you’re-not-holdin-you’re-not-tryin/
Troy Stradford: I’m The Best One Here!
February 18, 2019
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
Troy Stradford was a fourth-round draft choice of the Miami Dolphins in 1987. Only 5-9, the running back out of Boston College made up for a lack of size with tremendous speed, vision and confidence. After beating out former first-round draft choice Lorenzo Hampton to become Miami’s starting running back, Stradford’s performance far exceeded his draft position as he racked up more than 1,000 yards from scrimmage and 7 touchdowns on his way to being named the Associated Press Offensive Rookie of the Year. Diving in the Tank, Troy shares how befriending Mark Clayton nearly caused him to get cut before his final preseason game as a rookie, explains a valuable life lesson taught to him by Hall of Fame Defensive End Bruce Smith, and candidly expresses strong feelings towards former Dolphins first-round pick, Sammie Smith.
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/troy-stradford-im-the-best-one-here/
Trick Daddy: Fins & Hip Hop
February 25, 2019
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
From the moment he was featured on the Luther “Luke” Campbell track “Scarred,” Trick Daddy instantly became a staple in the Miami music scene. After singing to Slip-N-Slide records, Trick released back-to-back albums, receiving national acclaim and climbing to the third spot on the
Billboard Hot Rap Singles chart with “Nann” featuring Trina. Hits including “Shut Up,” “I’m a Thug,” “Let’s Go” and “Bet That” followed as Trick solidified his place in Miami music history. But it was the cover of his
Thugs Are Us album where Trick revealed his passion for Miami sports as he donned an aqua Sam Madison jersey. Joined by his Love & Hip Hop Miami co-star, Gunplay, Trick discusses his love for the Miami Dolphins, his frustrations with Ryan Tannehill, his friendship with Channing Crowder and why he feels today’s society is lacking in family values and morals.
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/trick-daddy-fins-hip-hop/
Ronnie Brown: The Car Closet
March 11, 2019
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
Following a standout career at Auburn University, Ronnie Brown was selected by the Miami Dolphins as the number 2 overall pick in the 2005 NFL Draft, making him then-Dolphins Head Coach Nick Saban’s first-ever draft choice. Brown played six seasons in Miami, rushing for 4,815 yards (career-high 1,008 in 2006), averaging 4.3 yards per carry, and 36 touchdowns, including a career-high 10 scores in 2008 on his way to a Pro Bowl selection. Brown is most remembered for his role as the featured back in the Dolphins Wildcat formation, unveiled on September 21, 2008. In that game, Brown and the Dolphins stunned the New England Patriots as Ronnie accounted for 5 touchdowns, including 4 on the ground and his first NFL TD pass. The Dolphins dominated the game 38-13 and the Wildcat was etched in Dolphins lore forever. In the Tank, Ronnie discusses his nervousness regarding the Wildcat, shares a behind the scenes look into how each back earned their role in the formation and how shocked they all were that the Patriots could not handle it. Ronnie also provides hilarious anecdotes of his days running with draft classmate Channing Crowder, as well as his unique friendship with Ricky Williams.
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/ronnie-brown-the-car-closet/
Vonnie Holliday: A Little Fat Kid From South Carolina
March 25, 2019
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
A first round draft choice by the Green Bay Packers out of North Carolina in 1998, Vonnie Holliday enjoyed a 15-year career in the National Football League before retiring at the conclusion of the 2012 season. Vonnie spent five years in Green Bay and two seasons in Kansas City, but it was former Miami Dolphins head coach Nick Saban who brought the defensive end to Miami in 2005 where he played along the defensive line with the likes of Jason Taylor, Kevin Carter and Keith Traylor. In The Tank, Vonnie reveals the story behind his unique name, recalls his first experience as a high priced first round draft choice and how Nick Saban convinced him not to retire prior to the 2005 season. Vonnie also discusses Matt Roth’s refusal to lose a bet, and exactly what he and Jason Taylor were talking about on the sidelines during games.
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/vonnie-holliday-a-little-fat-kid-from-south-carolina/
Calvin Jackson: Short Dog
April 8, 2019
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
A South Florida native, Calvin Jackson was a member of the storied Dillard High School football program that sent five of its star players to Auburn University in the early 90’s. Jackson played just two college seasons, helping lead the Tigers to an 11-0 record in 1993 before leaving Auburn to pursue his NFL career. He landed with his hometown team and became a fixture in the Miami Dolphins secondary from 1994 to 1999. In The Tank, Calvin shares why he left Auburn following his sophomore year, gives a very candid but unexpected explanation as to how he signed with the Dolphins, recalls a wild “DB Night Out” that lead to former safety Corey Harris revealing more than anyone expected, and challenges Trick Daddy to a cook-off!
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/calvin-jackson-short-dog/
Stu Weinstein: Draft Intel
April 23, 2019
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
Making a return to The Tank, former Dolphins Security Chief, Stu Weinstein, provides insight as to how he helped the team prepare for drafts for decades, providing hundreds of player background checks. Stu sheds some light on what he told coaches and personnel men about players including Randy Moss, Channing Crowder, Cecil Collins and even our very own OJ McDuffie!
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/stu-weinstein-draft-intel/
Who is DJ Prec?
May 6, 2019
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
You’ve heard him in the background of nearly every one of our episodes, but DJ Prec isn’t just the producer of The Fish Tank. The artist formerly known as Sean Todd was a member of the Miami Dolphins Football Operations staff from 1995 to 2000, working for the likes of Don Shula, Jimmy Johnson and Dave Wannstedt. In the Tank, Prec steps from behind the board to behind the mic, providing insight on what it takes to help a professional football team operate. From endless food at team meals, to missed buses, to regrettably saying no to Wayne Huizenga, Prec has seen it all.
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/who-is-dj-prec/
Troy Drayton: I’m Very Comfortable in the Nude
May 27, 2019
Miami Dolphins Tales From The Deep
Troy Drayton enjoyed a standout career at Penn State University from 1989-1992, teaming with our very own OJ McDuffie. A second round selection of the Los Angeles Rams in the 1993 NFL draft, Drayton played three seasons and three games for the Rams before Jimmy Johnson traded for the tight end in 1996. Troy would go on to play in Miami through the 1999 season and upon his retirement following a one-year stint in Kansas City, returned to South Florida where he became a staple in the community, and currently serves as the Dolphins Youth Programs Manager. Diving in The Tank, Troy recants his humble beginnings at Steelton (PA) High School as well as the factors that drove him to succeed at Penn State, on the field and especially in the classroom. Troy also discusses how Tim Bowens and Dan Marino made him realize the Dolphins were the city for him, his insane prowess in the weight room, the one time he was pushed to the point of going after a coach on the sidelines, his feelings about chicken salad, and his very unique approach to being interviewed in the locker room.
https://thefishtank81.podbean.com/e/troy-drayton-i-m-very-comfortable-in-the-nude/
