So, I was digging into the history of the Miami Dolphins’ quarterbacks the other day. It’s a pretty wild ride, honestly. I started by just listing out the names that came to mind, you know, the big ones everyone talks about.
First, I grabbed a pen and paper—yeah, I’m old school like that—and jotted down “Bob Griese” and “Dan Marino.” I mean, those two are legends, right? They played a massive 391 games combined for the Dolphins and scored 239 wins. That’s huge!
- Bob Griese – This guy was the king of the 70s. I read up on him and found out he took the Dolphins to three Super Bowls in a row. They won two of them, VII and VIII. And get this, in 1972, they had a perfect season—no losses, no ties. Can you believe that?
- Dan Marino – Drafted in ’83, Marino just smashed all kinds of NFL passing records. He’s in the Hall of Fame, of course. I always remember watching him play; the guy was just a machine.
After that, I started thinking about the other QBs who made a mark. Names like Earl Morrall, Don Strock, David Woodley, Jay Fiedler, and Chad Pennington popped into my head. I decided to make a list of them too. Each one had their moments, their ups and downs. I spent a good chunk of time looking up their stats, reading old articles, and even watching some old game highlights on my computer.
The “No-Name Defense” to the “Killer B’s”
Then, while I was diving into all this, I stumbled upon something about the Dolphins’ defenses. There was this “No-Name Defense” in the 70s and the “Killer B’s” in the 80s. It’s crazy how the team’s history is so rich, not just with quarterbacks but with the whole team. I ended up going down a rabbit hole about that too, but that’s a story for another day.
What really struck me is how much these players are part of the Dolphins’ identity. It’s not just about the numbers; it’s about the stories, the memories. Every fan has their favorite, their own reasons. I just thought it was cool to piece it all together, see the connections. It’s like this big, messy, awesome family tree of football players.
Anyway, that’s my little adventure into the Dolphins’ QB history. It’s a trip down memory lane and a history lesson all in one. If you’re a football fan, I definitely recommend taking a look. You’ll be amazed at what you find!
