Source: dailydolphin.blog.palmbeachpost.com --- Friday, October 23, 2015
Olivier Vernon wasn’t kidding when he said he had been fined “a decent amount” for hitting Tennessee quarterback Marcus Mariota last weekend. The NFL confirmed that Vernon, a Dolphins defensive end, has been fined a total of $37,363 for two incidents against Mariota. Vernon was fined $17,363 for striking the quarterback in the knee area in the second quarter and another $20,000 for striking the quarterback in the head and neck area in the third quarter. Vernon Vernon said he is appealing the fines. Mariota injured the MCL in his left knee and remained in the game despite limited mobility. He is hoping to play Sunday against Atlanta. Bobby McCain confident: The Dolphins appear on track to face the hottest receiver in the NFL, DeAndre Hopkins, without their secondary intact. Cornerback Brice McCain has not practiced this week, meaning rookie Bobby McCain is likely to start. Coach Dan Campbell said Bobby McCain has had a good week of practice in case Brice cannot go. “Bobby doesn’t lack confidence,” Campbell said. Bobby confirmed that Bobby doesn’t lack confidence. Where does that come from? “Just being a ballplayer, being a playmaker your whole life,” he said. “That’s what you do. Just because you’re going to the next level doesn’t mean you lose confidence in yourself. Like I said, every week I go out and prepare like I’m going to play. Now it’s my time to take over, just to take advantage of this opportunity.” Bobby saw extended a ...
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