November 6
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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Miami Dolphins inside linebacker Channing Crowder practiced with limitations for the second straight day in nearly two weeks, and is optimistic he'll play in Sunday's 1 p.m. game against the New England Patriots. Crowder, one of the Dolphins' every down starting inside linebackers, missed last Sunday's win over the Jets because of a shoulder injury he suffered on Oct. 25th against the Saints. While Crowder, whose 22 tackles is fifth on the team, is practicing, and said he feels good physically, the team's being cautious with the former University of Florida standout. Reggie Torbor filled in for Crowder against the Jets, starting his second game as a Dolphin in two seasons, and contributed ..."
October 8
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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Regrets? Rex Ryan has one. And, believe it or not, it has to do with a certain verbose/combative/hilarious Miami Dolphins linebacker. "I think the thing with Channing Crowder, if I had to do one thing over, that would probably be it," Ryan, the New York Jets' rookie head coach, said Wednesday of his pseudo-feud with a player 21 years his junior. To recap, back in June, at a Dolphins charity golf tournament, Crowder was asked by a Sun Sentinel writer about some boisterous statements coming from Ryan. Crowder laughed and accused Ryan of "going absolutely nuts," mocking him as the "OTA Super Bowl winner," referring to the offseason workouts known as organized team activities. The next day, ..."
June 15
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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There would be no more headline material from Channing Crowder. Not Sunday, at least. "I made y'all's job easy last week, huh?" the Dolphins linebacker said with a mischievous smile as minicamp wrapped up. "I can't give you the weekend, too." Crowder caused quite a stir with his celebrated back and forth with Jets coach Rex Ryan, which dominated the news cycles for several days last week. Crowder crowned the Jets "OTA champions" and Ryan mentioned how he'd "walked over tougher guys" than Crowder on his way to fights. It was all very amusing everywhere except inside the Dolphins' offices. General Manager Jeff Ireland said on Wednesday he would "deal with that myself," while coach Tony ..."
June 12
Miami Herald
columnist Linda Robertson
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It was more like a skirmish. Or a bit of pre-preseason one-upmanship, accompanied by lots of smiling. Ryan said the AFC East goes through New England. Crowder, feeling disrespected as the defending AFC East champion, retorted that the Jets are nothing but ''OTA champions,'' referring to meaningless practice sessions. Ryan shot back that he doesn't even know who Crowder is but that ``If I was younger, I'd probably handle him myself.'' Crowder's response: ``Oh, Lord have mercy. If he wants to be prepared, shouldn't he know the starting middle linebackers of his division rivals? ``I'd have beat the hell out of that big old joker. Or if he really wants to get retro, my daddy or my uncle could ..."
June 12
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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It's too bad that classic AFC East rivalry games took place before the Twitter age. DanTheMan: @AaronGlenn. Hey, pal, get a dog named Spike. (Hint, hint.) http://tinyurl.com/Mark Ingram6 KGunKelly: You think if I tell @TomOlivadotti a screen pass is coming, he'll stop it? Nah. Time for @Thurminator. MarkHenderson: Out on work release. Good to be free! Off to Foxboro. Hearing it may snow. Better get that plow ready! Sorry @Shula! Unfortunately, those intradivisional encounters occurred in prior, prehistoric decades. So this will have to suffice as the first official tweet heard 'round the AFC East: "we will b the best defense in the league this year!!! i feel for the offenses we are gonna ..."
June 11
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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Rex Ryan and Channing Crowder seem to be enjoying their very public war of words, but the Miami Dolphins' front office is another story. Asked Wednesday night about the back and forth between the Jets' first-year head coach and the Dolphins' equally outspoken linebacker, Miami Dolphins General Manager Jeff Ireland was succinct and serious. "It's about playing football, that's what I know," Ireland said after watching batting practice before the Florida Marlins Get your Marlins Tickets now!- St. Louis Cardinals game. "It's about playing football." Has he or the team talked with Crowder yet about calming things down? "That's a clubhouse thing," Ireland said. "I'll deal with that myself." The ..."
February 26
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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Unsatisfied with his possible destinations if he were to hit the free-agent market, inside linebacker Channing Crowder agreed to re-sign with the Miami Dolphins, remaining with the NFL team that drafted him. The Dolphins announced the sides came to terms on a multiyear deal Wednesday evening. The deal prevents the 25-year-old former Gator, who finished second on the team with 119 tackles, from becoming an unrestricted free agent tonight at midnight. "My agent wanted me to hit free agency, but I love Miami and the people here," Crowder said. "It's my home." The signing of Crowder, a four-year starter, and right tackle Vernon Carey in the past week ensures that the Dolphins retain two of ..."
February 23
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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Miami Dolphins linebacker Channing Crowder expects to be on the free agent market next week, based on his most recent conversations with general manager Jeff Ireland and vice president of football operations Bill Parcells. "They said, 'Well, we want to see what your market value is, and see where it goes from there,'" Crowder said Friday night at a charity softball game involving NFL players. "So hopefully it does get real, real high and they have to match something high, but we'll see when free agency comes around." NFL free agency begins Feb. 27. The Dolphins on Friday announced they re-signed right tackle Vernon Carey, leaving Crowder, safeties Yeremiah Bell and Renaldo Hill and ..."
January 23
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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At the end of the season Channing Crowder apologized to the media for not being around much by joking he was busy using his lunch break to find a new job. The Dolphins' four-year starter was hinting the only NFL team he's ever played for might not want him back, and he likely came to that conclusion based on the Dolphins' contract offer, one they haven't improved on, according to a source. "I'm a system guy," Crowder said, referring to the way he's perceived by the team's front office. "Tackles are easy," Crowder said, referring to his career-high 119 tackles in 16 games. "You get paid off big plays. [I have] no big plays." Crowder's prepared to discover if other teams disagree with the ..."
January 22
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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At the end of the season Channing Crowder apologized to the media for not being around much by joking he was busy using his lunch break to find a new job. The Dolphins' four-year starter was hinting the only NFL team he's ever played for might not want him back, and he likely came to that conclusion based on the Dolphins' contract offer, one they haven't improved on, according to a source. "I'm a system guy," Crowder said, referring to the way he's perceived by the team's front office. "Tackles are easy," Crowder said, referring to his career-high 119 tackles in 16 games. "You get paid off big plays. [I have] no big plays." Crowder's prepared to discover if other teams disagree with the ..."
November 25
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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Dolphins coach Tony Sparano often preaches playing tough, smart, disciplined football. Well, at least his players, particularly emotional linebackers Joey Porter and Channing Crowder, were tough in Sunday's critical 48-28 loss to the Patriots. Crowder was ejected for his role in an altercation with Patriots tackle Matt Light following Stephen Gostkowski's 30-yard field that gave New England a 41-28 lead with 7:08 remaining in the game. Then on New England's final drive, Porter was flagged for unnecessary roughness and unsportsmanlike conduct within a three-play period. When Sparano and defensive coordinator Paul Pasqualoni were screaming frantically for Porter to come off the field, with ..."
November 25
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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Dolphins coach Tony Sparano wants his team to play tough, smart, disciplined football. Well, at least linebackers Joey Porter and Channing Crowder had the tough part down in Sunday's emotionally charged 48-28 loss to the Patriots. Crowder was ejected after an altercation with Patriots tackle Matt Light following Stephen Gostkowski's 30-yard field goal gave New England a 41-28 lead with 7:08 remaining. On New England's final drive, Porter was flagged for unnecessary roughness and unsportsmanlike conduct in a span of three plays. Sparano and defensive coordinator Paul Pasqualoni were shouting at Porter to come off the field, but he either didn't hear them or chose to ignore their pleas. ..."
November 24
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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Channing Crowder is not one to shy away from a good fight. But during his confrontation with Patriots lineman Matt Light, which took place in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 48-28 loss, it appeared that swinging back was the last thing on the Dolphin linebacker's agenda. Light had knocked Crowder's helmet off after Stephen Gostkowski's 31-yard field goal put the Patriots up 41-28, and when Crowder shoved back New England's left tackle grabbed a handful of Crowder's dreads and held his head down while throwing a few punches. Crowder spent most of that exchange trying to free himself, eventually running 10 yards from the haymakers, which triggered more tussles from these two AFC East rivals. ..."
October 15
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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Channing Crowder's a funny guy. He usually has a witty retort for questions that could easily be followed with a rim shot. But following a career-best 13-tackle performance in Sunday's 29-28 loss to the Texans, Crowder tried to mask his frustration by joking about his meager NFL salary. When addressing Owen Daniels' destructive four-catch performance again the Dolphins, Crowder pointed out the tight end gets paid "probably more than me." When explaining why the game-winning quarterback draw by Matt Schaub worked, Crowder credited Texans coach Gary Kubiak for a great play-call. He then pointed out: "Kubiak gets paid, too. Probably more than me." Crowder, who is in his fourth season as a ..."
September 22
Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
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Beaming with pride over Ronnie Brown's five-touchdown performance against the Patriots, an over-exuberant linebacker Channing Crowder called the Dolphins tailback his best friend. The touching moment inspired players on the defensive side to fill the visiting locker room with an "Awwwwww" in unison. Realizing he'd just exhibited vulnerability in a testosterone-filled atmosphere, Crowder, the Dolphins' resident comedian, quickly played into the laughter by screaming across the locker room, "I love you Ronnie. I love you." A heartfelt "I love you too" was immediately sent back Crowder's way."