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Dolphins Pull Pop-A-Shot and Card Table From Locker Room to Cut Distractions

Players say they made the change to refocus during a 2-7 slide.

Overview

  • Reporters observed the removal of a Pop-A-Shot mini hoop, a second rim and a card table from the Dolphins' locker room this week.
  • Defensive tackle Benito Jones said players decided to take out the items to focus on the little things and their remaining games.
  • Head coach Mike McDaniel said he was not informed beforehand that the games would be removed, according to reporter Joe Schad.
  • Most players declined to discuss the change or downplayed its significance when asked on Thursday.
  • The move comes during broader organizational churn that included trading Jaelan Phillips and owner Stephen Ross installing Champ Kelly as interim general manager after firing Chris Grier.