Miami Dolphins
Brandon Gibson - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 0"/ 205 lbs. |
| Birthday | 08/13/1987 |
| Birthplace | Puyallup, WA |
| College | Washington State |
| Years played | 5 |
| Drafted | 2009, 6th round, 21st pick by Eagles |
Dolphins to explore backup QB options
Following injuries to Chad Pennington and Chad Henne, Miami is bringing in some free agents to compete for a backup job behind likely starter Tyler Thigpen.
Report: Pennington, Henne both out for season
Both Chad Pennington and Chad Henne are likely out for the remainder of the season, according to PFW Dolphins correspondent and Sun Sentinel reporter Omar Kelly. Each quarterback was injured in Miami's 29-17 Week 10 victory vs. the Titans.
Dolphins use three QBs in win over Titans
The Miami Dolphins achieved their season-high point total against Tennessee, and it only took three quarterbacks, a flea-flicker and the revival of the wildcat.
Pennington leaves game with shoulder injury; return is questionable
Dolphins QB Chad Pennington has left Sunday's game with a shoulder injury and his return is questionable.
Titans QB Young a game-time decision
Titans QB Vince Young will be a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Upcoming stretch could spell end for Henne or Henning in Miami
Chad Henne may not be the future of the Dolphins' franchise anymore after being benched for veteran QB Chad Pennington, and possibly Tyler Thigpen.
No fine for McClain after spitting incident
The NFL will not impose any fines on Ravens FB Le'Ron McClain after Dolphins LB Channing Crowder accused McClain of spitting in Crowder's face.
Dolphins bench Henne, reinstall Pennington as starter
At his Wednesday press conference, Dolphins head coach Tony Sparano announced that he is benching starting QB Chad Henne this Sunday against the Titans and that backup Chad Pennington will start in his place.
Veteran CB Harris signs with Dolphins
The Dolphins have signed ex-Packers CB Al Harris and waived former first-round CB Jason Allen.
Dolphins swap O-linemen
The Dolphins signed OT Matt Kopa and placed OT Patrick Brown on waivers on Tuesday.
AFC East midseason reports
Few expected TE Dustin Keller to be the Jets' No. 1 offensive weapon this season, but that's what has happened. Read our midseason team reports on the AFC East.
Dolphins ask league to review spitting incident
Dolphins head coach Tony Sparano has asked the NFL to look into the accusation from ILB Channing Crowder that Ravens FB Le'Ron McClain spit in Crowder's face on Sunday.
Dolphins' defense takes a step back
The Joe Flacco-Ray Rice connection punished the Dolphins' defense on Sunday, handing Miami its first road loss of the season.
Crowder, Scott accuse opponents of dirty play
Dolphins LB Channing Crowder accused Ravens FB Le'Ron McClain of spitting in his face and Jets LB Bart Scott called the Lions the dirtiest team he has played since the Titans.
Ravens end Miami's road run, 26-10
Billy Cundiff made four field goals, and the Baltimore Ravens cranked up the defense after halftime Sunday in a 26-10 victory over a Miami Dolphins team that was unbeaten in away games.
PLAYER NEWS
Gibson has signed with the Miami Dolphins, giving young quarterback Ryan Tannehill a third new target through free agency.|||||||
Gibson, who signed Friday, spent the past four seasons with the St. Louis Rams, where he made 38 starts. Last year he had 51 receptions for a career-high 691 yards and five touchdowns while starting 13 games.
Gibson hauled in six receptions for 100 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 15-12 win at Buffalo.|||||||
Despite his big day, Gibson doesn't have much fantasy value going forward.
Gibson had three catches for 33 yards in Thursday's 17-3 win over Arizona.|||||||
Gibson was the only St. Louis player with more than one reception. If Danny Amendola's right shoulder injury is serious, Gibson could get more targets.
Gibson had five catches for 55 yards and a TD in a 37-7 loss to Baltimore on Sunday.|||||||
Gibson could be a good player to start next week against Washington if only because he is one of the few competent receivers Sam Bradford can turn to for the hapless Rams.
Gibson had six catches for 56 yards Sunday in a 19-6 win at Arizona.|||||||
Gibson has 28 receptions over his last five games and represents a major fantasy find for players looking for a late-season pickup.
