Miami Dolphins
Philip Wheeler - LB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 2"/ 240 lbs. |
| Birthday | 12/12/1984 |
| Birthplace | Columbus, GA |
| College | Georgia Tech |
| Years played | 6 |
| Drafted | 2008, 3rd round, 30th pick by Colts |
Dolphins release QB White, WR Turner
The Dolphins have released QB Pat White and WR Patrick Turner, second- and third-round picks from 2009.
Dolphins acquire OT McQuistan from Cowboys
Looking for a dependable backup for one of the best tackle combinations in the league, the Dolphins traded for OT Pat McQuistan.
Dolphins place OT Garner on I.R.
The Dolphins placed backup OT Nate Garner on injured reserve and DE Phillip Merling on the reserve/non-football injury list Tuesday.
Dolphins waive/injured TE Haynos
The Dolphins placed TE Joey Haynos on the waived/injured list, the team announced Monday.
Dolphins WR Marshall’s preseason not easing concerns about production
A daily Dolphins observer is becoming increasingly skeptical about WR Brandon Marshall's chances of producing at the same level he did with the Broncos.
Dolphins release OG Thomas
The Dolphins terminated the contract of veteran OG Randy Thomas Wednesday, one week after signing him as a free agent.
Report: Dolphins trade WR Camarillo to Vikings
The Vikings have traded CB Benny Sapp for Dolphins WR Greg Camarillo, according to reports.
Dolphins sign OG Thomas
Miami signed 34-year-old OG Randy Thomas on Wednesday.
Dolphins OL Garner reinjures foot
OL Nate Garner had surgery on the same left foot that was operated on in the offseason and could be out two months.
Dolphins being patient with WR Turner
There was speculation throughout the offseason that WR Patrick Turner, the Dolphins' third-round pick in 2009, would be on the roster bubble in training camp.
Dolphins sign veteran TE Martin
The Dolphins have signed veteran TE David Martin, whom the team had released last December.
Dolphins' Henne ready to take next step
There's much to like about Dolphins QB Chad Henne heading into the 2010 season. In fact, for fantasy football owners, he has starter potential.
Dolphins rookie LB Edds tears ACL
The Dolphins have lost rookie LB A.J. Edds, a fourth-round pick, for the season.
Injured Dolphins DE Merling facing pay cut
The first two seasons of Dolphins DE Phillip Merling's career were disappointing and things have not gone well for him since the 2009 season ended.
Dolphins sign top pick Odrick
DE Jared Odrick, the 28th overall pick in this year's draft, has reportedly signed a five-year deal with the Dolphins.
PLAYER NEWS
Wheeler has signed a $26 million, five-year contract with the Miami Dolphins. The deal includes a $7 million signing bonus and $13 million guaranteed.|||||||
Wheeler spent his first four NFL seasons with the Indianapolis Colts and played last year for the Oakland Raiders, where he had career highs of 109 tackles and three sacks.
Wheeler has landed on injured reserve with a foot injury.|||||||
Wheeler is out for a Week 17 AFC South matchup at Jacksonville.
Wheeler underwent knee surgery last week and is expected to miss a couple of weeks.|||||||
"Philip's doing fine, he's off the crutches and starting the rehab process," Colts coach Tony Dungy said of his rookie linebacker. "We're thinking he'll be back maybe Buffalo week or if not then Cincinnati week." The Colts are scheduled to play the Bills on Aug. 24 - the first NFL game at the new Lucas Oil Stadium.
