For Miami Dolphins’ fans, 2012 will be remembered as a year where there has been plenty of transition. The team hired Joel Philbin as its coach and drafted QB Ryan Tannehill in the first round. Tannehill is the first QB to be drafted in the 1st round by the Dolphins since Dan Marino in 1983. For fans or those looking to buy holiday gifts for Dolphins fans, there are choices that celebrate this new era or connect the fans to the great players that have worn the “Aqua and Orange.”
The top 10 items for Miami Dolphins’ fans this holiday season:
1. Men’s Nike Miami Dolphins Reggie Bush Elite Team Color Jersey: This is a jersey that is the built to the same specifications that Reggie Bush would wear onto the field for gameday. Available in aqua, the recognizable color of the Dolphins. Bush is one of the most popular players in the 2012 season. Available from the NFL Shop. Purchase price is $249.99.
2. Mounted Memories Miami Dolphins Dan Marino Signed Pro Football: This hand-signed ball by the Dolphins’ legendary quarterback is a great collectible for any football fan. Marino played for the Dolphins from 1983-1999. Available from the NFL Shop. Purchase price is $499.99.
3. Mounted Memories Miami Dolphins Don Shula Autographed 8×10 Carried Off Field Photo: On November 14, 1993, Dolphins coach Don Shula broke George Halas’ all-time wins record with his 325th career victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. This photo shows Shula being carried off the field at Veterans Stadium during one of the Dolphins’ most memorable seasons. Available from the NFL Shop. Purchase price is $139.99.
4. New Era Miami Dolphins 2012 Official Draft Day 39Thirty Hat – Aqua: Ryan Tannehill and all of the other Dolphins’ draftees in 2012 received this hat. Give this as a gift and your recipient will wonder if they were just drafted by the Dolphins. Available from Fanatics.com. Purchase price is $24.95.
5. History of the Miami Dolphins DVD: This two-disc set covers the 45 year history of the franchise. Moments such as the Dolphins’ opening game in the American Football League to the period of star players such as Zach Thomas and Jason Taylor. Available from Fanatics.com. Purchase price is $26.95.
6. McArthur Miami Dolphins 30” x 60” Aqua Beach Towel: Show your support for the Miami Dolphins at the beach with this towel. The towel features the Miami Dolphins logo and helmet. Available from Fanatics.com. Purchase price is $19.95.
7. Miami Dolphins 3’x5′ Team Logo Flag: Your recipient could plant this flag in front of their watch party or at their tailgate outside of Sun Life Stadium. The flag is an aqua color. Available from Fanatics.com. Purchase price is $29.95.
8. Nike Miami Dolphins Just Do It T-Shirt – Orange: Featuring the famous Nike slogan, this is a great shirt for any Dolphins’ fan. The shirt prominently features the team’s logo. Available from Fanatics.com. Purchase price is $27.95.
9. Miami Dolphins Double-Check Logo Stocking – Aqua: This stocking will be great for adding stuffers along with this Dolphins-themed sticking. Your recipient will show their Dolphin pride every Christmas from now on. Available from Fanatics.com. Purchase price is $19.95.
10. ’47 Brand Miami Dolphins Slugger Pullover Hoodie – Charcoal: This pullover hoodie will keep you warm during the holiday season. The hoodie will also let the recipient show off their Dolphin pride. Available from Fanatics.com. Purchase price is $84.95.
Edwin Alexander is a Miami native and has been watching the Dolphins since the years of Hall of Fame Coach Don Shula and Quarterback Dan Marino.
