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Dan Marino was one of the most prolific quarterbacks in the history of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 1983 and went on to have a remarkable career.
Marino was a nine-time Pro Bowl selection and was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player in 1984. He was also a two-time NFL passing yards leader and
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Dan Marino was one of the most prolific quarterbacks in the history of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 1983 and went on to have a remarkable career.
Marino was a nine-time Pro Bowl selection and was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player in 1984. He was also a two-time NFL passing yards leader and a three-time NFL touchdown passes leader. He was the first quarterback in NFL history to pass for 5,000 yards in a single season and held the record for most passing yards in a single season for nearly two decades.
Marino was known for his quick release and strong arm. He was also a master of the two-minute drill and was able to lead his team to victory in many close games. He was a leader on the field and in the locker room and was beloved by his teammates and fans.
Marino was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2005. He finished his career with 4,967 completions, 8,358 attempts, 61,361 yards, and 420 touchdowns. He is widely considered to be one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time and his legacy will live on for many years to come.
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The video features a conversation with former NFL quarterbacks Dan Marino (Miami Dolphins) and Jim...
Dan Marino & Jim Kelly Full Interview / The video features a conversation with former NFL quarterbacks Dan Marino (Miami Dolphins) and Jim Kelly (Buffalo Bills), both Hall of Famers, discussing their careers and the upcoming Bills vs. Dolphins game. They first met at Jack Lambert's football camp as college freshmen and have been friends since. Both had opportunities to play in the USFL; Marino was drafted by the LA Express, while Kelly played for the Houston Gamblers.
The discussion covers the competitive nature of the AFC East and their respective draft years, highlighting the high-caliber quarterbacks of that era. They also reflect on taking games personally, respect for fellow players, and the significance of the Hall of Fame and Pro Bowl selections.
Marino and Kelly discuss the Hall of Fame, suggesting no distinction should be made between first ballot inductees and others. They express admiration for each other and recall the impact they had on their teams.
Assessing current quarterbacks, Marino praises Josh Allen (Bills) for his all-around abilities, while Kelly compliments Tua Tagovailoa's (Dolphins) accuracy and decision-making.
The conversation touches on their Super Bowl experiences, party habits, and superstitions. Kelly talks about maintaining rituals for success, while Marino was less superstitious.
Finally, they share anecdotes about their off-field lives, including Marino's high school friend and their love for wine. The interview concludes with appreciation for their long-standing friendship.