Report: NFL considers moving Dolphins-Bucs opener ( Updated ) Moved to Week 11

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MIAMI (AP) -- For the Miami Dolphins and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the season might begin sooner than expected, thanks to Hurricane Irma.


The NFL is considering moving the Dolphins-Bucs opener in Miami to another site or earlier this week because of the hurricane, a person familiar with the discussions said Monday. The person confirmed the discussions to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the league and teams aren't talking publicly about the options.

Switching the game to Thursday or Friday is being considered, the person said, because Irma could threaten South Florida over the weekend. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. EDT Sunday.


Playing the game at another site Sunday is also being discussed, the person said. The teams share the same bye week in November, but would prefer to avoid moving the game to that weekend, because it would mean both teams would play 16 weeks in a row.


If the game is moved to earlier this week, the decision must be made by Tuesday because of the logistics involved, the person said. The decision will be made by the league with input from the teams, the person said.


"We will monitor the situation throughout the week and remain in close communication with both clubs and local officials," said Michael Signora, vice president of football communications for the NFL.


Dolphins coach Adam Gase said he has received updates on the status of the game but declined to discuss options.


"They tell us when to play and show up," Gase said. "We just kind of wait and see right now."


Miami receiver Kenny Stills said there had been talk among the players about a possible change in the schedule.


"We know the situation, and people are talking about the game being moved," Stills said. "All we can do is get prepared for this game, and when it comes, it comes. If they tell us to play tomorrow, we play tomorrow. I'm good with whatever they got."


Another concern for the Dolphins is potential damage to their stadium. A new canopy added last year was built to withstand a Category 4 hurricane.
 

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they will play week 11 -- obviously both teams thought this was best - - lololol
 

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Bet TAM +3 and UN 47 at a PPH shop that clones CRIS a month ago, hoping to MIDDLE out later. CRIS was higher on both than anyone else on the screen. Will be cancelled as it should be.

But it's fraudulent that with *some* of these places they cancel when it's in their favor. And when it isn't you have to call them and bitch AFTER they've robbed you by leaving the play in.

I had STL -140 the other day in an Action play vs SF. Also had UNDER 9. SF switched pitchers and won a low scoring game which closed at a Pick 'em. The shop cancelled the Total and left the Side play in and DID NOT ADJUST the price!

So be careful if you have early wagers on this football game.
 

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