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nychief · 08-12-2008, 10:50 AM

Dolphins cut injured Feely, a year after he set team record

By John Clayton
New Miami Dolphins boss Bill Parcells continues to make changes on the roster, and got younger at kicker by releasing 32-year-old veteran Jay Feely.

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Feely was coming off one of his best seasons, which made his release a surprise. He made 21 of 23 field goals last season, setting a team single-season record for field-goal percentage, and was one of the few bright spots on last year's 1-15 team.

His release opens the door for rookie Dan Carpenter of Montana, a 6-2, 220-pounder who signed with the Dolphins as an undrafted free agent. Carpenter made field goals of 41 and 49 yards in Miami's 17-6 preseason loss to Tampa Bay on Saturday.

Feely is entering his eighth season, having spent his first four years with the Atlanta Falcons, followed by two with the New York Giants.

His accuracy has improved in each of the past three seasons. He made 83.3 percent of his field goals for the Giants in 2005; 85.2 percent for the Giants in 2006; and 91.3 for the Dolphins last year.

Feely has been sidelined with a groin strain that forced him to sit out practice last week and miss the preseason opener. He signed a three-year, $4.6 million contract to join the Dolphins in 2007. As an 80.8 percent career kicker, Feely shouldn't have too much trouble finding a new job.

John Clayton is a senior NFL writer for ESPN.com. Information from The Associated Press was used in this report.

chiefzilla1501 · 08-15-2008, 07:23 PM

I don't have a problem with Feely. He actually averages about 8-12 touchbacks per year, which is really good for a kicker (Tynes usually averages about 1-2). He's obviously kicked in some tough environments before (kicker 80+% in the windy NFC East). He's got range.

Really, the only thing keeping him from a job is attitude, and I could care less how the guy acts as long as he knows how to kick the ball. Keep in mind that the last two guys to can him were Coughlin and Tuna, two guys who are far more resistant to outspoken players than most coaches are.

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nychief MVP Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: NYC Casino cash: $5349466	Dolphins cut Feely - Dolphins cut injured Feely, a year after he set team record By John Clayton New Miami Dolphins boss Bill Parcells continues to make changes on the roster, and got younger at kicker by releasing 32-year-old veteran Jay Feely. Feely Feely was coming off one of his best seasons, which made his release a surprise. He made 21 of 23 field goals last season, setting a team single-season record for field-goal percentage, and was one of the few bright spots on last year's 1-15 team. His release opens the door for rookie Dan Carpenter of Montana, a 6-2, 220-pounder who signed with the Dolphins as an undrafted free agent. Carpenter made field goals of 41 and 49 yards in Miami's 17-6 preseason loss to Tampa Bay on Saturday. Feely is entering his eighth season, having spent his first four years with the Atlanta Falcons, followed by two with the New York Giants. His accuracy has improved in each of the past three seasons. He made 83.3 percent of his field goals for the Giants in 2005; 85.2 percent for the Giants in 2006; and 91.3 for the Dolphins last year. Feely has been sidelined with a groin strain that forced him to sit out practice last week and miss the preseason opener. He signed a three-year, $4.6 million contract to join the Dolphins in 2007. As an 80.8 percent career kicker, Feely shouldn't have too much trouble finding a new job. John Clayton is a senior NFL writer for ESPN.com. Information from The Associated Press was used in this report.
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08-15-2008, 07:23 PM	#61
chiefzilla1501 In Search of a Life Join Date: Aug 2008 Casino cash: $-1785503	I don't have a problem with Feely. He actually averages about 8-12 touchbacks per year, which is really good for a kicker (Tynes usually averages about 1-2). He's obviously kicked in some tough environments before (kicker 80+% in the windy NFC East). He's got range. Really, the only thing keeping him from a job is attitude, and I could care less how the guy acts as long as he knows how to kick the ball. Keep in mind that the last two guys to can him were Coughlin and Tuna, two guys who are far more resistant to outspoken players than most coaches are.
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