Paul Soliai to make his first career start at nose tackle

By at 8 November, 2009, 11:53 am



FOXBORO, Mass. – With veteran starter Jason Ferguson sidelined with an elbow injury, third-year pro Paul Soliai will make his first career start at nose tackle when the Dolphins visit the Patriots. Soliai did open an Oct. 12 visit from the Jets at defensive tackle, next to Ferguson in a 4-3 alignment. A week after a career outing at the Jets (six tackles, forced fumble, batted down pass), Soliai will man the middle of the Dolphins’ 3-4 scheme at the Patriots. The Dolphins have six defensive linemen now, including Lionel Dotson, who is active for the first game this season. Back-up end Tony McDaniel might see some time at nose tackle. Ferguson, who turns 35 on

Nov. 28, started every game for the Dolphins last season, including the playoffs. LB Channing Crowder will miss his second straight game with a shoulder injury. Crowder has not played a full, 16-game schedule since 2006. Joining Ferguson and Crowder on the inactive list are WR Pat Turner, LB Quentin Moses, offensive tackle Lydon Murtha, QB Tyler Thigpen, RB Kory Sheets and offensive tackle Andrew Gardner. Meanwhile, rookie linebacker J.D. Folsom will be active for the first time in his career. Folsom, a seventh-round pick, was moved to the 53-man roster Saturday when the team released inside linebacker William Kershaw.

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Paul Soliai to make his first career start at nose tackle

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