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          Morning take: Jelani Jenkins develops into starter

          • James Walker, ESPN Staff WriterOct 24, 2014, 08:12 AM ET
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          Here are the most interesting Miami Dolphins stories Friday from around the Web:

          • Adam Beasley of the Miami Herald writes second-year linebacker Jelani Jenkins has developed into a starter.

          Morning take: Jenkins patiently waited his turn as a 2013 draft pick. Once Dannell Ellerbe went down, Jenkins took over and is leading the team in tackles.

          • Omar Kelly of the Sun Sentinel provides nine keys for the Dolphins to beat the Jacksonville Jaguars.

          Morning take: Shutting down running back Denard Robinson and confusing rookie quarterback Blake Bortles are the two best ways to keep Jacksonville at bay. The Jaguars' defense is not bad statistically and could offer Miami some trouble.

          • Hal Habib of the Palm Beach Post writes Dolphins linebacker Koa Misi missed practiced Thursday.

          Morning take: Misi is the only true injury concern for the Dolphins, who are very healthy entering Week 8. If Misi can't go, Jason Trusnik could take over the middle.

          • Alain Poupart of the Dolphins team site writes safety Reshad Jones hit the ground running.

          Morning take: Jones did a good job in two games coming off a suspension. His seven tackles and interception last week against the Chicago Bears sparked Miami's defense.