DOLPHINS vs BUCCANEERS Watch Live Stream FREE Online & Listen: Live Coverage from Raymond James Stadium Tampa Bay

Tonight at 8:30 p.m. the Miami Dolphins (4-4) will attempt to turn the conversation about bullying that has emanated from their locker room into a discussion about overcoming adversity when they travel to Tampa Bay and face the winless Buccaneers (0-8) at Raymond James Stadium. Watch Monday Night Football on ESPN or live stream the game for free here. Dolphins fans can listen to the game on 560 WQAM, while Buccaneers fans may do the same on WDAE 620.

The Dolphins' season began promisingly, with three straight wins. Since then, their play has declined precipitously, and an ugly scandal has dominated conversation in the NFL. Fins quarterback Ryan Tannehill discussed the challenge of forging ahead under a dark cloud.

"Right now we're focused on sticking together as a team, having each others' backs as a team, and getting ready to play a football game," Tannehill said. "At the end of the day, we're playing a Tampa Bay team on the road on Monday. So we have to deal with this, yes, but we also have to get ready to play a football game."

Last week the Dolphins squeaked out a win with an overtime safety, that linebacker Cameron Wake could barely believe. "It's almost like a movie moment," Wake said.

The Bucs have dealt with their own controversies this season, from a MRSA outbreak that embarrassed the organization, and the rapid meltdown of opening week starting quarterback Josh Freeman. They nearly upset the Seahawks in Seattle last week, and running back Mike James, replacing the injured Doug Martin, chewed up 158 yards on the ground in the effort.

"Those are things that are getting us excited and encouraged," Schiano said. "Three games without an interception. That's how we have to play the game. I'm mad at myself for not getting us there sooner."

Dolphins Injury Report:

Dannell Ellerbe	LB	Calf	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Caleb Sturgis	K	right Groin	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Dion Sims	TE	Toe	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Chris Clemons	S	Hamstring	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Dimitri Patterson	CB	Groin	Limited Participation in Practice	Doubtful
Nate Garner	T	Knee	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Koa Misi	LB	Knee	Limited Participation in Practice	Questionable
Nolan Carroll	CB	Concussion	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Jonathan Martin	T	Illness	Out (Definitely Will Not Play)	Out
Jelani Jenkins	LB	Foot	Limited Participation in Practice	Questionable

Buccaneers Injury Report:

Danny Gorrer	CB	Groin	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Carl Nicks	G	Foot	Did Not Participate In Practice	Out
Doug Martin	RB	--	Did Not Participate In Practice	--
Akeem Spence	DT	Wrist	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Dashon Goldson	S	Knee	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Keith Tandy	S	Ankle	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Davin Joseph	G	Knee	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Chris Owusu	WR	Foot	Did Not Participate In Practice	Doubtful
Dekoda Watson	LB	Shoulder	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Mason Foster	LB	Elbow	Full Participation in Practice	Probable
Erik Lorig	RB	Toe	Full Participation in Practice	Probable

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