The Dolphins grabbed Marino with the 27th pick overall in the 1983 draft.
Marino became the Dolphins starter in the sixth week of his rookie season
Dan took charge of the Dolphins' offense and guided the team to a 12-4 record and the AFC East title in his rookie year.
Marino threw 20 touchdowns and recorded a 96.0 passer rating to earn Rookie of the Year honors.
Marino's performance during his second year was unlike any seen in NFL history as he guided the Dolphins to a 14-2 record and a division crown.
Dan became the first player ever to pass for 5,000 yards in a single season finishing with a remarkable 5,084 yards.
Marino was named first- or second-team All-Pro eight times and earned All-AFC honors six times.
Marino's career totals are staggering as he completed 4,967 of 8,358 passes for 61,361 yards, and threw 420 touchdowns during his 242-game NFL career.
Marino giving a speech during his Enshrinement in 2005.
Marino posing with his bust during his Enshrinement.
Marino's Hall of Fame mural.
Marino's Hall of Fame bust.