Chad Johnson, Evelyn Lozada domestic incident not the sole reason for his termination, coach says

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Chad Ochocinco now Chad Johnson
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Posted: 08/13/2012

DAVIE, Fla. (AP) -- Miami Dolphins coach Joe Philbin says the decision to release six-time Pro Bowl receiver Chad Johnson wasn't based on any single incident and wasn't made to send a message.

   Philbin said the Dolphins simply decided the fit was wrong for both the team and Johnson.

   The Dolphins terminated Johnson's contract Sunday night, about 24 hours after he was arrested in a domestic battery case involving his wife. Johnson was released from jail on $2,500 bond earlier Sunday after his wife accused him of head-butting her during an argument.

   Earlier in the week, Philbin said Johnson's roster spot could be in jeopardy if he didn't temper his freewheeling behavior. Johnson annoyed the coach by frequently using profanity during a session with reporters.

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