AgreedCan miami scrap the new uniforms and new logo and go back to these throwbacks.
In tonight's game, Tannehill had 5.75 yards per passing attempt while Miller had 7.42 yards per carry, yet the new OC had Tannehill throw 41 times while limiting Miller to 12 carries. The game was close throughout... I just don't get it.Lamar Miller is a savage. Or a nobody depending on who you ask on this board.
I'm with you. A big part of consistent success is playing to your strengths, and the Dolphins aren't going to win many games with Tannehill airing it out 40-50 times. If your RB/OL situation is dire or you're down a couple scores then sure, but in a close, winnable game with an effective ground game where clock management is key?In tonight's game, Tannehill had 5.75 yards per passing attempt while Miller had 7.42 yards per carry, yet the new OC had Tannehill throw 41 times while limiting Miller to 12 carries. The game was close throughout... I just don't get it.
As always, overstated with a tinge of flinch reflex.Lamar Miller is a savage. Or a nobody depending on who you ask on this board.
Right. He's an about average starting NFL running back--which means he's a freaking great player who can do great things and could easily stop being a productive player a year from now and you can also get 90% of his production pretty easily.As always, overstated with a tinge of flinch reflex.
I think the thrust of the Lamar Miller argument was that one shouldn't do something drastic like sign him to AP/Beast Mode dollars or franchise him, because finding another RB that can produce on the cheap via draft or FA would be preferable to locking up one guy, regardless of the season he has when Miami does occasionally involve him in their offense. If MIA was in GFIN mode, maybe you back up the truck.
As a Pats fan I surely hope Lamar Miller gets $40 million over multiple years this winter with 30%-50% guaranteed money.
No one is "backing up the truck" for Lamar Miller. If you look back, I suggested keeping Miller for 3-4 million, which would be about top 10 for the position. I would never suggest giving him AP or DeMarco Murray money. That would be asinine. If someone wants to give him that kind of money, I'm all for letting him walk. He's also the Dolphins best offensive weapon, and they have no idea how to utilize him.As always, overstated with a tinge of flinch reflex.
I think the thrust of the Lamar Miller argument was that one shouldn't do something drastic like sign him to AP/Beast Mode dollars or franchise him, because finding another RB that can produce on the cheap via draft or FA would be preferable to locking up one guy, regardless of the season he has when Miami does occasionally involve him in their offense. If MIA was in GFIN mode, maybe you back up the truck.
As a Pats fan I surely hope Lamar Miller gets $40 million over multiple years this winter with 30%-50% guaranteed money.
Yesterday they effectively benched Miller and gave Ajayi an extended look as the featured back. In a lost season, I would say that's the smart move. With Miller potentially on the way out, it makes sense to see whether or not Ajayi can handle a larger portion of the carries before heading into the offseason.This team has a lot of holes to fill, as evidenced (again) today. Do some of you still expect the Fins to spend $$ at RB? I don't.
Looking back at the first round selections, there's no one that immediately jumps out at me that would have been an immediate upgrade over Parker at a position of need. Marcus Peters maybe? After Vontae Davis, I doubt Philbin is signing off on bringing in another talented but troubled cornerback to Miami.Not a pretty first offseason in Miami for Tannenbaum. That Parker pick looks dumber by the week in light of the other (many) deficiencies on the team.
I have no faith in him to right this ship.
Statistically, he's blowing a guy like Kam Chancellor out of the water. He has two things working against him. Reputation and the team he plays for. A guy like Kam is a household name and a member of the "Legion of Boom." No one knows Reshad Jones like that, although he is starting to become recognized more and more as a playmaker. Miami also flat-out stinks and their defense is particularly bad. That certainly isn't helping Jones at all, even though he has played at a very high level dating back to last year when he returned from his suspension.Somehow Reshad Jones isn't a Pro Bowler. I'd love to hear the rationale for that one. I suppose you might as well let the charade that is the game itself infiltrate the selection process.
Its irrelevant because we're not winning this game. But screw draft slotting - it doesn't matter when you're dealing with an inept organization, as evidenced below:I'm all for letting some other team f-ck with the Patriots' Super Bowl dreams. I'm much more concerned with Miami being in the best possible position to add talent and attract a capable coach. Having a Top 5 draft selection certainly doesn't hurt with any of those goals.
http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/14449812/miko-grimes-wife-miami-dolphins-cb-brent-grimes-criticizes-qb-ryan-tannehillMiko Grimes was back at it Sunday, tweeting harsh criticism of Tannehill after the Dolphins lost 18-12 to the Colts. Her Twitter account has since been protected, but not before a number of media outlets had captured her tweets.
"I knew this qb stunk the minute we signed to this team but I tried to keep quiet so I didn't discourage bae from believing in his team," she tweeted.
Of Tannehill she also tweeted: "I should've known we were gonna lose when I heard we didn't complete a single pass in two minute drills this week against the practice squad defense." She added: "My Column: how many people does Ryan Tannehill have to get fired before you realize he's the problem."
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/25431573/report-dolphins-took-extra-staff-to-new-england-to-guard-against-malfeasanceWhen the Dolphins visited New England in late October, they took extra precautions to guard against potential malfeasance, multiple sources tell the Miami Herald.
Most notably: the organization traveled to New England this year with more equipment staffers than they do for a usual road trip. It wasn't a coincidence. It was a preventative measure.
The extra staffing ensured that no Patriots employee would have any reason to touch (and potentially tamper with) their gear ahead of or during the Thursday night game.
In any event, that the Dolphins would be such a team to take this action isn't all that surprising, considering the team's executive vice president of football operations is Mike Tannenbaum, who was the general manager of theNew York Jets at the time of the Spygate revelations.
I would agree that she is, but I do question her methods. It also seems counterproductive for her husband, who grades out rather average/below average for 2015 and carries a 9.5 million salary cap hit for 2016 - I doubt her rant does anything to help convince the Dolphins to keep him even if they believe he can still be their number 1 corner.but, um, she's right.
Who is that?Its irrelevant because we're not winning this game. But screw draft slotting - it doesn't matter when you're dealing with an inept organization, as evidenced below:
Guess that kinda answers my follow up question as to why he has a Michael Jordan tat on his pec.Dion Jordan.
Dolphins next GM will most likely be an “in house” hire.. Which I assume means a “YES-man"Dennis Hickey fired. Ross/Tannenbaum 2016
So the coach, OC, DC, GM all fired in separate moves. Seems like there is a plan.
they are seriously going after worst organization in the league. Ross sent a letter to season ticket holders saying coaching search ongoing and several fine candidates. who???? you trust Mister T to make a call? He is power hungry himself
Serious question: who would you actually want to keep on this roster going forward (salary included)?
Ajayi, Landry, Parker, Matthews, Sims, JJames, Pouncey (if healthy), Suh (restructured), Phillips, Jenkins, R Jones, Darr and the placekicker
I don't think anyone else is actually worth what they are due going forward. Most of the guys are simply flotsam or overpriced veterans
Chris Grier begins his 15th season with the Dolphins and his eighth as the team's Director of College Scouting. He served as an area scout with the club from 2000-02 before being promoted to National Scout/Assistant Director of College Scouting in 2003. He joined the club after spending the previous five years in the personnel department with the New England Patriots.Dolphins next GM will most likely be an “in house” hire.. Which I assume means a “YES-man"
Adam SchefterVerified account @AdamSchefter 49m49 minutes ago
Dolphins director of college scouting Chris Grier is the leading candidate to replace Dennis Hickey as Miami's GM, per league sources.
Actually Grier is well-regarded in what he does. The Jets interviewed him last offseason for their GM position.Dolphins next GM will most likely be an “in house” hire.. Which I assume means a “YES-man"
Adam SchefterVerified account @AdamSchefter 49m49 minutes ago
Dolphins director of college scouting Chris Grier is the leading candidate to replace Dennis Hickey as Miami's GM, per league sources.
I caught myself smiling when Brady got absolutely swallowed close to his own goal line late in the 2nd half, but I still contend that when a team like the Ravens takes "our guy" in the draft, we'll lament this win.Whatever, I loved every minute of this. This team needs competent coaching way more than they need a top 10 draft pick.
Loved watching that defensive line get after Brady. Also, Hewitt showed very well during his time replacing Jelani.
Nice to go into the offseason on a high note. Hope Denver follows through this afternoon to ensure it doesn't go to waste.
“@ProFootballTalk: Chris Grier unofficially is the new G.M. of the Dolphins, per source with knowledge of the move. Should be official on Monday.”well regarded based on what? his college drafts? obviously we can't know who he recommended and who he didn't, but the Dolphins drafting the last 8 years has not been good obviously