Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Fins72, I agree with your assessment. While I do think there's a good deal of talented players in Dolphins' uniforms, most of that talent is not being coached very well. This is a theme that continues year-after-year. We have seen two preseason opponents now that have far better trained players than we do. Play calling from the sidelines (Gase) is incredibly poor. Not being able to score a
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Fiedlerhater--the best of luck to you and my prayers are there for a speedy recovery.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

I didn't see anything special to write home about regarding the Dolphins "first scrimmage" game. Tampa bay, however, looked further along on both sides of the ball than the Dolphins. One of the players I did watch was #86, Gesicki. His blocking seemed sound and he may be a factor in keeping RT upright during the season. We'll learn more each week. I sure hope we see some strong de
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

808phan, I understand.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Damn...what a shame. My youngest son just called and told me. Totally shocked...he was a young guy at 56. Way to short of a life. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. Very sad, indeed.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Attention all posting members of the forum-- JC and I have conferred about the baiting and insults that go well beyond teasing on the forum. We don’t believe valid discussions should degrade into petty arguments and differences of opinion that hi-jack the topic. Such behavior is all too common and tends to dissuade others from visiting or posting on the forum. As moderators, it is our
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

This subject it like touching a hot poker. Old Glory is a symbol of this country's existence. When thousands get together at a major sporting event flying Old Glory is just something to remind everyone where they are and just how fortunate they are to live in the land of the free and home of the brave. Playing the National Anthem is a means of allowing the people in attendance to focus
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Before TC is tar and feathered, let's see what the future holds with the Dolphins' new recruits. Several appear to be more than just on paper filling holes. I expect Fitzpatrick to be on the field as a starter in no time. His success is dependent on defensive strategy and a willingness to let him handle a variety of match ups. As for RT, I thought we might take Mason Rudolph, but the FO decid
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Smythe is a big boy. He was used sparingly by the Irish, largely due to the QB play schemes of Brian Kelly. This TE has untapped and unseen potential as a receiver. A solid 'B' player "as is", IMO. Gase may push his development to be a blocker and receiving threat.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Fitzpatrick is an amazing athlete and played various D for Saban. If Gase can get him into a similar role, it may be the best pick in years for the Dolphins We need to see how this develops with the Dolphins coaching.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Gesicki--Love this selection. 'A' player. This pick solves the weak TE position and this player just may start, game 1.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

"The tension is mounting." That's what the sportscasters are stating. Okay. I kind of feel--"here we go again, what foolish move will our brain trust do tonight?" Linebacker? QB? DT? It won't be long before we can state--"are you kidding me?" I'm not optimistic--can you tell.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Can't say I'm crazy about the current helmet logo. I prefer the original version. (The one on the helmets of our SB winning teams.) I also prefer more orange in the form of stripes--again much like the teams in the early 70s. You want to see more holding calls on opponent teams? Put the sleeves back on the Dolphins' jersey--just like the early 70s team Dolphins uniform.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

TC--my opinion isn't carved in stone. It's all the variables, all the unknowns that effect success. Look at Tiger Woods for instance. Aside from aging, he's faced mental stress after mental stress plus physical problems that have changed two things, his physical state and his mental confidence. He too has seen his best years, IMO. Can he compete? Sure, but not nearly at his previous level of play
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

It's too early to tell whether the scheduled game opponents will be anything but so-so. It seems that the ability for most teams to improve over the prior season is fast becoming a lost art. Once we can see the final Dolphins roster and start comparing it to upcoming opponent's rosters we'll have a better outlook on what is in store for the Dolphins. Tannehill, of course, is the truly unknown fa
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Wayne was an amazing guy and built a legacy apart from the sports teams he owned. His passing is a blow to the South Florida community that he was so much a part of....
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Leadership in Football: Some thoughts--being a vocal player, a big mouth, doesn't necessarily mean the player can get others to follow his suggestions, advice and energy. Leading by example, playing well in every respect, followed by enthusiastic words and energy may attract some to improve their thoughts and ability to execute plays. Wake has proved to be a tough and durable player who show
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Dolphins merely testing the water with Osweiler. Probably just another warm body for the front office to say we did something this week--aren't we smart.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

14,000 yards so far. How many more yards will Gore gain as a Dolphins RB? He can still run and catch and may be able to provide some senior mentorship to others on the team. He's a proven player. I wish him well and believe he's a good addition even if it's only for a year or two.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

How often have we, the fans. applauded something, anything, the front office or the HC has done during the past 20 years. Thinking about it really strains the brain. The Dolphins continue to be a bust. It starts with the owner and runs through his bonehead employees.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

No Dolphins' draftee this year (my opinion) will be able to start for the team. I'm putting it out there. So, if that is correct, the only way to improve the current roster (which is changing) is to 1) make a trade or 2) pick up players via FA who have something left in the tank and aren't too expensive. Given the high level of negotiating skills exhibited by the brain trust on the Dolphins,
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

We are seeing sabotage from within. Cleveland awarded a top flight NFL player and we receive two lowly picks...talk about stupid negotiating. Landry will never see a SB ring playing for the Browns....unlike you know who on the Eagles.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

One less quality player for RT to throw to before getting sacked. My question is: who will take Landry's role and is he on already on the team? Without knowing all the possibilities, it certainly appears to be a very "stupid" trade. Is there a rabbit in the hat?
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

"If you build it they will come" doesn't apply to baseball or football in South Florida, it only pertains to widening roadways. "If you win, they will come" is fitting for Dolphins. Nothing more, nothing less than "winning." Ross is just a rich guy with a toy in his closet to play with. He should sell the team to investors that have winning as their focus, not h
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

I think the only way this guy is coming to Miami is for a vacation. Dolphins won't pick a QB in the first round of the draft...too many other needs besides the front office is betting on RT to be back, better than ever. It's their call and they routinely guess wrong.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

We'll never know just how good the Dolphins would play against the top college program in the country will we, so my comment is simply pointing to the enormous talent both of these college teams have on their respective rosters. Some players will blossom in the upcoming seasons to become NFL draft selectees, others will declare soon and we will see them drafted this spring.
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion

The Rolling Tide is one helluva football team. I have to say the same for the Bulldogs--both are equal but the Tide, once again, under Nick Saban, who most Fins fans despise (and for good reason) has coached another team to a National Championship. Talent wise, there are players on both teams that will become NFL players. Some will have fantastic careers. Teams of this caliber work together,
Forum: Miami Dolphins Civilized Discussion