Dolphins coverage and the NFL http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Well we called it a while ago that the Packers and Dolphins could go QB, after Brohm goes to Green Bay, the Dolphins took Michigan QB Chad Henne. So much for John Beck who was taken in round two last year. This is the problem with the quick hook on coaches as everyone wants their guys and run different offenses and defenses and ends up wasting top picks and player from the previous regimes http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Brian Brohm and Chad Henne still available here in the middle of round two and in the next 10 picks there is no team with a big QB need. Will someone trade soon for them? Or do the Packers and Dolphins who pick back to back soon stop someone's slide? The Packers always take the top available and eve with Aaron Rodgers need a backup http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins got real good value with DE Phillip Merling who could and probably should have gone in round one. A good start to round two http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net With the final pick in the first round the New York Giants selected safety Kenny Phillips, getting a decent value and a pick at a position of need and considering the history of Miami Hurricane safeties it might be better than you think http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Cowboys trade for Pacman Jones isn't complete yet, but they have completed a different one. They have sent ILB Akin Ayodele and TE Anthony Fasano to the Miami Dolphins and Bill Parcells for a 4th round pick. Ayodele was going to lose his starting job to Zach Thomas and Fasano is playing behind Jason Witten, but was a 2nd round pick just two years ago. Seems like a lot to send for a 4th round pick even if it's the first pick in the round. The Dolphins get a good backup at tight end and a linebacker who can step in and start... certainly more than they could have gotten with the 4th round pick so for now they appear to be the winners http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Ok here is our final 2008 NFL Mock Draft. Glad we got the first pick right and guaranteed not to get all 32 thanks to the Patriots, but never came close anyway http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins have ended the suspense agreeing with Michigan OT Jake Long to a 5 year deal worth $57.5 million including $30 million in guaranteed money according to Adam Schefter. There had been rumors he wasn't their choice despite he was the only one they were negotiating with, go figure... St. Louis, you're up http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net So it's time to release our first 2008 NFL Mock Draft - another will come Friday before the draft. There is lots of intrigue and different scenarios and some trades will factor in of course, but we'll take a look where things are at now. See our 2008 NFL Mock Draft http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The NFL draft is a crapshoot and the 2008 version appears to be a little more than usual. No true #1 pick, some safer picks, some with more upside.... then there is the one constant, the danger of drafting a wide receiver in round one. Rookie receivers usually do not make a big impact, junior wide receivers may be flashy choices but are even more dangerous. This year the name moving up the charts is Devin Thomas... who? He is from Michigan State and a one year wonder. Let's see a junior with only one year of production, runs fast and has good size.. shoot him up the board.... danger! What about a couple receivers who were consider near the top - Mario Manningham and Malcolm Kelly - both juniors and both falling down the boards. Neither ran a quality 40 time, but they have excuses. Those are part of the problem. Manningham lied about failing drug tests in college, then admitted to it and then sounded like an idiot on a national radio show. He clearly doesn't get it, but it appears NFL GM's do and there is little chance he goes in round one now. Kelly didn't run well and blamed his school for changing the surface he was to run on.... you see he had special shoes and everything. Ok this shoe thing is true of everyone now a days (ugh) but to come out and bash the school was an immature and dumb move on his part. Why do people get so caught up on a 40 time of someone on a track with special shoes when they have been preparing to run this drill for months. Are they ever asked to run the 40 without pads and in tracks shoes during a game? Jerry Rice ran a 4.55 40 coming out of college but didn't look that slow when the speedy Redskins corner Darrell Green was chasing him... who really cares. I understand it has some value but it is far too overrated. How many times do receivers run in the 4.3s and then you hear people say that team needs receivers you can stretch the field and their current group isn't getting it done. The 40 speed doesn't make them a deep threat. Even better there have been top track guys playing receiver in the NFL and referred to as more of a possession guy... not saying the assessment was wrong but pointing out they were track stars just a couple years ago... NFL speed is different than track speed. Being fast at one doesn't make you fast at the other, get it? There are plenty of teams needing a receiver and some will reach for one, more will regret than will rejoice and fans will be excited in April and forget their names in October... such is life in the NFL in April http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net So the Dolphins need a QB, Matt Ryan will be selected first in the draft. Wait Chris Long is just Parcell's type of guy... Chris Long will be selected first... now word the Dolphins are negotiating with Michigan tackle Jake Long, who now clearly appears to be the front runner. Long is a very good looking tackle, probably a step below Joe Thomas who went third last year. The draft this year is similar to 2005 where there was no clear #1 choice, no QB worth all the money (is anyone) and no other player who deserved to knock Alex Smith out. The Dolphins are without a doubt looking for someone to sign for less than the usually raise over last year's #1. Quarterbacks have owned the top spot and are usually paid a premium, the Dolphins are looking to remove that premium and may open negotiations with others and see if anyone is willing to sign their name before the draft for a lesser price. We agree with Bill Polian who said things have gotten out of hand with the top picks contracts. The top 5 or 10 immediately become among the highest paid at their position and history shows many will never make it. The agents won't let them sign for less because it makes them look bad, or so they think. The Dolphins will need to find someone and a price they can live with before the draft to avoid a long holdout. Hey Jake you ready to sign http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins have signed former Falcons safety Chris Crocker to a one year deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Vikings have signed former Dolphins LB Derrick Pope to add depth http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The DOlphins add another former Cowboy, CB Nate Jones to a 2 year deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins have signed former Chiefs kicker Dave Rayner to a one year deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins have signed former Cowboys safety Keith Davis to a 2 year $3.5 million deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net QB Trent Green has agreed to return to the St. Louis Rams after being released earlier this off season. It is a 3 year $8.9 million deal with $4 million coming in the first year. That is a lot of coin to pay a backup QB with just a couple of health issues. He is re-uniting with Al Saunders who was the offensive coordinator while he was in Kansas City and now has the same role in St. Louis http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Jets have signed former Dolphins RB Jesse Chatman to a one year deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Bears have brought back a familiar name in WR Marty Booker who has agreed to a 2 year deal with the team. Booker had 100 catches in 2001 with the Bears choose to come back to where he had known success after being traded to Miami in 2004. The Patriots were also interested in him, but Chicago won out http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have resigned safety Yeremiah Bell to a one year deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Yes we know the salary cap has risen and the newest free agents are getting paid huge. A couple that stand out to us are Bernard Berrian and Alan Faneca, but for different reason. Berrian is not a top 5 certainly or even top 10 player at his position, he had one good year and average one the year before. Yes he is an up and coming receiver with great deep speed, but $42 million for 6 years and $16 million guaranteed? Sure the top player at the position gets paid more than he should in free agency, but Berrian wasn't the top player... what about Randy Moss. No one really counted him as they thought he was going back to the Patriots. Now how can Moss accept anything less than this... he certainly deserves to be paid much more than Berrian but the Patriots won't be paying that much. The Vikings really raised the bar on receivers here. On the other side Faneca raises the bar for offensive lineman but he certainly is in the top 3 at his position in the league and deserved to be paid more than all the guys last year, especially ones who haven't even earned a free trip to Hawaii. Faneca got more, but too much more... hint to Moss. Parity exists off the field as well. By the same token these players should be getting more than all the draft picks coming into the league. After all remember the #1 pick in the draft this year will be pushing for $35 million guaranteed. Taking that into consideration what is Moss, Faneca or even Berrian worth in comparison? It is easy to see there are some real issues that need to be fixed, but don't hold your breath. Moss... he figures to see $20-$22 million guaranteed tops, but the real questions is who will pay it... New England, Green Bay... probably not, Dallas don't count on it... after the year he had who thought he would have this much trouble finding a contract http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins have been active in remaking their roster signing Texans LB Charlie Anderson to a 3 year contract, Raiders QB Josh McCown to a 2 year deal, Titans DT Randy Starks to a 5 year deal and Giants LB Torbor to a four-year deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins have signed a pair of free agents, former Jaguars WR Ernest Wilford got a 4 year deal and former Jets TE Sean Ryan signed a one year deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins have their nose tackle completing a trade with the Cowboys for Jason Ferguson according to the Dallas Morning News. The teams will swap picks in the 6th round and Miami will send a 6th round pick next year as well. That works out well for the Fins who get the man they wanted and didn't have to pay much for an aging veteran coming off an injury. All in all good for both but advantage Fins. The Cowboys saw him as expendable after the emergence of Jay Ratliff http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins are also fishing around Shaun Rodgers as a possible nose tackle via trade. Ferguson is up there in years but a Parcells favorite and the likely choice but the Dolphins are keeping their option open... or showing Jerry Jones they have some to help bring the price down http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Dolphins backup QB Cleo Lemon may be headed to Jacksonville, look for him to sign quickly http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins are not done on day one as they have former Raiders QB Josh McCown and OLB Calvin Pace coming in for a visit. Pace is the top option at rush linebacker for 3-4 teams and the Dolphins have the money to spend, now the question is if he is worth it. Pace was a first round bust before the Cardinals switched to a 3-4 defense last year and an injury gave him a chance to start and shine http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net One of the first trades to go through may be between Bill Parcells and his old boss, the Tuna is after nose tackle Jason Ferguson to be the center of the Dolphins 3-4 defense http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net It didn't take long for the Dolphins to make the first move of free agency as about an hour into Friday they agreed with former 49ers guard Justin Smiley on a 5 year $25 million deal with $9 million guaranteed. Smiley is an athletic guard who will step in and improve the Dolphins line. He was coming off a down year that ended on the IR with a torn labrum, but he should be ready for camp http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins have signed former Broncos WR David Kircus http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Eagles could be players early in free agency. Look for them to make a play for Patriots CB Asante Samuel, the Saints are also big players but don't count out a couple of AFC East teams in the Dolphins and Jets. The other target for the Eagles early will be DJ Hackett who would fit the system coming over from Seattle http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Cowboys have signed LB Zach Thomas to a one year $3 million deal according to the Dallas Morning News. He will likely replace Akin Ayodele in the starting lineup. Thomas was highly sought after being released by the Dolphins. The Patriots were very interested and have had great success with veteran linebackers, but the Cowboys won out http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Bill Parcells made his first big cut of his tenure in Miami today releasing MLB Zach Thomas. A mainstay over the last 12 years, at age 34 Thomas would like to continue playing with another team. He suffered a serious concussion last year and with the after affects there are some concerns going forward for the undersized tackling machine. Earlier in the week the team also released QB Trent Green and WR Marty Booker http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Ah yes tax time is near and the pain of seeing how much money we fork over to cause deep pain in our stomachs. Then of course there is all the good that comes from it, such as members of congress spending the day listening to the he said she said of Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee (don't forget Andy Pettitte too) and now a new wonderful word "Nannygate", ugh what has this world come to? Add to that Arlen Specter grilling NFL commissioner Roger Goodell over the spygate issue, threatening congressional hearings and the league's antitrust exemption. Do these blowhard's not have anything better to do with their days??? Do we not have any serious issues to be tackled in this great country that we have time to bicker and seek headlines with this crap? Hey guys call me when you fix the economy, health care, homelessness in this rich country and a list longer than.... then we can get around to which retired baseball players did what. Other than Barry Bonds the rest of this is ridiculous and makes me not want to pay attention to the sports we all love so much. This country has become addicted to soap opera's and reality crap where everyone wants their 15 minutes. It's not like this is all brand new, the Steelers of the 70s admittedly used steroids and they certainly were not alone but no one is calling to take back their Super Bowl wins. Lester Hayes is probably my favorite corner of all time, but he reported used something to help him get a better grip. Can we all just move on and focus on trying to fix things rather than going over the top about the past. Either way Roger was dominant, the Patriots were superior and as much as it pains us Bonds was a Hall of Famer before they all crossed the line http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have hired Dan Henning as their new head offensive coordinator. He was the Panthers coordinator previously and is an experienced play caller http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Former Dolphins coach Cam Cameron has been hired as the new offensive coordinator of the Baltimore Ravens, a job he was linked to even before they had a head coach. It is a an offense that should fit him well, and where he will need all his skills to improve the QB position to have the team make the next step http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Tony Sparano is the boss in Miami... the Dolphins have officially announced hiring of former the Cowboys assistant as their new head coach and becomes the 8th head coach in the team's history http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net According to Jay Glazer at Fox, the Dolpins have hired former Cowboys coach Tony Sparano as their new head coach. It appears the confirmation came from the other candidates who were called this morning according to Glazer to tell them their decision. It wouldn't be a surprise as he was expected to get the job from the start http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Colts assistant head coach and QB coach Jim Caldwell is a popular man right now. He has been a target of all the head coach openings with the exception of Miami. However his most likely chance at a head coaching gig is in Indy. Either after this year or next Tony Dungy is likely to retire and Cadwell would be the most likely replacement. The Rooney rule requires teams to interview at least one minority coach before hiring, has done a lot of good to be sure. It is certainly getting Caldwell's name out there, but it won't likely land him a job. Last year 49ers assistant head coach Mike Singletary was a hot candidate and was at that time said to be very impressive, but he hasn't gotten so much as a nibble this year. Continuing the interesting way "hot" candidates come and go look at Jim Schwartz, who nearly landed the job with the 49ers that went to Mike Nolan and then was untouched for two years and now is hot again. The same thing happened to current Packers head man Mike McCarrthy, who while the Saints offensive coordinator was a hot name only to disappear for a few years and then surprisingly landed the Packers job and look what he has done there. It is interesting how this all works, not necessarily smart but interesting http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Denver Broncos and defensive coordinator Jim Bates have mutually parted ways - a nicer way than to say he was fired after another bad year of defense in Denver. Bates was close to becoming the Packers head coach before the 2006 season after being their coordinator. Bates was highly sought but couldn't produce an improvement in Denver and he wanted out as well. Prior to that he ran the Dolphins defense and he will not have to look too hard to find another job though he certainly isn't on the rounds of head coaching candidates now http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins are ruffling some feathers with the rumors they have agreed to hire Cowboys assistant coach Tony Sparano once the Cowboys season ends. Sparano was the favorite for the job from the start and many are reporting he is already putting his staff together. The Dolphins of course deny this since they can't hire him until the Cowboys season is over, but this one seems to have some truth. Meanwhile the Dolphins will go on with a couple more interviews to make it look better http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Yet another win for the Patriots... ESPN is reporting that offensive coordinator and QB coach Josh McDaniels will not interview for any head coaching jobs this year. The Falcons and Ravens were interested and Bill Parcells might have brought him in to pick his mind a bit as well. At only 31 years old and in his second season as a coordinator he may be making the wise if not usual decision. He is short on experience and with a great organization where he will be able to grow. After all Bill Belichick won't coach forever either. McDaniels will continue to run a top offense for the foreseeable and will have more than his share of opportunities. You could say things may change and take it when offered as assistants who are hot one year and disappear in a year or two as has happened many times. But jumping at the first opportunity especially if you are not ready can set you back even further. Personally it would be hard to leave the Patriots right now and this just serves as another win for them http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Something to consider now that Miami has made a change. You will have to add Miami to the list of teams that will be interested in Cowboys offensive coordinator Jason Garrett, who was the Dolphins QB coach in 2006. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones will do everything in his power not to lose him, but he may have created his own mess and be unable to control it. If Garrett does leave would Cameron consider coming to Dallas? He worked with Wade Phillips in San Diego where they were each coordinators and Jerry certainly with outbid other teams interested. He would have a talented offense that could lift him quickly back to another head coaching job... it's certainly plan B for Jones and with the Cowboys in the playoffs could take some time for things to come clear here but something to keep an eye on. Garrett, only 41 years old, will be in such demand he will be able to pick his job or wait a year knowing his "star" won't fade before next year and Jerry certainly would give him a raise to wait a year. The Ravens be the one team with an opening who may consider Cameron for a head coaching spot, but after a 1-15 year that would be a tough sell http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The ax has fallen again in Miami, head coach Cam Cameron and nearly his whole staff have been fired. The only ones kept are assistant special teams coach Steve Hoffman and linebackers coach George Edwards. Cameron was a hot candidate last year after being the offensive coordinator in San Diego, but didn't find success with the Dolphins who flirted with another kind of record while the Patriots were going after the perfect season, the Dolphins near to the exact opposite. Something had to give and that means Cameron is gone after just one year. He will be a sought after coordinator very quickly, teams like the Chiefs and 49ers may have already called. For the Dolphins this allows Bill Parcells, er Jeff Ireland to select a coach they feel can lead them back and there is a long list of coaches that have worked with Bill that will get attention http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Not a big surprise but the Miami Dolphins have named former Cowboys Vice President of College and Pro Scouting Jeff Ireland as their new GM. He was the top choice of Bill Parcells who is the... well he is Bill and let's be honest he is in charge and Jeff better do as he wishes. Head coach Cam Cameron is still being evaluated and no announcement has been made about his future http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Cowboys assistant head coach Tony Sparano is the front runner in Miami, but Atlanta has an interview set up first according to ESPN. Sparano will meet with the Falcons on Friday and they have also requested permission to speak with Jason Garrett, but no interview is set up yet. Garrett according to the report is a front runner in Baltimore who desperately needs the help on offense. Be careful Jason, the last offensive guy they hired didn't fare so well with the offense http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Reports are Cowboys scout Jeff Ireland will be interviewing with Bill Parcells soon, and the announcement of him as GM is expected quickly thereafter. Parcells has already done the most expected move of the day letting go of Randy Mueller as GM. It will be interesting to watch Parcells in this role and see if he stays behind the scenes and as an advisor and not the hands on decision maker of the team http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The NFL suffered a tragedy with the loss of Redskins safety Sean Taylor who was shot in his home during a suspected buglary, he was 24 years old. We extend our sympathy to Sean's family, friends and teammates http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Great to see those individuals who are truly saddened by their mistakes and who have atoned get a second chance, this is America after all.. so with that we heartily welcome Ricky Williams back to the NFL, oh wait he used his second chance years ago. Maybe he should play for the Bengals where he would fit right in and cats have nine lives anyway http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Jets and Dolphins both came into Sunday 0-2 and they fought a tight game that the Jets pulled out 31-28 win despite a late charge by the Dolphins. Jets QB Chad Pennington gutted out a great game on a sprained ankle throwing for 2 TDs and running another in. The Dolphin out gained the Jets 424 to 256 but with the help of a Leon Washington 98 yards TD return on a kickoff the Dolphins couldn't capitalize http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Dolphins LB Zach Thomas will miss Sunday's game against the Jets because of a concussion http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Don't look now but the Cowboys have started 2-0 in a shaky NFC. They have put up 82 points in 2 games without WR Terry Glenn and are making a statement to the rest of the conference. Their defense looked much better this week as they nabbed 4 interceptions from Dolphins QB Trent Green. As for the Dolphins, let's be kind and just say they have some issues http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins came up short in overtime against the Redskins and something to work on in practice? The run game! A piddly 66 yards in the game http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Teh Vikings cut a couple of running backs Saturday Ciatrick Fason and Artose Pinner http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net A couple names were among the Dolphins cuts, FB Cory Schlesinger and WR Az-Zahir Hakim. Az didn't do much in camp and Schlesinger's best days are behind him http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Dolphins linebacker Joey Porter returned to practice only 20 days after arthroscopic knee surgery and hopes to play in the season opener according to the Miami Herald http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Buffalo Bills have locked up DE Aaron Schobel with a new contract extension worth just over $50 million and $21 million guaranteed according to ESPN. He is now under contract for 7 more years through 2013. Schobel doesn't get a lot of recognition but is a premier pass rusher, trailing only the Dolphins Jason Taylor for most sacks since 2003 http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Here is a great article by Fox Sports' John Czarnecki about how the NFL rookie are being paid way too much. "It doesn't make sense that LaRon Landry is the highest paid safety in the game," Cowboys executive Stephen Jones told me. "And that Joe Thomas (Cleveland's top pick) has a better deal than Tom Brady. For example, Chiefs running back Larry Johnson signed yesterday for less guaranteed money than what Johnson and Thomas collected, and only a moron would say those rookies deserve more than one of the NFL's best running backs... we're right there with you John, good work http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have finally named Trent Green the starter at QB http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Dolphins OLB Joey Porter is not getting off to the start he and the team had hoped for. First the fight with Levi Jones in Vegas (doesn't always stay in Vegas) and now surgery on his knee that may keep him out the entire pre-season. The Dolphins paid him a ton of money in free agency (too much) and are hoping things turn around come September http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net According to the Miami Herald the Dolphins have agreed to terms with first round (surprise) pick WR Ted Ginn. Dolphins owner Wayne Huizenga had made a stupid demand that all rookies be signed by noon today or they'd be benched for the year. Now we are against holdouts over a little money in a slotted situation especially, but how dumb was Huizenga to make a threat like that. Lucky for him Ginn got the deal done or he would have looked even more stupid either way. One he caves and says I wasn't really serious, dumb, or two he actually benches his first round pick for the year.... holy ... now that would be a bit stubborn http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Into the fire, wither Dauntee... luck isn't on the side of Dolphins (sort of) QB Daunte Culpepper who had is hearing postponed a second time. Now set for July 18, about a week before most camps start. Culpepper wasn't likely to be a starter this year but needs to get with a new team soon and have an impressive pre-season... not an easy thing to do. His goal if not to start this year is to re-establish himself and get a shot with another team in 2008 http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The NFL is taking the summer break and cleaning out their garages... you know how it is you find some embarrassing junk and you pitch it to the curb and hope people forget. The Dolphins cleaned theirs by sending DT Fred Evans packing. The second year player has multiple problems with the law in just over a year, ya that qualifies him to be released. The problem with placing the garbage on the curb is there is always that pickup that comes by and pick it up. Evans may get another shot but the 7th round pick may have also played himself out of the league as his upside may not be enough to get another chance such as another defensive tackle, say Tank Johnson, who certainly will have teams falling all over themselves to sign him. Hope the commissioner punishes the team who does sign him heavily when he screws up next time http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have signed GM Randy Mueller to a 2 year extension. Mueller was entering the last year of his contract and while the team hasn't fared so well under his guidance they where it is going. Interesting statements but it would be wrong to bring in a new GM next year after hiring a new coach this year. Mueller has been a solid GM and he needs to see Cam Cameron pick the team up this year and hope John Beck was he right choice at QB to succeed Trent Green http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Dolphins QB Daunte Culpepper is trying to get out of Miami quickly but that isn't happening yet... that leaves the question where is he going? Odds are an NFL bench somewhere. He has something to prove before he will return as a starter and at this late point that won't be this year. The Ravens make sense as they look to the future, but I doubt Daunte will be happy or quiet if he is hat in hand all year. Amazing how his world has fallen. He would have been the MVP in 2004 had it not been for Peyton Manning's record breaking year. Blown knee in 2005 and the following off season discarded by his team. Never back to full strength in Miami for 2006 and now considered a has been in 2007. Enjoy it while it lasts everyone http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The long dance is finally over as the Kansas City Chiefs have traded QB Trent Green to the Miami Dolphins for a 5th round pick that can become a 4th round pick if certain levels are met. The teams were stubbornly not able to make a deal for so long it became an annoying story to follow. The Chiefs wanted a 4th rounder and the Dolphins only wanted to give a 6th. What seemed to be an obvious compromise of a 5th took forever. Of course the Chiefs feel they got something extra with the possibility of it becoming a 4th rounder. This should also close the door on Daunte Culpepper who is available via trade but if something isn't done quickly he will be released http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins needed a QB and John Beck is now the future of the Dolphins. He will always be compared to Brady Quinn but is a good smart quarterback http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins pulled a shocker and passed on Brady Quinn. Ted Ginn Jr was considered a top 10 pick a month or two ago and is an explosive player but this pick was a big mistake. Ginn is a great player and will greatly improve the return game as well. It's unfortunate for him as the media and fans will not like this pick. http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Someone needs to knock Chiefs GM Carl Peterson off his perch. He is holding tight to his demand of a 2nd round pick for QB Trent Green from the Dolphins. That's fine, it's his right. However he told the Kansas City Star - "I told Randy that they made a great trade with New England," Peterson said, referring to a recent deal that sent Wes Welker to the Patriots. "They got for what we would consider a third wide receiver and kick-return specialist second- and seventh-round draft picks. I told him that I think a starting quarterback is worth that. Interesting but I don't think they plan on starting him this year so what does he consider a backup QB worth? And what does any of that have to do with the Chiefs anyway? If Peterson holds Green in such high regard maybe he shouldn't be peddling him. Green will be 37 years old before the start of the season and suffered a severe concussion last year, so how many years does he have in him to possibly be a starter for the Dolphins? We'd say one or two tops where as Welker will be 26 when the season starts, has played only three years in the league and is an ascending player while Green is on his last legs... nice try but rather stupid to say http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins chose not to match the offer to punter Donnie Jones from the St. Louis Rams and now will get a 7th round pick, #225 overall in return http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Last years first round pick for the Miami Dolphins, safety Jason Allen is moving to cornerback after losing the battle with the learning curve in his first year according to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel . New head coach Cam Cameron believes there is less to learn at corner... good luck http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The weather is warming across the country and the Miami Dolphins are looking to make it more green on offense. According to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel they are getting closer to acquiring to completing a trade with the Kansas City Chiefs http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have signed former Vikings offensive lineman Mike Rosenthal to a one year deal. Rosenthal can play tackle or guard and has experience as a starter with both the Vikings and Giants http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have resigned safety Travares Tillman to a one year $720,000 deal according to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Tillman began last year as a starting before being benched mid-season http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The St. Louis Rams have signed Dolphins punter Donnie Jones to an offer sheet worth $5.9 million over 5 years according to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Jones' agent Drew Loudmouth doesn't think the Dolphins will match the deal, if so they would receive the Rams 7th round pick this year as compensation http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Atlanta Falcons have settled on their backup QB, signing former Lion and Dolphin Joey Harrington to a 2 year deal. He was the third overall pick in the draft in 2002 has never lived up to the billing and now takes over for Matt Schaub http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net RB Ricky Williams will apply for reinstatement, he is eligible on April 27th. He will turn 30 before the season starts but wants to return to the NFL http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins signed his replacement but held onto kicker Olindo Mare for a couple weeks as they looked to see if they could trade him. They finally got an offer they liked and have traded Mare to the New Orleans Saints for a sixth round pick this year http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Broncos were able to salvage one trade by giving Dre Bly a big contract extension, but another trade has crashed and burned. They have voided the trade that brought them DT Dan Wilkinson from the Miami Dolphins for a 6th round pick. Wilkinson now reverts back to Miami and the Broncos get their pick back and are still looking for depth inside http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Cleveland Browns asked about Chiefs QB Trent Green during the owners meetings according to the Plain Dealer. The Browns hold the number three pick in the draft and should have one of the top QB's still on the board when they pick but also like Adrian Peterson. Don't expect them to land Green but it is interesting. Miami is still the most likely trade partner but not until the two teams agree on a price. Don't be surprised to see it be a pair of mid to lower round picks maybe a 4th this year and a 5th next year http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The New York Jets have signed former Dolphins DE David Bowens to a 3 year $6 million contract that could be worth up to $8 million according to the Star Ledger. Bowens is versatile enough to play in both the 3-4 and 4-3 defense http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Chiefs QB Trent Green wants to play in Miami according to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel where he would be coach by Cam Cameron who he knows from their days in Washington, but according to the Kansas City Star the Lions are also interested. The Dolphins are also looking at David Carr but it is safe to say they prefer Green if they can swing a trade with the Chiefs. Look for Green to be dealt in the coming days as meetings take players with the GMs at the owners meeting this week. Daunte Culpepper's career in Miami could be a short one as well if they acquire Green adding another veteran to the market http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The New England Patriots signed another player from the Miami Dolphins, CB Eddie Jackson who has good size and will add depth to a secondary in need of it http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Defensive tackle Manny Wright who left the Dolphins last year after crying on the practice field will return to the team that no longer has Nick Saban as the head coach. Wright suffered from depression and he and Saban we at odds from the start leading to Wright sitting out last year. With the turnover on the Dolphins line if he has himself in a good place he could have a job on the line this year http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Linebacker Joey Porter may now be a member of the Miami Dolphins, but he still has some Pittsburgh Steeler in his blood. According to the Las Vegas Review Journal he was cited for misdemeanor battery after allegedly punching Bengals left tackle Levi Jones over the weekend. Just wanted the Dolphins wanted to see from new highly paid free agent we're sure http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net First Jake Plummer retired, granted he didn't want to go to Tampa or maybe he just had other things to do on Sunday's, but now the Broncos have lost a nearly 350 pound tackle named Dan Wilkinson. He was traded to the Broncos from Miami but now Wilkinson is not returning calls from either team according to ESPN. He needs to pass a physical by Friday to complete the trade but that doesn't seem likely now... the teams can extend that but next time the Broncos should stay out of the state of Florida http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Houston Texans have signed workman DT Jeff Zgonina to a 2 year deal worth over $2 million including a $250,000 signing bonus according to ESPN. Zgonina was with the Dolphins last year and despite his numerous teams over his career and non-exciting stats he is a solid player who gets the job done and will help improve the depth for the Texans while being a good influence on their younger players on the line http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Daniel Snyder has moved to Boston... ok maybe not but Robert Kraft and the Patriots are sure being aggressive in free agency. Add former Bengals WR Kelley Washington to their catch. Just as with Donte' Stallworth's contract it has protection according to ESPN. It can be a one year deal or a max of 5 years for $22 million. Washington has great size, speed and talent and is a great addition to what is quickly becoming a deep group of receivers. The Dolphins were also after Washington http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have signed former Lions FB Cory Schlesinger, to a 2 year $2 million deal according to ESPN. Schlesinger is a solid blocker and a good receiver out of the backfield http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins are visiting with wide receivers Donte Stallworth and Kelly Campbell as well as former Lions FB Cory Schlesinger today http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Rams have signed former Dolphins tight end Randy McMichael to a 3 year $11 million deal with a $3 million signing bonus. Head coach Scott Linehan didn't waste long bringing McMichael in, he had coach him while he was the offensive coordinator in Miami. The Rams are well stocked now at tight end after spending a second and third round pick in last years draft on Joe Klopfenstein and Dominique Byrd http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have signed former Giants kicker Jay Feely to a 3 year $6 million deal with $2.5 million guaranteed according to ESPN. Once completed the Dolphins will release Olindo Mare who has been with the Dolphins for 10 years http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have resigned mammoth DT Keith Traylor to a 2 year deal and former Bears safety / special teams standout Cameron Worrell to a 2 year deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins will sign former Giants kicker Jay Feely and release Olindo Mare who had the worst year of his career last year according to the South Florida Sun Sentinel http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have signed former Steelers LB Joey Porter to a 5 year $32.5 million deal with $20 million guaranteed according to the NFL Network. Dom Capers will be looking forward to working him into his defense http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Bengals and Dolphins will vie for former Steelers OLB Joey Porter. As we reported earlier the Dolphins were a team to watch, their interest has now been confirmed by numerous outlets. The 49ers and Cowboys were two other teams that could have been interested but neither is likely to get into the mix. The Chargers were also mentioned but they have a solid group of linebackers already. The Dolphins are probably the better fit but in Cincinnati he would get to face his former team twice a year http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Patriots decided to trade an additional 7th round pick plus the 2nd to the Dolphins for WR Wes Welker to avoid having to add a poison pill to the contract and inflating the value according to Adam Schefter of the NFL Network. The deal was signed was for 5 years and $18.1 million. A much more acceptable value as well http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed former Dolphins DE Kevin Carter who will help ease the loss of Dewayne White along with Patrick Chukwurah who was signed earlier. Carter can play both end and tackle and that versatility will help the Bucs. The Titans had been trying to bring in back after the Dolphins released him. He had played four years with the Titans before they released him and he went to the Dolphins in 2005 http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net It was a busy Monday for the Miami Dolphins who traded restricted free agent Wes Welker to the Patriots for a second and seventh round draft pick. They also released tight end Randy McMichael and quarterback Joey Harrington, and as reported previously they signed former Packers TE David Martin. Welker was tendered at a second round level, the Patriots added the seventh round pick to complete the deal today rather than giving the Dolphins seven days to match the offer which would leave the Patriots waiting to see if they needed to make other moves, while other receivers likely found new homes. Welker hasn't put up great numbers but he is very talented and versatile and the Patriots will take full advantage of his talents http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Patriots have not yet signed Dolphins restricted free agent Wes Welker to the offer sheet that was widely reported over the weekend. He is visiting with the team today, but the reports of the offer may have been a bit premature, though still likely. Rumors are growing about the Patriots interest in Raiders WR Randy Moss as well. One problem there is Moss' contract has a nearly $10 million salary this year and most any team that would trade for him would need to renegotiate it, but given his history do team's want to sink a huge signing bonus in him without seeing a change first http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have signed former Packers TE David Martin according to the Florida Sun-Sentinel. Martin has had some injuries problems and only played all 16 games once in his six year career. The Dolphins are shopping starting TE Randy McMichael, don't ask us why though. Martin is a good receiver and a solid backup tight end but would not be a good replacement for McMicheal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Former Steelers OLB Joey Porter is looking to cash in after being released. The Browns are out of the race after signing Antwan Peek. The Bengals are interested and the Cowboys and 49ers could show interest as well. He will be 30 years old later this month and after not having a great season some wonder if he will have great production going forward. He still can get after the passer if he has less responsibilities to drop in coverage and could do well rotating in and out at linebacker in a 3-4 or as a rush end for the Bengals. Another team to watch would be the Dolphins where Dom Capers would get the best out of him http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Updating the offer sheet to Wes Welker. According to Adam Schefter it is for $38.5 million over 7 years, now that will make the Dolphins think. They will get a second round pick in return if they don't match, but remember it is at the end of the round. He is an emerging talent who the Patriots have seen twice a year. Last year he caught 67 passes for 687 yards and the Patriots are banking on that as been just the start. They certainly are reversing the trend of not spending too much in free agency. Our question is wouldn't it have been better to give Deion Branch the 6 year $39 million deal he got in Seattle last year http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins are trying to trade TE Randy McMichael according to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. They are asking for a third round pick. He is due a total of $4 million this year and while a new coaching staff and GM always want to make changes it would seem Cam Cameron would love to have McMichael on board. He is a very good receiver which Cameron loved using in San Diego http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Kansas City Chiefs have signed former Dolphins tackle Damion McIntosh to a six year contract. The Chiefs to improve their line which went downhill last year. McIntosh can play guard or tackle and made 11 starts last year at left tackle for the Dolphins http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net As we first reported yesterday Adalius Thomas has now officially signed with the Patriots. They also signed former Dolphins RB Sammy Morris, and according to ESPN they will also sign Dolphins WR Wes Welker to an offer sheet. Welker was tendered at $1.3 million meaning the Patriots would have to give the Dolphins a second round pick for the third year receiver http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins are doing a makeover on the defensive line. Saturday morning they traded DT Dan Wilkinson to the Denver Broncos for a 6th round pick in this years draft. The Broncos continue their run of grabbing for high first round draft pick on the d'line. Wilkinson was the #1 overall pick in 1994 http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net According to John Clayton of ESPN the 49ers are next looking at Dolphins LB Donnie Spragan. We reported earlier about Ravens nose tackle Aubrayo Franklin who will take a physical tomorrow short of any problems Clayton reports his deal is for 3 years and $6 million with half up front http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have released DE Kevin Carter and OG Jeno James. Carter may not be out of work long, the Titans have shown quick interest and its mutual http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net According to the Miami Herald the Dolphins will release DE Kevin Carter http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have released offensive lineman Bennie Anderson and Seth McKinney and WR Eric Kimble http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Tomorrow morning isn't Christmas but may seem like it in some NFL cities as free agency begins . There will be some quick signing and the sticker price will shock and awe http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Miami Dolphins DE Kevin Carter is having a last minute change of heart in agreeing to discuss a lower salary to remain with the team according to the Miami Herald. That is a surprise in this day of free agency. Carter is scheduled to $6.48 million this year, quite a hefty sum . It is a wise move as he fits the Dolphins well http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net Dolphins QB Joey Harrington could be released this week adding to the free agent pool at QB. The Dolphins will likely be releasing others as well to clear some cap space and reshape the roster under their new head coach http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins have resigned defensive lineman Vonnie Holliday to a 4 year contract taking him off the free agent market. He is a key player on the line because he can play tackle and end and allows the team to switch between the 4-3 and 3-4 easily. The contract is worth $20 million with $7 million coming in the first year between base salary and the signing bonus according to ESPN http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins hired Terry Shea to be their new QB coach. He held the same job with the Chiefs last year http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Miami Dolphins have hired former Indianapolis Colts defensive quality control coach Diron Reynolds to be their new defensive line coach. Reynolds worked on the d'line in 2001 at Indiana University with new Dolphins head coach Cam Cameron http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net The Dolphins have fired their defensive line coach Dan Quinn according to the Sun Sentinel http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net In one of the NFL's dumbest moves the Miami Dolphins will play the New York Giants in London in 2007 according to an AP report. The game was announced previously with the Dolphins being the home team. We understand the NFL wants to branch out more but this is just about money and not good for the game. Anyone believe the players want to fly across the Atlantic to play a game? Sure it will sell out and yes it will generate big revenue, but how will it impact the two teams? The NFL has said it will use the bye week to lessen the impact. Unless they play the game on a Thursday night coming off the bye week though it would still be a short turn around for the next week, and Thursday night isn't a big enough night. This is a stupid idea to generate money at the cost of the game itself http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30 PFInsider.net According to the Sun-Sentinel former Dolphins d'line coach Dan Quinn interview with the jets for the same position with them http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=30