Expectations. 9-7 with 3 of those losses coming by 1 score or less. That will make me ecstatic. If they do better then great! If they do worse, did anyone really expect more? I mean realistically. Rookie head coach, questions an RB, CB and LB? I know Adam Gase is supposed to be an offensive genius but I am choosing to keep my expectations down this year for good reason.
RB's. If Arian Foster can stay healthy then we are in great shape! Ajayi is already out the first week of camp with a "minor knee injury" and it's not on the knee that has troubled him his whole life, it's the other one. Drake is a rookie and unproven and also has been injured more often than not in his football career. So, 3 backs, tons of potential, all have a ridiculous injury history and are a huge risk. I am not liking our odds.
The O-line. I honestly expect them to be better this year. Not because they magically have learned how to play football, they have known how to do that all along. I expect better things because I think Gase is smart enough to mask their weaknesses week to week with his game planning and play calling. That is what good coaches do and that is what I expect from the O-Line this year.
Defense. What can we all really say? It's the same story as last year mostly. D-line is supposed to be great, LBs have improved on paper and we still have issues at CB. Let me be clear though, I blame none of this of the current brain trust. In my opinion, they have done everything they could to improve the defense, like it or not. I am happy they didn't pay Oliver Vernon what he was asking, the money he got from the Giants was ridiculous. They addressed the issue at LB the best they could, it's a risk with Kiko Alonso but I like the move regardless. As for CB, they got Maxwell and drafted Xavien Howard. Nobody could have know he would be out all of camp. Look, Philbin got rid of Vontae Davis because of his maturity level, I get it. But at the end of the day Davis was a Pro Bowl talent, he should have been managed better by the last coaching staff. So there is one. How about Grimes? Who would have guessed his wife wouldn't be able to shut her mouth? Did we really have a choice when it came to him? I don't think so. It was apparent that she wasn't going to shut her mouth so we offered him a lower contract and he declined. End of story. Good luck Tampa! So there is 2 pro bowl caliber players that the current brain trust had no choice in their fates. Not their fault. Let's all just hope for the best.
QB's and receivers. As of this writing, none of the QB's have thrown an INT in 4 practices. Kenny Stills has been the best receiver in camp so far. Surprising being that we have Landry and Parker. They are in the right track and I am happy to see their progress. This offense all hinges on Tannehill's ability to audible into the best play. That is the unknown factor here. Time will tell on that subject.
This season is filled with potential and I hope the Dolphins over achieve but let's not all forget all the circumstances here.
On a side note, I placed a bet in Vegas for the Phins to win the east, just for fun!
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Fans just need to be patient and realize it takes time to pickup new schemes. 9 -7 would be a good year. Especially, if we see improvement over time.
i really thought that 10-6 would be a great season. But whatever the phins do I'll still be a fan. Team, stay healthy, show the experts that they are wrong have a great season.
i really thought that 10-6 would be a great season. But whatever the phins do I'll still be a fan. Team, stay healthy, show the experts that they are wrong have a great season.
If we start a QB who can throw deep accurately; whomever that proves to be; then we will make the playoffs. However, if we go with that same nickle and dime crapthat we have been trying for 4 years; then the results will be the same as the previous 4 seasons. (DEFINE INSANITY: trying the same crap and expecting a different results) The opposing defenses will stack the line and kill the culprit all season. No defense will respect a QB whom they know poses no threat going deep accurately on them.
It has proven true 4 seasons in a row; that short passes, even with a good defense and mega talent on offense; will get you a front row seat on your couch in January EVERY YEAR! So, how many more foolish years are we going to try this approach?
If we start a QB who can throw deep accurately; whomever that proves to be; then we will make the playoffs. However, if we go with that same nickle and dime crapthat we have been trying for 4 years; then the results will be the same as the previous 4 seasons. (DEFINE INSANITY: trying the same crap and expecting a different results) The opposing defenses will stack the line and kill the culprit all season. No defense will respect a QB whom they know poses no threat going deep accurately on them.
It has proven true 4 seasons in a row; that short passes, even with a good defense and mega talent on offense; will get you a front row seat on your couch in January EVERY YEAR! So, how many more foolish years are we going to try this approach?
2 things: Lawrence the purchase was not wishful thinking, it was a voice in your head saying the coaches now are right for the job. I expect 10-12 wins this year. We have NMU mentality now... we have great position and line coaches, and Joseph & Gase are the real deal. Never been more excited... we FINALLY have all the pieces. If we stay somewhat healthy, we will be a force in the NFL.
2. David Apollos, your negativity is old and tired. Go take a chill pill and reread all that has happened this year with a fresh set of eyes. Forget the past. It is a brand new day.
Madpins; your optimism for tannehill is old; you have been saying that it is a new year for four years. When does the madness end? (no pun)
When tannehill cause 3 or 4 of our starting wide receivers to get hurt; we will see if you still feel the same way. Being that you are supportive 4 years later; you may still be supportive.
I am ranting year after year because I care about the players and tannehill has held our offense back for 4 years. I just hope Adam Gase does not allow tannehill to continue to keep us in the basement, by making a manly call before the end of the preseason. But if a miracle happens where the 2% chance that tannehill has masters the deep ball / pocket presence / 3rd down conversion / 4th quarter success / 20% 3 & out / and REDZONE efficiency; then I will say; go tannehill!
Madpins; your optimism for tannehill is old; you have been saying that it is a new year for four years. When does the madness end? (no pun)
When tannehill cause 3 or 4 of our starting wide receivers to get hurt; we will see if you still feel the same way. Being that you are supportive 4 years later; you may still be supportive.
I am ranting year after year because I care about the players and tannehill has held our offense back for 4 years. I just hope Adam Gase does not allow tannehill to continue to keep us in the basement, by making a manly call before the end of the preseason. But if a miracle happens where the 2% chance that tannehill has masters the deep ball / pocket presence / 3rd down conversion / 4th quarter success / 20% 3 & out / and REDZONE efficiency; then I will say; go tannehill!
David Appollos:
Ryan Tannehill was tied for #4 QB in the league with 13 passes completed over 40 yards. RT was #6 QB in the league with 57 passes completed over 20 yards. (Stats on NFL.com). He was #11 in the league in air yards (total passing yards minus yards after the catch - sportingcharts.com). The MYTH and MISPERCEPTION that RT cannot hit the deep ball is just that: MYTH and MISPERCEPTION.
Look Gary G; all of those meaningless stats amount too for 4 years, are a front row seat on the couch in January. It will be the same this season too. Remember; the definition of INSANITY does not change just because it is a new year. Of course; they don't seem to realize that down in Miami these days!
Look Gary G; all of those meaningless stats amount too for 4 years, are a front row seat on the couch in January. It will be the same this season too. Remember; the definition of INSANITY does not change just because it is a new year. Of course; they don't seem to realize that down in Miami these days!
That was last years stats David. You said he couldn't throw the deep ball and i showed you how you were wrong. Wins and losses don't depend on one guy on a 54 man team with dozens of coaches. You sound like that crazy witch Miko Grimes.
I like Miko and anyone else who tells it like it is. Well let's get ready for more injuries to our WRs who are trying to catch tannehill's awkward passes and more of tannehill's meaningless stats. Oh; and don't forget about that front row seat on the couch in January.
I like Miko and anyone else who tells it like it is. Well let's get ready for more injuries to our WRs who are trying to catch tannehill's awkward passes and more of tannehill's meaningless stats. Oh; and don't forget about that front row seat on the couch in January.