Fins’ Mailbag 5-14-13
Who will be the Fins next kicker?
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This is the make or break year for QB Ryan Tannehill?
–John, Pembroke Pines
To a certain extent, I think so. For me, I typically give a QB 25-30 starts to accurately judge him. (The Dolphin coaches might give him more.) Does he have what it takes? Are the mistakes he makes correctable? Is he learning the offensive schemes quick enough?
Recently, Tannehill talked about getting his feet set to improve his accuracy. (Something that is correctable.)
Overall, I know that I liked what I saw from Tannehill last season. Three times last season Tannehill brought the team from behind and put them in a position to win. Unfortunately, Dan Carpenter missed game winning field goals against the Cards and Jets. But that still says something about Tannehill’s moxie.
With a lot more talent around him, Tannehill needs to have success, and show that he is the long term answer this season.
Are the chances pretty good that Caleb Sturgis beats out Dan Carpenter (for t Continue reading
Final Fin 2013 Draft Grades
5th round pick RB Mike Gillislee could be a steal.
Grading the NFL Draft after 1 week is stupid. The players haven’t played yet.
Grading the NFL Draft after 1 week is stupid. The players haven’t played yet.
Grading the NFL Draft after 1 week is stupid. The players haven’t played yet.
OK? But I’ve spent too much time over the last 6 months NOT to give my final grades on this 2013 NFL Draft that will either make or break GM Jeff Ireland. I DVRed the draft, and re-watched it last night. I didn’t want a knee-jerk reaction to the picks.
1) DE Dion Jordan, Oregon (6-6, 248)
The Dolphins added the top pass-rusher in this draft to a Defense that ranked 7th in sacks last season. Excited? Try ecstatic. My Top 4 Dolphins board was firm heading into Thursday: Jordan, Fisher, Joeckel, Eifert. Never in a million years did I think Jordan could be had for a mere 2nd round pick in a trade-up. Jordan’s combination of size, speed, versatility, and intelligence are an “A” across the board. A front line of Wake, Jord Continue reading
Fins closing in on OT Clabo
Fins close in on Clabo
Per multiple media sources and his agent, the Miami Dolphins are finalizing a contract with former Atlanta Falcon OT Tyson Clabo.
Chad Speck, the agent for Clabo, announced that his client would be signing with Miami.
Clabo, undrafted out of Wake Forest in 2005, bounced around with a few teams before finally finding a home in Atlanta. Clabo went to the Pro Bowl in 2010, and received a 5 year contract from the Falcons the following year.
Clabo was released last month in an apparent salary cap move.
Terms of the one year deal have not yet been released, but Clabo will man the right tackle spot, signaling that the Fins intend to move Jonathon Martin to the left side.
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AFC East Draft Grades
CB Dee Milliner was a solid pick for the Jets
There has been much media discussion with the Dolphins trade up for DE Dion Jordan. And most pundits have been favorable to this year’s Miami Dolphins draft.
But what about the rest of the AFC East? What about the teams that Miami squares off against twice a year?
Buffalo Bills – Trading down from #8 to #16 netted QB E.J. Manuel, LB Kiko Alonso, and TE Chris Gragg.
Can the accuracy issues Manuel displayed at FSU be corrected? I have my doubts because accuracy is rarely a trait that figures itself out (see Jake Locker) in the NFL. Manuel has the athleticism, character, and arm talent to justify the risk-reward, though.
2nd and 3rd round WR’s Robert Woods and Marquise Goodwin add weapons to an offense that needs them.
Grade: C+
New York Jets – CB Dee Milliner is no Darrelle Revis, but he was the BPA for the Jets at #9 with LB Barkevious Mingo and WR Tavon Austin off the board. I disagree whole-heartedly with the pic Continue reading
The Questions Continue…
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What did you think of the rest of the AFC East’s drafts? I think we killed them! –Phinphanphorlife
A. – Here is some of what Max Lukas had to say about the rest of the AFC East’s drafts. Read it here.
Some analysts such as John Clayton and Jason Cole rated the Fins as having one of the best draft’s in the NFL. Others, such as Mel Kiper Jr. gave the Fins a B-. There was some discussion about it on our message board.
We will have more post draft coverage not just for the Fins, but also the AFC East in the coming days!
Top 100 NFL players and Cam Wake was only 89th? What BS!! –RussGuss
Can you believe Cameron (Wake) was only 89th on that list? –Chad
Wake only 89? More media bias against the Dolphins! –Fred, Conn.
A. – The list is completely subjective. Hell, I don’t think Wake even made the list at all last year. So I don’t pay attention to it.
As for media b Continue reading
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RT @briantortorelli: Asante Samuel made a career being a zone CB but if he whiffed at going for int in his zone» and he's one of the best.6 minutes ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
RT @mendesj2: how did the front 7 look today?» No hitting, which means you can't really tell. Judge them when pads get put on.7 minutes ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
RT @briantortorelli: Zone coverage is dangerous cuz if u dont attack ball u could get smoked»exactly why I don't like it. I actually HATE IT10 minutes ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
RT @j_dubs23: curious how Tyson Clabo looked?» BIG. Stiff. Struggled getting into a 3 point stance.11 minutes ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
RT @WindyCity23: who's the best Dolphins pickup» its been one day, but Brent Grimes flashed the most out of all the newcomers.12 minutes ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
RT @PylonPerspectiv: you’ve got me wondering now. Can Egnew turn the corner?» They are giving him a chance to. He's the No. 2 TE now.13 minutes ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
RT @MsMiamiDolphins: doesn't matter anymore how anyone compares to Sean Smith. He's gone. Don't people know that?» 2nded. He's gone. Move on18 minutes ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
And for clarity sake, I do believe I've made it clear I'm not a fan of zone coverage.26 minutes ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
RT @SullyBurger8: the original ? was who would you rather have for same position» I prefer big CBs. That's not a secret. Zone is new to me.27 minutes ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
RT @sonbeek: is Tyms on the "JV" team?» Yes, he's the best WR on the JV unit. Won't be long before he gets a call up. He has talent.29 minutes ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
Sean Smith is a big, physical press corner. Brent Grimes is a tiny, instinctive zone CB. They are complete opposites on the CB spectrum.30 minutes ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
RT @SullyBurger8: to early to tell would be acceptable but saying they aren't comparable is just lazy» 2 TOTALLY different cornerbacks.31 minutes ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
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