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(Message started by: Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Mar 25^th, 2003, 7:11pm)

Title: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Mar 25^th, 2003, 7:11pm

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/football/5474446.htm

Miami is looking to pursue the services of Junior Seau, and who can blame them. Even if he's at a decline in his career, he's still a Top 25 LB, that's how GREAT he was.

I couldn't find any specific thread for a general Dolphins OffSeason Report... so hopefully I got it right by doing this...

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau?
Post by StegRock on Mar 25^th, 2003, 7:17pm

This is fine! There was a thread regarding the Dolphins' signing of Derrius Thompson. I should have changed the topic of that thread to "Dolphins Offseason Report". That's my bad. [smiley=no.gif] Here is a link to that thread, but let's keep "Dolphins Offseason" discussion on this thread:

http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/cgi-bin/theGridiron/YaBB.cgi?board=55;action=display;num=1047084279.

However, you should have added a [smiley=fish.gif] as your message icon. I hope you don't mind my doing so! [smiley=awwgee.gif]

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau?
Post by Bouve on Mar 27^th, 2003, 6:47pm

Just to update this:

Miami meets all 4 requirments that Seau wants and both team and player have sent feelers out. If something happens expect it to be soon and look for Miami to trade for Seau now rather then wait until June 1st when he is released and will command more interest.

Seau will need to take less money and restructure.

As a Miami fan I think it will be a good signing but will all depend on what kind of contract he signs.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau?
Post by DOLFAN on Mar 28^th, 2003, 12:00pm

This will be a good fit for both parties...if he is cheap...Miami will prolly give up a 5-6th rounder for him in this yrs draft. He still has 2 solid yrs left and teamsed w/ Zach would be tough to beat.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau?
Post by Bouve on Mar 28^th, 2003, 4:56pm

Speaking of Zach he signed an extension today through 2008. This frees up the cap room for Seau.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/columns/pasquarelli_len/1530836.html

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau?
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Mar 28^th, 2003, 5:37pm

Seau will not only bring an upgrade of talent at the OLB position, but will also bring a motivation in the Miami lockerroom, which may light a fire under the Dolphins so games like last year's Vikings game don't happen. Zach Thomas doesn't seem to be able to do so himself... no doubt Seau will...

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau?
Post by StegRock on Mar 28^th, 2003, 5:45pm

Big media news sources are okay, but I prefer to get mine from the horse's mouth and substantiate the report by way of "the Gridiron Newsstand". So, with that said, here are the local reports regarding Thomas's extension:

This is the actual, original press release out of Dolphins headquarters-
http://www.miamidolphins.com/pressbox/pressreleases/pressreleases.asp?contentID=2615;

Another local quickie [smiley=gettinridden.gif] :
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/football/pro/dolphins/sfl-zach032803,0,6076664.story?coll=sfla%2Ddolphins%2Dfront.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau?
Post by StegRock on Mar 31^st, 2003, 1:17pm

HOT off "the Gridiron Newsstand", it seems like the Dolphins are going to put an offer on the table for Seau here sometime soon and make a deal with the Chargers as there seems to be a number of teams in the mix and they don't want to lose out by waiting until June 1st:

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/football/pro/dolphins/sfl-marvez31mar31,0,6201007.column?coll=sfla%2Ddolphins%2Dfront.

Do you think they can "afford" to wait, fellas?

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau?
Post by Bouve on Mar 31^st, 2003, 1:34pm

on 03/31/03 at 13:17:45, StegRock wrote:

They can afford to wait until June 1st but they won't. Miami fans are plenty upset with the lack of F/A signings especially with what NE and BUF did this off season. It appears they will only need to give up something like a 5th or 6th round pick to get Seau in ASAP.

But even if they waited I could still see Miami getting him as both parties have said they want the other.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau?
Post by StegRock on Mar 31^st, 2003, 10:03pm

The one-two punch of "The Real Feed" and "the Gridiron Newsstand" workin' wonders yet again. [smiley=havinablast.gif] First seen on "The Real Feed", then on "the Gridiron Newsstand"... DT Jeff Zgonina brought on board the fishing boat fishing for Dolphins. Check out the feed and this, the original press release by the Dolphins' brass:

http://www.miamidolphins.com/pressbox/pressreleases/pressreleases.asp?contentID=2618.

Thoughts?

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau?
Post by DOLFAN on Apr 1^st, 2003, 12:27am

I think he is a perfect fit: exp, skills, runstuffer, smart..a bit slow..., covers ok,and can't be worse than what we have.Face it!!! We have been trying to get a solid/GOOD
OLB through the draft for yrs and can't do it... on either side...SO JR fitss the 2 year void.
SF, Raider and DEN all use this 1-3 yr contract VETS to "borrow" time for them to get short term production and leadership.
He is cheap IMO, and fits the bill.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau?
Post by Bouve on Apr 1^st, 2003, 10:45am

on 03/31/03 at 22:03:08, StegRock wrote:

He is no prize but he is an upgrade from Haley, who it appears will be traded or will sign with another team. But to be honest we were already deep at DL and this signing will probably be viewed as a waste of money.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau?
Post by Bouve on Apr 3^rd, 2003, 12:23pm

Dolphins aquire OL Michael Thompson from Atlanta today for a 7th round pick in 2004.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/columns/pasquarelli_len/1533335.html

Also Scott Gaylon retired. He was strictly a special teams player but now we are even more hurting at LB depth.

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/football/pro/dolphins/sfl-galyon040303,0,471649.story?coll=sfla%2Ddolphins%2Dfront

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 3^rd, 2003, 5:04pm

Sept 7 vs Houston Texans
Sept 14 @ New York Jets
Sept 21 vs Buffalo Bills (Sunday Night Football)
Sept 28 bye week
Oct 5 @ New York Giants
Oct 12 @ Jacksonville Jaguars
Oct 19 vs New England Patriots
Oct 27 @ San Diego (Monday Night Football)
Nov 2 vs Indianapolis Colts
Nov 9 @ Tennessee Titans
Nov 16 vs Baltimore Ravens
Nov 23 vs Washington Redskins (Sunday Night Football)
Nov 27 @ Dallas Cowboys (Thanksgiving Day Game)
Dec 7 @ New England Patriots
Dec 15 vs Philadelphia Eagles (Monday Night Football)
Dec 21 @ Buffalo Bills
Dec 28 vs New York Jets

Here is the Miami Dolphin schedule for 2003. I like it, 5 national games and some great matchups. Only problem I have is the early bye week.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 3^rd, 2003, 6:56pm

Well, first of all, as per the current headline atop "The Real Feed", the Michael Thompson deal has been nixed. Check out "The Real Feed" for details...

Secondly, here is a little more local lowdown from "the Gridiron Newsstand" regarding the Dolphins' interest in Seau:

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/football/5545739.htm.

Looks like they are willing to part with one of their later-round picks for him. I think it would be worth it if there is a real chance that if they wait until June 1st, they won't get him.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 4^th, 2003, 11:00am

The Dolphins aren't too pleased with the schedule and especially the Sunday night game and then the Thankgiving Day game.

Although Seau appears to be a lock to come to Miami.

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/5555671.htm

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by BarnabyWilde on Apr 4^th, 2003, 11:18am

I'd be more worried about playing another game in the Meadowlands myself. ;)

on 04/04/03 at 11:00:44, Bouve wrote:

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 4^th, 2003, 3:34pm

Bills | Wannstedt: Team to Beat - posted at KFFL (nfl.kffl.com)
10:20 PT: Allen Wilson, of the Buffalo News, reports Miami Dolphins coach Dave Wannstedt believes the Buffalo Bills should be picked to win the AFC East this season. Wannstedt said he is impressed by Buffalo's acquisitions, but noted, "I'm glad they don't have (wide receiver) Peerless Price anymore, because we haven't tackled him yet." Price was traded to the Atlanta Falcons.

Damn Wanny >:(

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 5^th, 2003, 6:29pm

Sammy Knight may be coming in for a look although not sure if Miami can afford him.

April 4, 2003
Knight to visit Steelers early next week
Former Saints safety Sammy Knight is finally hitting the road. He visits the Steelers early next week and is trying to schedule a visit to the Dolphins. Despite being one of the league leaders in big plays (interceptions, forced fumbles and fumble recoveries) over the past few years in New Orleans, Knight hasn't had many calls in the early phase of free agency.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 7^th, 2003, 6:05pm

Be prepared for some competiton in Miami during training camp and preseason. Looks like the QB position may be up in the air and Miami is going to give Griese a chance to beat Fiedler.

Bad idea IMO but news worthy nonetheless.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 9^th, 2003, 1:38pm

Looks like Miami will be offer Sammy Knight a contract

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/football/5591427.htm

Dolphins | Knight Could Be Offered Contract - posted at KFFL (nfl.kffl.com)
4:26 PT: Updating previous reports, the Miami Herald reports Miami Dolphins vice president of football operations Rick Spielman said there is a strong possibility the team will offer free agent S Sammy Knight (Saints) a contract. “Knight is a good football player,” Spielman said.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 10^th, 2003, 10:25pm

signed Charlie Rogers

Dolphins | Rogers Agrees to Sign- posted at KFFL (http://nfl.kffl.com)
April 10, 2003 14:01:26 PT WQAM radio of Miami reports the Miami Dolphins have reached an agreement on a one-year deal with free agent RB/KR Charlie Rogers (Bills). Financial terms of the contract were undisclosed

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 10^th, 2003, 10:44pm

By the way, here is some substantiation from "the Gridiron Newsstand" of what Bouve claimed regarding the apparent/alleged certainty that QB Brian Griese will end up in Miami:

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/football/5570685.htm.

Nice, short read! I'd check it out! It does sound very "affirmative."

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 11^th, 2003, 10:35am

Looks like a Seau deal could come as soon as this weekend.

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/sfl-dolphins11apr11,0,1644155.story?coll=sfla-sports-front

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 14^th, 2003, 1:28am

Well, what Bouve was reporting was being corroborated on "the Gridiron Newsstand". Here are a couple articles purporting the likelihood/probability of Seau's going to the Dolphins in a trade... by Monday... tomorrow:

http://www.signonsandiego.com/sports/chargers/20030412-9999_1s12seau.html;

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/football/pro/dolphins/sfl-dolphins11apr11,0,7397914.story?coll=sfla%2Ddolphins%2Dfront.

But, as of the update at midnight April 14th on "The REAL Feed", it is appears that a kibosh is going to be put on the deal. Here is ALL the ABSOLUTE LATEST from "the Gridiron Newsstand":

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/football/5617520.htm;

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/sports/content/auto/epaper/editions/monday/sports_e3a9a203034450c7005a.html.

Any thoughts, anyone (Bouve)?

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 14^th, 2003, 2:37pm

basically it comes down to if Seau will forgo the money he is owed so a deal can be made. I have heard that Seau and Miami have a deal already and just need the trade to happen. But Seau looks like he wants to stick it to SD by not allowing the trade until after he gets his money. Can't really blame him as its guranteed money.

If nothing happens within the next hour an a half then it probably won't happen till June 1st so SD can take the hit over 2 years instead of 1.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Apr 14^th, 2003, 8:44pm

http://espn.go.com/nfl/columns/clayton_john/1539016.html

Looks like Seau just needs to pass the physical... because apparently he worked out his contract. ;)

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Apr 14^th, 2003, 9:58pm

Here is the local corroboration from "the Gridiron Newsstand" of KJ 76's report above:

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/football/pro/dolphins/sfl-seau041403,0,304899.story?coll=sfla%2Ddolphins%2Dfront;

http://www.signonsandiego.com/sports/chargers/20030412-9999_1s12seau.html;

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/football/5628052.htm.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 15^th, 2003, 3:58pm

The Seau physical is set for tomorrow and a media conference is set for 1:30 PM EST tomorrow.

I also got an update on Knight. It seems his wife was due to give birth within the last week or so and he wanted to be with her before negotiating a contract. He is also supposed to vist with some other teams although at this time I am not sure who they are.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by DOLFAN on Apr 15^th, 2003, 9:38pm

This looks like a lock. This is great for MIA.They could use another locker room leader, plus an upgrade at OLB. He will be a 2 year filler.Maybe now we can focus on the OL and LONG TERM QB position...

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 16^th, 2003, 10:36am

more on Seau

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/5643738.htm

also MIA is trying to trade Derrick Rodgers to the Packers.

http://www.jsonline.com/packer/news/apr03/133763.asp

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by StegRock on Apr 16^th, 2003, 1:54pm

Here is ALL the rest of the local lowdown brought to you by way of "the Gridiron Newsstand":

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/football/pro/dolphins/sfl-seau041603,0,829189.story?coll=sfla%2Ddolphins%2Dfront;

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/sports/content/auto/epaper/editions/wednesday/sports_e3c95b4b65d622a100f2.html;

http://www.miamidolphins.com/pressbox/pressreleases/pressreleases.asp?contentID=2632.

This is definitely a great signing for the Fins. As one of my friends, who is a Dolphins fan, was saying to me yesterday, if nothing else, he brings VERY MUCH-NEEDED leadership and charisma to the Dolphins defense, in particular, and team, overall. That said, he still brings some pretty darn good tools to the table, as well. Also, and this does not really deal with football, but I feel that Miami, the city of Miami, is a perfect fit for Seau. He's just a warm-weather, "island" type of guy, right? [smiley=yes.gif]

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by Walker Boh on Apr 16^th, 2003, 8:10pm

I'll be rooting even harder against the Bolts this year...

San Diego should be ashamed. :-[

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by Bouve on Apr 17^th, 2003, 6:42pm

Look for Miami to make a play for Marcus Robinson who was released from Chicago earlier this week.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by DirkDiggler on Apr 17^th, 2003, 6:59pm

on 04/17/03 at 18:42:32, Bouve wrote:

Look for Miami to make a play for Marcus Robinson who was released from Chicago earlier this week.

Ahhh yes, I forgot about the Dolphins being a good fit for Robinson. I thought he would go to Jax or the Giants.

[smiley=smileytrash.gif] [smiley=annoyed.gif]

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by Bouve on Apr 17^th, 2003, 8:52pm

The Miami Herald reports Dolphins HC Dave Wannstedt on Wednesday said he ''still sees us trying to do two or three deals'' and listed safety, young linebacking depth and the offensive line as priorities. Miami hasn't made an offer to free-agent S Sammy Knight (Saints). ''Sammy's an impressive guy and we would love to have him,'' Wannstedt said. ``I don't know if we can make it work.'' The Dolphins remain in negotiations with restricted free-agent S Arturo Freeman. ''We've got enough needs,'' Wannstedt said. ``Anywhere we can try to improve, I'm trying to do that. We're not going to sit back and do nothing.'' Wannstedt spoke with free-agent WR Oronde Gadsden's agent this week, but the free agent receiver remains undecided on his plans. Meanwhile, new Dolphins LB Junior Seau, who said ''San Diego is always going to be my home,'' will join Miami's off-season workout program for good in a week.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Apr 18^th, 2003, 12:54am

Quietly, Miami is becoming the team with the best free agency period. Sammy Knight is just the icing on the cake if they get to sign him.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by Philly on Apr 18^th, 2003, 9:15am

It still remains to be seen if Fiedler can win in the playoffs. Every year Miami seems to be one of the faves in the AFC, they do well, and then stumble.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by Bouve on Apr 18^th, 2003, 11:17am

lots of Miami news today:

Ray Lucas has been told he will be cut soon http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/5662148.htm

The Patriots have offered OG a contract, oddly its lower than the one Miami is offering him.

The Redskins have signed Jermaine Haley to a 4 year $4 million offer sheet. Miami has 7 days to match. If they don't they will be a measley 7th round pick for him. If they match look for them to trade him. http://www.jsonline.com/packer/news/apr03/134426.asp

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by Bouve on Apr 19^th, 2003, 11:11am

Some Ricky Williams news for everyone:

RICKY WORKING HARD

We're hearing that Dolphins running back Ricky Williams quietly has been busting his butt in preparation for the 2003 offseason.

The team is impressed that Williams likewise has not found any off-field trouble (or vice-versa) since the completion of the 2002 campaign.

Last year, Williams was arrested not long after being traded to Miami, which arguably took some shine off of the transaction.

Of course, the arrest was soon forgotten as Williams rushed for 1853 yards in his first year with the Fins. And with Williams apparently focused on bettering that mark in 2003, he could make a run at the single-season rushing mark.

http://www.profootballtalk.com/rumormill.htm

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by StegRock on Apr 19^th, 2003, 11:42am

on 04/19/03 at 11:11:33, Bouve wrote:

If you are going to insist on posting links to other "secondary" sites on my fledgling site, WHICH IS FINE, said sites are going to be up for critique, and are going to be critiqued if it is deserved... and, here it is (in both senses of the phrase)... This report, in particular, and everything I read on that page is FLUFF! Regarding Ricky, they could have stopped typing after the first sentence or two, which are also fairly FLUFFY though, actually!

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by Bouve on Apr 19^th, 2003, 1:27pm

on 04/19/03 at 11:42:25, StegRock wrote:

In all honestly Steg I had heard this before but didn't want to post it and not have a link or something to back it up. Obviously in a few weeks when camp starts more news will come out about what he has been doing to prepare.

And not to take away from your site but that site is actually pretty solid for info and in many cases have been correct in their assessments of moves and rumors.

But obviously I would perfer to read it coming from a newspaper like the SS in Miami than a website but as I said I had heard this before and just needed a link so it wouldn't look like Bouve/RW propaganda.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by StegRock on Apr 19^th, 2003, 1:44pm

on 04/19/03 at 13:27:55, Bouve wrote:

Not a biggie at all, Bouve! Link to wherever! Ultimately, I am not going to modify or remove such content. I just wanted to take this opportunity, as I did think that that particular page today was fluff, to make the assertion that such sites are going to be open for criticism. I am just doing my job of "precedent-setting" for my fledgling site! [smiley=zenmaster.gif] By all means, carry on!

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by Daunte Williams on Apr 21^st, 2003, 11:24pm

Hey Bouve- I think that the addition of Junior will be a huge help for Ricky Williams this year and was wondering what you thought. I see Miami being up in most games because of their stingy "D", so Ricky should run wild in the 2nd half of games. He did so last year, but this year, he will be better. Any thoughts or am I just wishing too hard?

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report: Seau deal done!
Post by Bouve on Apr 22^nd, 2003, 12:04pm

on 04/21/03 at 23:24:15, Daunte Williams wrote:

Even if they didn't bring in Seau that D was already primed to be one of the best in the league. With Seau they upgraded over Derrick Rodgers. But you right in that RW should do some great things in the 2nd half of games but remember people thought that last year and he went out and did plenty of it early in the game.

The knock on him was that he was a power runner who would wear down the D then get his yards late, which is true but he showed last year he can break the long run and consistently rake up the yards no matter what quarter it was.

If all goes well look for close to or even more than 2000 yards on the ground foe the dreaded beast :)

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 22^nd, 2003, 3:21pm

Also it appears that Miami will not match the offer for Jermaine Haley

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Apr 24^th, 2003, 6:19pm

Signed safety Shawn Wooden today... this means no Knight?

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 25^th, 2003, 11:27am

on 04/24/03 at 18:19:21, Keyshawn Johnson 76yards wrote:

Signed safety Shawn Wooden today... this means no Knight?

They are still interested in Knight as are the Steelers but the coaching staff is worried about his lack of speed.

If they draft a safety Knight probably won't be signed. Iff Pitt doesn't draft Polamalu then they will probably sign Knight.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 25^th, 2003, 9:52pm

well as I reported earlier they let Jermaine Haley go, they got a 7th round pick for him.

They also traded their 2nd round pick next year in exchange for the Pats 2nd round pick 78 this year. They now have 10 picks in the draft.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Apr 29^th, 2003, 11:38am

Well after a piss poor draft they finally did something right and released Ray Lucas.

http://www.miamidolphins.com/home/home_index.asp

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on May 5^th, 2003, 11:14am

looks like Griese to Miami is a done deal.

GRIESE TO MIAMI A SURE THING
Despite speculation that some team other than the Dolphins could put together a sufficient package to persuade soon-to-be-released Broncos quarterback Brian Griese to pass on joining the team for which his father played, our sources tell us that Griese to Miami is sure thing.

And the word is that Griese will get far less money up front than his agent, Ralph Cindrich, is posturing for.

Griese will be installed as the No. 2 quarterback behind Jay Fiedler. His contract could be as short as one year in duration, which would enable him to look for a starting job elsewhere in 2004.

http://www.profootballtalk.com/rumormill.htm

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by PA Outlaws on May 5^th, 2003, 2:05pm

Is is just me that thinks Fiedler sucks! [smiley=getoff.gif]
If this becomes a done deal, Griese would be an improvement over Fiedler! Just think how good Williams could become if they have a QB who can pass! [smiley=hmmmm.gif]

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on May 5^th, 2003, 4:33pm

Great news for Dolphin fans in my opinion. I actually do like Griese, even if he is a pansy..

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on May 13^th, 2003, 11:47am

Miami signed Pro Bowl safety Sammy Knight

http://espn.go.com/nfl/columns/clayton_john/1552902.html

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on May 27^th, 2003, 6:52pm

Miami traded Derrick Rodgers to New orleans for a 7th round pick. Odd thing is Miami would have released him June 1st anyway so basically they got something for nothing.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on May 29^th, 2003, 4:22pm

http://espn.go.com/nfl/overview/dolphins2003.html

Dolphins off-season overview

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by DOLFAN on Jun 3^rd, 2003, 10:56pm

Miami signs another Arena star. I personally have loved the Arena league and NFLEUROPE to help develop these guys that need hands on playing time to improve. The NFL is full of these guys. Warner, Maddox, Gasden a bunch of OL and WRs too.
Chris Jackson has spent time with SEA, GB, TENN and now the FINS. he had 117/1700+ yds and 47 tds last yr in the Arena league. Rice he is not, but Gasden did well for us for a few yrs and this guys has size/speed worth investing in IMO. Maybe if nothing else he can return kicks for us. I have felt for yrs we didn't have enough speed. I like Gasden, but he is stale and we need some fresh blood. Only time will tell. He can't be worse than Dedric Ward can he???

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Jun 4^th, 2003, 3:39pm

http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/6008998.htm

No progress in Griese talks.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by BarnabyWilde on Jun 5^th, 2003, 2:08am

According to this article on CBS Sportsline, the two sides are far apart with no progress...

http://cbs.sportsline.com/nfl/story/6411173

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by BarnabyWilde on Jun 6^th, 2003, 11:27am

More evidence that the Greise deal ain't a done deal yet. the two sides are still far apar on incentives and Greise's agent said they may look elsewhere...

http://espn.go.com/nfl/columns/pasquarelli_len/1563309.html

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by DOLFAN on Jun 6^th, 2003, 2:57pm

[smiley=coolit.gif],
[smiley=doh.gif]If we screw this up i wants someones head on a platter. I like Feidler, don't get me wrong, but when you can get another starter quality QB as a backup...open the wallet a bir more. Restructure Madison's or Taylor's deals. In the grand scheme I think we are lowballing him. Hell we are not talking Lucas here. WE are talking a former probowler. It took us 30 yrs to get a solid RB for petes sake. I'm losing my respect for Wanny on this one. We have no prob getting DEF players, but when it comes to the offense we are too CHEAP. [smiley=scream.gif] [smiley=shootmyself.gif] [smiley=coolit.gif]

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Razzak on Jun 6^th, 2003, 4:30pm

let the bidding begin!

http://espn.go.com/nfl/columns/pasquarelli_len/1564232.html

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by DOLFAN on Jun 6^th, 2003, 9:26pm

GReise FINALLY LANDED!!!!!!!!!!!! [smiley=havinablast.gif] [smiley=moon.gif]

Its about damn time. WE gave him a signing bonus of $1M..I'm sure he got some solid incentives too. I don't know if he can help us win the Bowl, but he would have won at least 1 of the games that Lucas lost last year and we would have won the DIV and went to the playoffs! [smiley=soapboxer.gif]. Like i was saying if we screwed this up i would have been pissed. I'm just glad its over...Now he can fall the driveway of his new house in MIA..or maybe fall over a moving box and break his ankle. [smiley=rollinwithlaughter.gif].. Whatever he is a major upgrade at #2 qb and could/should be our guy of the future. He will fit our offense just fine.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Jun 6^th, 2003, 9:49pm

Yea, DOLFAN, that's the news toppin' "The REAL Feed"! Here are a couple primary sources corroborating and expanding on the report from "the 'greater' Gridiron Newsstand":

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/football/pro/dolphins/sfl-0606dolphins,0,2872475.story?coll=sfla-dolphins-front;

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/dolphins/content/sports/0606griese.html.

Nice reads, neither of which are just the AP announcement. They both offer up a little more.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Jun 7^th, 2003, 9:06pm

obviously a solid signing by the Fins in a few ways. Its financially sound and provides a quality backup if Fiedler were to get hurt again.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by Bouve on Jun 11^th, 2003, 11:09pm

Miami Dolphins: Three-year veteran Arturo Freeman, who will be forced to compete with newcomer Sammy Knight for the starting strong safety job, re-signed with the Miami Dolphins on Wednesday. The team's full-time starter in 2002, Freeman signed a one-year contract for $605,000. That is the amount of the restricted free agent qualifying offer that Miami made to Freeman in February to retain a right of first refusal.

Several teams, notably the New Orleans Saints and Washington Redskins, demonstrated some interest in the former Boston College star as a restricted free agent this offseason, but a neither team ever made a firm proposal on an offer sheet.

Freeman, 26, was a fifth-round choice in the 2000 draft.

The Dolphins signed Knight, a former Pro Bowl performer who voided his contract with the New Orleans Saints in February to become a free agent, because they want to increase the number of big plays at the strong safety spot. Knight leads all NFL strong safeties in big plays over the past three seasons.

In his 16 starts in 2002, Freeman registered 96 tackles, third-most on the team, and had 1 1/2 sacks. But he did not have an interception and was credited with four passes defensed, seven fewer than in 2001, when he primarily played as a "nickel" defender. If Freeman does not sign an extension, he will be eligible for unrestricted free agency next spring.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/news/2003/0611/1566449.html

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by DOLFAN on Jun 20^th, 2003, 2:58pm

Gasden finishes F/A tour back where it started...Miami. He Refused an extension last year in hopes of more $. He passed on a 3 yr deal from Minny for $3M. He now signs with Mia for the league min $530K and $25K signing bonus. Also he needs to fight for a roster spot.
Dumbass greedy bastard! I like him, but got what he deserved!
[smiley=doh.gif] [smiley=flipoffangrily.gif]
Topping the real feed on Gridiron:
http://espn.go.com/nfl/columns/pasquarelli_len/1570742.html

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 6^th, 2003, 10:14pm

Jay Fiedler's back is spazzin' and keepin' him out of practice, givin' Bob Griese's son more reps with the first team offense, and in other news Oronde Gadsden's injury has been determined to be a dislocation not a ligament strain. Here is how it all reads on "the Gridiron Newsstand":

(Fiedler)
http://www.covers.com/ap/article.aspx?articleID=135738&league=NFL;

(Fiedler)
http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/sports/football/6471951.htm;

(Fiedler)
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/football/pro/dolphins/sfl-86fieldler,1,4097005.story?coll=sfla-dolphins-front;

(Gadsden)
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/football/pro/dolphins/sfl-gadsden080603,1,68080.story?coll=sfla-dolphins-front.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by DOLFAN on Aug 7^th, 2003, 12:13am

Griese will continue to climb up the charts. I hope it doesn't full the fire talks. It may be just like Garcia, only more people talking because Brian is starter material.

Title: Re: Dolphins Offseason Report
Post by StegRock on Aug 22^nd, 2003, 10:10pm

I'll tell ya's this much... Robert Edwards can play some ball. [smiley=yes.gif] He could definitely be a starter and a fantasy factor if he ever gets the chance again.