Just wanted to point out that both games did have a pick returned for a TD so the point total is a little tilted. As Buffalo had a kickoff return for a TD. So there is 14 points the D could do nothing about.burger13 said:The Dolphins have played 2 full games in 2 years w/o Zach:
2004 against Buffalo - 362 yds, 42pts
2003 against Tennessee - 324 - 31pts.
Now they may not be THE 2 worst performances by our defense overall, but look how our defense averages out without him in the lineup.
So how is getting rid of Zach actually going to help us?
Fine his salary is off the books......but by numbers, it's at too big of an expense? Can Pope play in this league? Looks like he can? But can he be one of the best LB's in the game and the HEART of the D??
And trade Zach?? For what exactly a 4th round pick. If his value has fallen so far in the Phin's eyes that they were willing to trade him......what would another team be willing to give? Someone brought up Seau.....what did we give up for him a 5th (I'm not taking the time to verify)?? Is that worth losing Zach for??
I think that we'd immediately go from a top 10 D, to one that gives up 30 per game........just look at the numbers.
Zach is not that important to the Phins D. I'd be happy if Miami could just get out from under his deal after next season.