Mike Tannenbaum tells us we’re not far off. I wonder if he is seeing what I am seeing? I see a franchise that has been trying to build a suitable offensive line since 2009. I see a franchise that hasn’t fielded a top quality linebacking unit since
Zach Thomas and
Junior Seau played together, and as a result, we’ve had a difficult time succeeding.
I see tons of questions where I should be seeing clear answers. Who will play TE? Can Parker develop and stay healthy? Will
Ryan Tannehill ever become the QB other teams don’t want to face? I could go on and on, but it seems like there are always more questions than clear answers.
Isn’t it time that we experienced the joy of watching the Dolphins play consistently solid football again? The 2017 version was embarrassing. How do professional athletes commit so many penalties at crucial times? How does the team allow it? Shula wouldn’t have tolerated it for a second. That’s one step towards getting better. Have a plan. The undisciplined play can’t be a part of that plan because it loses games.
I like Gase. I believe in Gase. But, that doesn’t mean he’s got a solid plan just yet. I fear he is trying too hard to be a players coach. Players hated playing for Shula, but they played hard for him because they knew he had a plan for success. Ultimately that is what everyone wants. That plan starts at the top. Mike Tannenbaum has to have a plan. Adam Gase has to have a plan. Chris Grier has to have a plan. Those three plans need to be in sync. They need to give us that winning edge Shula was famous for. It’s time. That’s my plea to the Miami Dolphins.