it would be nice to hear an update on culpepper sometime soon

[cpeppfan]

i mean its been over a month now since he hasnt been playing, and we really havnt heard any news, progress, or anything having to do with his rehab. i mean he is the franchise qb, atleast keep the fans updated

 

[BLITZKRIEG]

At 1-6, and looking at 1-7, there's no way Saban is going to play Culpepper again this year in my opinion. Why risk further complications to Culpepper's health when we really have nothing left to play for??....

Culpepper will be rehabing the rest of the season, and whatever happens after that is anyone's guess. Saban would be wise to re-evaluate the situation, and make a logical decision based on our future, and not so much on the 2007 season itself.....

In not so many words, Culpepper should be on the out in my opinion. His salary is going to escalade out of control going into next year, and he's not even worth half of what he's expected to get. Take the cap ramifications, whatever they may be, and cut him loose.

I say we keep Harrington, and look elsewhere for someone who can compete with him next off-season. Maybe even draft QB B. Quinn if we get the chance. The bottom line is that Saban needs to rebuild our team, and getting a franchise QB should have been one of his first priorities. H

He thought Culpepper could be that QB, but it's obvious now that we got the booby prize making this trade. I hate to sound so critical of Culpepper, but he is what he is, and that's not going to cut it now, or for the state of the team future....

This may sound strange, but the "idea" of having Culpepper in Miami, was far more exciting than actually watching him perform. Sad, but true....


PHINZ RULE!!!!

 

[WISfinfan13]

Nick Saban doesnt let the players talk much during the season and when asked about Culpepper he just says he is continueing with his rehab...and will be evaluated on a week to week basis...

 

[bluehaze]

At 1-6, and looking at 1-7, there's no way Saban is going to play Culpepper again this year in my opinion. Why risk further complications to Culpepper's health when we really have nothing left to play for??....

Culpepper will be rehabing the rest of the season, and whatever happens after that is anyone's guess. Saban would be wise to re-evaluate the situation, and make a logical decision based on our future, and not so much on the 2007 season itself.....

In not so many words, Culpepper should be on the out in my opinion. His salary is going to escalade out of control going into next year, and he's not even worth half of what he's expected to get. Take the cap ramifications, whatever they may be, and cut him loose.

I say we keep Harrington, and look elsewhere for someone who can compete with him next off-season. Maybe even draft QB B. Quinn if we get the chance. The bottom line is that Saban needs to rebuild our team, and getting a franchise QB should have been one of his first priorities. H

He thought Culpepper could be that QB, but it's obvious now that we got the booby prize making this trade. I hate to sound so critical of Culpepper, but he is what he is, and that's not going to cut it now, or for the state of the team future....

This may sound strange, but the "idea" of having Culpepper in Miami, was far more exciting than actually watching him perform. Sad, but true....


PHINZ RULE!!!!

Nice post, my sentiments exactly right down to that very last statement, I was disappointed when we passed on Brees but was still excited that Culpepper was coming...until he stepped on the field and reality sunk in.:boohoo:

 

[Bearfanmike20]

He had a major knee injury.... and they expected him to play this year...

that was very stupid.. He will be back next year and He will be in great shape physically...

Mentally.. Well that remains to be seen.

 

[Dolfan984]

I hope he doesn't play the rest of the year. He can be properly evaluated and see if he's the franchise QB we're hoping for.

For the people who think he won't be any better than this year, I just don't understand that logic. I also believe Miami is going to keep Harrington, so the team can focus on the other holes on the team, while seeing if Culpepper can get it done. If Culpepper can't, we know Harrington is just a backup, so we then get our QB of the future. I believe Miami would only save around 250k for cutting Culpepper before next year, and I'd have to think that the $ saved AFTER 2007 for cutting Culpepper would be a lot better. It gives us the chance to see if he can get it done with no health excuses, and lets Saban spend his draft picks on other needs.

 

[BLITZKRIEG]

For the people who think he won't be any better than this year, I just don't understand that logic.

It's not just Culpepper's injury that is keeping him from playing acceptable football / QB, it's his lack of intelligence, and that's something that will likely never change....

Let's just face it folks, Culpepper is not one of the smartest QB's around. His career numbers show that. Even with all of his TD's, he's proven time and again that he makes far too many mistakes. I personally want a smart QB, and one that can make the correct decisions when he has the ball in his hands. Right now, Culpepper doesn't even come close to fitting that description.....

I believe Miami would only save around 250k for cutting Culpepper before next year

I'd rather take a $250K hit this year and dump him, than a 9 million dollar one by keeping him around. Especially when we have Harrington on the roster. I don't think there is any way we'll be able to keep both of them, and right now Culpepper is the one who's on the hot seat....

PHINZ RULE!!!!

 

[Vertical Limit]

I hope he doesn't play the rest of the year. He can be properly evaluated and see if he's the franchise QB we're hoping for.

For the people who think he won't be any better than this year, I just don't understand that logic.

He has done nothing to show any of us that he will be better next year. The guy has played 10 1/2 out of 24 possible starting regular season games since 2004, and likely won't play the rest of this season especially with the tougher games coming up. Two years seperated from pro bowl form, 3 next season.

Those who think Daunte Culpepper will be any better next season, really need to see the reality. We're looking at a possible slow start again next season, for he can again SLOWLY progress with our offense. Then all of you will be like "Chill out and be patient, he's been injured for crying out loud". :shakeno: How long are we going to effing wait? And with his health, how much does he have left? Can we rely that he will remain healthy? Can we depend on him? How long do mobile quarterbacks last in this league? Is he John Elway, Steve Young? Does he need his mobility to be good?

This is why I think those who say we should have stuck with Gus Frerrotte actually made some sense. He's not better than Culpepper, but we should be rebuilding through the draft, that includes starting quarterback.

This team doesn't look like a playoff contender this year, and likely not next year as well. I think we took a few steps back from last year, and the New York Jets and Buffalo Bills have taken a few steps forward. It takes time to rebuild a mess.

I'm all on the Brady Quinn bandwagon right now.

 

[Roman529]

I read in the PFW article that was posted about Saban, that DC stopped his rehab a little early before he came in as our starter. You have to wonder why he did this? He obviously did not seem to have much mobility and was sacked 6-7 times a game before he got pulled for Joey. I have to wonder just how much rehabbing DC is really doing? :confused:

 

[DoggPhin]

For the people who think he won't be any better than this year, I just don't understand that logic. I also believe Miami is going to keep Harrington, so the team can focus on the other holes on the team, while seeing if Culpepper can get it done. If Culpepper can't, we know Harrington is just a backup, so we then get our QB of the future.

When are you going to figure out that Joey Harrington is the starting QB of the Miami Dolphins? You can dream about the past all you want, or make all the predictions you want for the future. There is no QB Controversy here. Very possible we've got our Starter right now - for the next couple of years. That most likely will depend on his performance over the coming weeks. Are you going to support this team or not?

Things seem very up in the air, regarding Culpepper. Last we heard he was seen pouting on the sidelines, that was after the shouting match between him & Saban. Correct - there's been very little news except when they announced he went inactive and Marcus Vick is now the 3rd QB.

 

[Dolfan984]

It's not just Culpepper's injury that is keeping him from playing acceptable football / QB, it's his lack of intelligence, and that's something that will likely never change....

Let's just face it folks, Culpepper is not one of the smartest QB's around. His career numbers show that. Even with all of his TD's, he's proven time and again that he makes far too many mistakes. I personally want a smart QB, and one that can make the correct decisions when he has the ball in his hands. Right now, Culpepper doesn't even come close to fitting that description.....



I'd rather take a $250K hit this year and dump him, than a 9 million dollar one by keeping him around. Especially when we have Harrington on the roster. I don't think there is any way we'll be able to keep both of them, and right now Culpepper is the one who's on the hot seat....

PHINZ RULE!!!!

How is his intellegence worse at 29 than it was the rest of his career? You're right in saying he does make some mistakes, but throughout most of his career he was making a lot more good plays than he was bad.

Cutting Culpepper would save us 250k than keeping him is what I meant. Something like 7-8 mil if Miami keeps him, and only 250k less if he is cut.

 

[ckparrothead]

Culpepper has been doing well. I heard during last week that the Fins ramped up his football activities as the swelling in his patellar tendon subsided. But now I hear that he has been held out of Monday's practice along with Jeno James and Channing Crowder.

Wednesday will be the determination of whether or not guys can dress for the game.

His knee is having a real tough time now going back to strenuous rehab after being in game preparation mode for four weeks.

 

[Stitches]

It's not just Culpepper's injury that is keeping him from playing acceptable football / QB, it's his lack of intelligence, and that's something that will likely never change....

Let's just face it folks, Culpepper is not one of the smartest QB's around. His career numbers show that. Even with all of his TD's, he's proven time and again that he makes far too many mistakes. I personally want a smart QB, and one that can make the correct decisions when he has the ball in his hands. Right now, Culpepper doesn't even come close to fitting that description.....



I'd rather take a $250K hit this year and dump him, than a 9 million dollar one by keeping him around. Especially when we have Harrington on the roster. I don't think there is any way we'll be able to keep both of them, and right now Culpepper is the one who's on the hot seat....

PHINZ RULE!!!!

I agree that Culpepper is/was such a good QB because of his physical dominance, and if he had the same mental ability he would probably be the best QB in the league. But as is/was his mental pitfalls only allowed him to be a pro-bowl QB and one of the top 8 QBs in the league when healthy.

However, I don't think Culpepper is at all on the hot seat. I don't think Harrington is on a hot seat at this point either. Now, if it is determined at some point within the next 2/3 weeks that Daunte is healthy enough to play again(i.e. 100% completely healed, no more rehab required), and he puts up the stats that Harrington currently is putting up(which aren't all his fault), and the sacks aren't down, then he will certainly be on the hot seat. If Daunte doesn't play any more this season, there is no way he will be on the hot seat until leading up to next season.

 

[DoggPhin]

Cutting Culpepper would save us 250k than keeping him is what I meant. Something like 7-8 mil if Miami keeps him, and only 250k less if he is cut.

Not sure if that's correct - cutting him outright. That would only happen if his trade value is absolute Zero. If his value has sunk that low, what does that tell you? Maybe keep him on the roster, he could serve as the veteran backup to Harrington. Only if there's nobody else available out there for cheap and we don't draft a QB.

 

[Dolfan984]

He has done nothing to show any of us that he will be better next year. The guy has played 10 1/2 out of 24 possible starting regular season games since 2004, and likely won't play the rest of this season especially with the tougher games coming up. Two years seperated from pro bowl form, 3 next season.

Those who think Daunte Culpepper will be any better next season, really need to see the reality. We're looking at a possible slow start again next season, for he can again SLOWLY progress with our offense. Then all of you will be like "Chill out and be patient, he's been injured for crying out loud". :shakeno: How long are we going to effing wait? And with his health, how much does he have left? Can we rely that he will remain healthy? Can we depend on him? How long do mobile quarterbacks last in this league? Is he John Elway, Steve Young? Does he need his mobility to be good?

This is why I think those who say we should have stuck with Gus Frerrotte actually made some sense. He's not better than Culpepper, but we should be rebuilding through the draft, that includes starting quarterback.

This team doesn't look like a playoff contender this year, and likely not next year as well. I think we took a few steps back from last year, and the New York Jets and Buffalo Bills have taken a few steps forward. It takes time to rebuild a mess.

I'm all on the Brady Quinn bandwagon right now.

Well he got injured last year, and he was clearly not healthy this year so he was pulled. I don't know why the games he's started since 2005 is a factor. Even Jerry Rice had two years where he was slowed by a knee injury. Culpepper had been pretty healthy otherwise so once he gets his knee back to health I don't expect him to just get hurt like uh...Jay Fiedler

If Culpepper can get his mobility back then who's to say he won't be back to the same quarterback he used to be? Yeah there's a chance that he might not ever get back, but there also a chance that he'll be healtny and a probowler again. I really don't think there will be any injury excuses for him next year because it would be nearly 2 years removed from his injury which is about the time they say you need for an injury like that. I believe Daunte Culpepper needs to have his mobility to be good, it's just the type of Quarterback he has always been except for this year.