Jarvis Landry up next in Dolphins new “keep your own” mentality

[DKphin]

Since before the start of free agency the Dolphins have committed to Reshad Jones, Andre Branch, Cameron Wake, Kenny Stills, and as of last night, Kiko Alonso. Now it’s Jarvis Landry’s turn. Or is it?

As I write this I’m cautiously optimistic that a deal will get done. Landry is a lead by example type of player and he plays at 100% every play. Sometimes he takes his enthusiasm a little too far but he has become the go-to player on the Dolphins offense without question.
Now the Dolphins must decide what Landry is worth to them. The former 2nd round draft pick will be a free agent in 2018. The Dolphins can of course franchise tag Landry next off-season to make sure they keep him but that would be expensive. This year the franchise tag for receivers carries a hefty $15.65 million cap hit. For one year. That number will increase next season.

Statistically Landry has done everything the Dolphins have wanted and more. He has more receptions in his first three seasons than any other receiver in history during their first three years. He continues to develop as well and it’s likely he hasn’t reached his full potential.

Should Landry hit the free agent market there is no question that he will find many suitors for his services. The Dolphins have opted to not conduct “bidding” wars with other teams which makes Landry being extended now a higher priority. Miami is only bidding against themselves.
With Miami showing a commitment to their own and no singular player on the roster in need of an extension, Landry should be the top priority. The Dolphins have said that they want to get him a new deal and now is the time for them to step up and get it done.

http://phinphanatic.com/2017/03/22/jarvis-landry-next-dolphins-new-keep-mentality/

 

[NyPhan23]

Kinda a fluff piece, not much news here, but a decent read anyways.

 

[The Bopkin]

The title of the thread should have a ? in it.

 

[SabanHater]

they'll get it done. He'll be a Dolphin for life.

 

[The Ghost]

I do hope he continues to improve. I do love everything he brings to the table and certainly in favor of extending him. That said, I hope he finds the endzone more often.

He brings life to the offense so that can't be underscored but Devante Parker needs to be the catalyst for this offense.

 

[ChrisTRD]

I'm not worried at all. It will get done. Future looks bright for the 1st time in a LONG time.

 

[jazz015]

The good news that unless Dion Jordan has some kind of miracle turn around, Landy is our only big name free agent going into next year. This allows us to focus all our efforts on securing him. I still hope they get this done by the end of training camp for safe measures