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There is one word that owners around the NFL hate to use in front of their fanbase: Rebuilding.
The word means forget about this year. The word means that whatever we've been doing wasn't right and we need to start over. The word is synonymous with, we're falling off the NFL map for a year or two.
Oh, and the word is a great way to not sell tickets.
And so it will be interesting to see if Dolphins owner Stephen Ross utters the word today when he meets with media at lunch time because, let's be real folks, the Miami Dolphins are in full on rebuild mode now.
That's how it looks when you're trading Brandon Marshall and not signing either an equally talented or equally experienced replacement. The Dolphins will replace Marshall with a draft pick. You know how often rookie wide receiver make a big difference for their new teams? Do the homework. It is rare.
That's how it looks when you cut Yeremiah Bell, who was probably declining and too expensive but was also the glue in the deep secondary. The Dolphins may re-sign Bell or they may not. Either way, it is not a difference making move. Bell has so far garnered little attention in free agency so there's the idea other teams don't think tons about him so far. And if Miami goes in another direction, the likely way to address it is in the latter (cheaper) parts of free agency or, again, the draft. Rebuilding.
Once the Dolphins failed to land Peyton Manning and he picked Denver, the Dolphins didn't deem Matt Flynn worthy of big money and I was told by a Dolphins source that Alex Smith priced himself out of their market. So the Dolphins are going with a QB competition between Matt Moore and David Garrard. The Dolphins will also probably draft a quarterback.
Let's see ... Miami's grand promise of finally finding a franchise quarterback is headed unquestionably down the path of having two veterans who have never been franchise QBs and probably a rookie to develop. The two veterans are signed for only one year each. One.
Tell me that doesn't feel like you're rebuilding. Anyone with eyes sees it.
The Dolphins haven't been big spenders in free agency. They are ramping up bigtime for the draft. And I'm hearing more and more whispers from organization sources that you'll not be hearing talk of displacing the Patriots in 2012 because, well, they're as finished a product as you can have in the NFL.
And the Dolphins are a start up production.
Rebuild!
I have a hard time believing if Peyton Manning had come to the team the Dolphins would have been in this mode. They would have been led by a 36-year-old QB that needed talented added quickly for a run that will last a relatively short period of time.
But once Manning eliminated the Dolphins, the Dolphins apparently eliminated the idea of really and truly competing for a title in 2012. Their moves are making that plain. They're planning for a title run in two or three years more than they are this year.
They are rebuilding. The only question now is whether Ross will admit as much today.
 
speculation. Dolphins are a quarterback away and michael floyd from being contenders, i refuse to believe we are in fulll rebuild mode, you could never convince me. If the dolphins were in full rebuild mode i would expect them to trade away jake long for picks cause hes played like **** lately.
 
So.....haven't won a SB in 40 years.....haven't won a playoff game in 10 years....have one of the best teams in the league in your division (NE)........

and they're doing this to plan for a title run in 2 to 3 years from now.....

Yay :rolleyes2:
 
We got rid of a headcase diva WR, so I guess that means we are rebuilding.
 
Rebuilding is when we had that 1 win debacle season...we actually have a really good defense and some pieces to work with now.retooling or adding pieces is a better way of saying that.if fist pump can win some games and got fired I'm sure this coaching staff can. solid draft and we will be a better team than last year if philbin is a decent coach. You don't need that alpha receiver in the wco and you won't miss bell trailing te on 3&15( at least I won't) don't see what the big deal is with these two players leaving actually,but its the offseason. Change can be a good thing...not always bad
 
Nublar7 said:
Rebuilding parts of the offense. The defense is already built.
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I'm glad that we de decided to build the defense without a viable starting safety, or any depth at pass rush whatsoever. But pass rush is only the most important aspect of the defense nowadays, that shouldn't hurt us too much...
And we have nothing on offense. So yes we are rebuilding parts of it, we're rebuilding every part.
 
look on the bright side guys.....in another 4 years, we can all do this over again


you know, the whole blindly optimistic thing!
 
kloud_9 said:
Rebuilding is when we had that 1 win debacle season...we actually have a really good defense and some pieces to work with now.retooling or adding pieces is a better way of saying that.if fist pump can win some games and got fired I'm sure this coaching staff can. solid draft and we will be a better team than last year if philbin is a decent coach. You don't need that alpha receiver in the wco and you won't miss bell trailing te on 3&15( at least I won't) don't see what the big deal is with these two players leaving actually,but its the offseason. Change can be a good thing...not always bad
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When "retooling"...you don't take vital pieces and not replace them.

I can't wait to see this WCO that has no solid WRs. SHould make the magical Cinderella story of the year.
 
I don't really understand the stigma behind rebuilding

I guess everyone would prefer a load more short term moves to paper over the cracks and keep us a 7-9 / 8-8 team for eternity
 
insomnia411 said:
I'm glad that we de decided to build the defense without a viable starting safety, or any depth at pass rush whatsoever. But pass rush is only the most important aspect of the defense nowadays, that shouldn't hurt us too much...
And we have nothing on offense. So yes we are rebuilding parts of it, we're rebuilding every part.
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Bell might still come back, plus it isn't like they cut a strong safety in the prime of his career. Bell is 34 years old and was showing major signs of decline last season. There is a reason why they have drafted guys like Clemons and Jones in the last few years and added Richard Marshall in free agency.

Pass rush is a concern after Jason Taylor retired. You have to think though that they will add at least one pass rusher this upcoming draft. No they aren't going to walk in and have 6+ sacks as a rookie, but they will probably help take the needed pressure off of Wake. You can ALWAYS improve every position on your team, but the defense is still likely a top 10 unit for this upcoming season.

The defense was in shambles after the 2009 season and they were able to quickly rebuild it into one of the leagues top defenses. Maybe they are not as strong as the 2010 defense now, but they are not far from that status. Now it is the offense's chance to get rebuilt. Odds are against a quick turnaround like the defense had, but a turnaround doesn't need to take 2-3 years.

Running back is pretty much set with Bush(1,000+ yards last season), Thomas(hurt for most of last year, but was dominate Big 12 rusher), Messam(1,000+ yard back in the CFL) and Slaton(a former 1,000 yard NFL back). This group does come with some concerns, but does have tremendous potential. Could be the best running back unit in the AFC East.

The offense line from left to center is set with our 4 time Pro Bowl left tackle Jake Long. Richie Incognito has played well at left guard, and Mike Pouncey did very well as a rookie and should only be better in his second year. Right guard and right tackle are question marks right now, but there is certainly candidates on the roster. Murtha seems in line to start at RT and has shown glimpses the last couple of years. At right guard, you have to think you can get a solid starter out of the group of Garner, Jerry, Hicks and possible Scott(if signed).

Tight End position needs to be addressed, but is not in terrible shape. Fasano is OK, and Clay(who also is the fullback) came on late as a rookie.

This draft they need to draft their quarterback of the future, add probably at least two WRs and a pass rusher. Then the rest of the picks can be focused on players like a tight end, offensive lineman, and the safety position.

Sans Brandon Marshall, the offense is not all that different then the offense from last season. They same offense that was blowing out teams late in the season.
 
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