Miami Dolphins

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2007 MIAMI DOLPHINS​

ORIGINAL PLAYER
TRADED PLAYER
FREE AGENT SIGNING
ROOKIE


Quarterbacks
Culpepper, Daunte QB 5,500,000.00
Gradkowski, Bruce QB 360,000.00
Quinn, Brady QB 700,000.00
Total Salary: $6,560,000.00

Runningbacks
Bennet, Michael HB 500,000.00
Brown, Ronnie HB 984,133.00
Minor, Travis HB 300,000.00
Total Salary: $1,784,133.00

Fullbacks
Barnes, Darian FB 300,000.00
Pearman, Alvin HB 300,000.00
Total Salary: $600,000.00

Wide Receivers

Brown, Reggie WR 449,625.00
Chambers, Chris WR 5,400,000.00
Curtis, Kevin WR 2,900,000.00
Floyd, Malcom WR 300,000.00
Hill, Jason WR 400,000.00
Total Salary: $9,449,625.00

Tight Ends

Chandler, Scott TE 300,000.00
Clark, Dallas TE 565,000.00
Rader, Jason TE 360,000.00
Total Salary: $1,225,000.00

Offensive Line

Alabi, Anthony RT 435,000.00
Carey, Vernon RT 655,000.00
Free, Doug LT 300,000.00
Hadnot, Rex C 510,000.00
Okobi, Chucky C 300,000.00
Smith, Marvel LT 4,200,000.00
Timmerman, Adam LG 600,000.00
Toledo, Joe RG 285,000.00
Welbourn, John RG 1,700,000.00
Yanda, Marshall, LG 350,000.00
Total Salary: $9,335,000.00

Defensive Ends

Coleman, Kenyon DE 300,000.00
Jackson, Xzavie DE 300,000.00
Roth, Matt DE 410,000.00
Taylor, Jason DE 7,000,000.00
Total Salary: $8,010,000.00

Defensive Tackles

Clancy, Kendrick NT 750,000.00
Okoye, Amobi DT 600,000.00
Tripplet, Larry DT 1,600,000.00
Wright, Rodrique DT 360,000.00
Total Salary: $3,310,000.00

Linebackers

Boley, Michael OLB 435,000.00
Crowder, Channing OLB 435,000.00
Kacyvenski, Isiash MLB 300,000.00
Nkang, Chad, OLB 300,000.00
Orr, Shantee OLB 300,000.00
Thomas, Zach MLB 5,450,000.00
Sharper, Jamie OLB 1,300,000.00
Snow, Justin OLB/LS 300,000.00
Total Salary: $9,020,000.00

Cornerbacks

Allen, Jason CB 660,000.00
Brown, Tarrell CB 300,000.00
Buchanon, Philip CB 1,500,000.00
Hobbs, Ellis CB 435,000.00
Ratliff, Keiwan CB 700,000.00
Total Salary: $3,595,000.00

Safeties

Bell, Yeremiah SS 1,300,000.00
Holt, Terrence FS 700,000.00
Earl, Glenn FS 300,000.00
Stoutmire, Omar SS 300,000.00

Total Salary: $2,600,000.00

Kickers/Punters

Jones, Donnie P 700,000.00
Scobee, Josh K 800,000.00

Total Salary: $1,500,000.00

TOTAL SALARY: $56,988,758.00
Under The Cap: $0,011,242.00
Player Count: 53/53

2007 Free Agents

Adams, Keith LB UFA
Barnes, Darian FB UFA - resigned
Bell, Yeremiah S RFA - $1.3 mil (2nd round tender)
Berger, Joe OG ERFA
Bowens, David DE UFA
Denney, John LS ERFA
Eckel, Kyle RB ERFA
Fonoti, Toniu OG UFA
Holliday, Vonnie DT UFA
Jackson, Eddie CB RFA
Jacox, Kendyl C UFA
Jones, Donnie P RFA - resigned
Lehan, Michael CB UFA
Lemon, Cleo QB RFA
McIntosh, Damion OT UFA
Minor, Travis RB UFA - resigned
Morris, Sammy RB UFA
Newman, Keith LB UFA
Spragan, Donnie LB UFA
Tillman, Travares S UFA
Traylor, Keith DT UFA
Vickerson, Kevin DT ERFA
Welker, Wes WR RFA
Zgonina, Jeff DT UFA

Current Draft Picks

1st Round
4 -- Brady Quinn, QB, Notre Dame 700,000.00
14 -- Amobi Okoye, DT, Louisville 600,000.00

2nd Round
56 -- Jason Hill, WR, Washington State 400,000.00


3rd Round
92 -- Marshall Yanda, OG, Iowa 350,000.00


4th Round
101 -- Scott Chandler, TE, Iowa 300,000.00
105 -- Doug Free, OT, Northern Illinois 300,000.00


5th Round
145 -- Tarrell Brown, CB, Texas 300,000.00

7th Round
206 -- Chad Nkang, OLB, Elon 300,000.00
214 -- Xzavie Jackson, DE, Missouri 300,000.00

Total: $3,200,000.00

Free Agent Signings
RB Travis Minor 300K
SS Yeremiah Bell 1.3 mil
CB Philip Buchanon 1.5 mil
FS Terrence Holt 700K
P Donnie Jones 700K
FB Darian Barnes 300K
LB Shantee Orr 300K
OG Adam Timmerman 600K
OC Chucky Okobi 300K
K Josh Scobee 800K
WR Kevin Curtis 2.9 mil
FS Glenn Earl 300K
SS Omar Stoutmire 300K
LB Justin Snow 300K
WR Malcom Floyd 300K
DE Kenyon Coleman 300K
CB Keiwan Ratliff 700K
LB Isiah Kacyvenski 300K
LB Jamie Sharper 1.3 mil
HB Michael Bennet 500K

 

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Thunder Rolls Through Miami
By GREG JACKSON, FHAP Sports Writer
February 8, 2007

MIAMI (FHAP) – Many days have past since the leaving of former Miami Dolphins head coach, Nick Saban. Recently Cam Cameron, former San Diego offensive coordinator, joined the Dolphins as their new head coach. With Cam Cameron arrives a new GM who hopes to bring the winning tradition back to Miami.

Miami’s new hire remains a mystery, Mat Thunder, with his very little experience at general manager position. Although Thunder worked under the Colts general manager last year which lead to a Super Bowl win, it’s remains uncertain as if Thunder can lead a team on his own to the Promised Land.

“In order to elevate this team to the playoffs, a great defense and stellar quarterback would be needed. I’ve been blessed enough to have the best defensive end in the league, Jason Taylor, and one of the top linebackers in the league in Zach Thomas. These guys have been loyal to the Dolphins organization for many years and for them to receive a chance to show their stuff in the playoffs seems like a given,†stated Thunder in a recent press conference.

“Cam [Cameron] has already stated he’ll work with the player’s talents when it comes to running the offense, all he [Cam Cameron] told me was to bring him good players with good attitudes.â€Â

With huge cap numbers, Thunder hopes to restructure a few contracts including Jason Taylor, Zach Thomas, Daunte Culpepper, and Chris Chambers. “Although these players are worth the money, I’m sure they will put the organization’s needs in front of money, if they wish not to restructure, it’s fine, but we’re hoping to improve the team and we can only do that with more money.â€Â

A dreary quarterback play the past 7 years have caused Miami to drop to the middle of the pack, falling behind 3 time Super Bowl Champions and division rivals, the New England Patriots. Miami went through three quarterbacks last year between Daunte Culpepper, Joey Harrington, and Cleo Lemon, which lead to Pro Bowl receiver Chris Chamber’s worst year since arriving in the NFL.

The offensive line hasn’t improved since the beginning of last year, although Thunder has went on to say he hopes to retain most starters that have shown their worthiness to keep chemistry within the offensive line.

“Many people don’t realize how important chemistry is, Marvin Harrison and Peyton Manning are the best quarterback/receiver combination in the NFL, because of the chemistry these possess because they’ve been together for so many years. If we hope to improve our offensive line, we can’t break them up every year. I’ll hope to improve the offensive line through the draft and free agency to an extent.â€Â

Although Miami has many problems within the roster, their defense remains one of the top in league with Defensive Player of the Year Jason Taylor and Pro Bowl linebacker Zach Thomas leading the way. With a few improvements in the secondary, this defense could be the best in the league. With a solid wide receiver group and an improving Ronnie Brown, who just had his first 1,000 yard season last year, things aren’t looking too dark in Miami.

“I know I’m a little unknown with this world, but I’ve watched the Dolphins since the Dan Marino era. I know the pride that the Dolphins fans possess and not to mention how much they want this team to win. Whether we’re in New York, California, London, or even in Miami, I hope to bring the winning attitude that the Dolphins have been wanting for year.â€Â

With Miami’s 6-10 season last year, things appear better than they look. With the number nine pick in this year’s NFL Draft, Thunder hopes to bring the winning tradition to Miami from September through February.

 

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Trades

Trades

-1-The Miami Dolphins send WR Derek Hagan and a 4th round pick (105th overall) to the Philadelphia Eagles for WR Reggie Brown and a 6th round pick (161st overall).

-2-The Miami Dolphins send a 1st round pick (9th overall) and QB Joey Harrington to the Houston Texans for a 1st round pick (8th overall).

-3-The Miami Dolphins send HB Ricky Williams to the Denver Broncos for HB Mike Bell and a 3rd round pick (87th overall).

-4-The Miami Dolphins send DE Kevin Carter to the Pittsburgh Steelers for CB Deshea Townsend.

-5-The Miami Dolphins send FS Renaldo Hill and two 6th round picks (161st and 167th overall) to the Buffalo Bills for DT Larry Tripplet.

-6-The Miami Dolphins send CB Andre Goodman and a 3rd round pick (71) to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for QB Bruce Gradkowski and a 2nd round pick (64).

-7-The Miami Dolphins send TE Randy McMichael and a 2nd round pick (40) to the New York Giants for TE Jeremy Shockey and a 2nd round pick (51).

-8-The Miami Dolphins send WR Marty Booker and CB Travis Daniels to the New England Patriots for CB Ellis Hobbs and a 4th round pick (124th overall).

-9-The Miami Dolphins send a 3rd round draft pick (87th overall) to the Atlanta Falcons for OLB Michael Boley.

-10-The Miami Dolphins send OL Seth McKinney to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for a 6th round draft pick (187th overall)

-11-The Miami Dolphins send DT Dan Wilkinson to the Indianapolis Colts for OT Marvel Smith.

-12-The Miami Dolphins send CB DeShea Townsend to the Kansas City Chiefs for OG John Welbourn and HB Michael Bennett.

-13-The Miami Dolphins send OG/OT LJ Shelton and a 6th round draft pick (187)to the Baltimore Ravens for a 4th round draft pick (110)

-14-The Miami Dolphins send a 2nd round draft pick (64) and a 4th round draft pick (110) to the New York Giants for two 3rd round draft picks (92,93), a 4th round draft pick (106), and a 7th round draft pick (206)

-15-The Miami Dolphins send HB Michael Bennett to the St Louis Rams for a 5th round draft pick (145)

-16- The Miami Dolphins send a 4th round draft pick (106) and a 7th round draft pick (201) to the San Francisco 49ers for a 4th round draft pick (101)

-17- The Miami Dolphins send a 4th round draft pick (124) to the Indianapolis Colts for WR David Givens.

-18- The Miami Dolphins send TE Jeremy Shockey to the Philadelphia Eagles for TE Dallas Clark and a 2nd round draft pick (61).

-19- The Miami Dolphins send WR David Givens and a 7th round pick (206) to the Buffalo Bills for a 4th round draft pick (105).

-20- The Miami Dolphins send a 1st round draft pick (8), 2nd round draft pick (61), and DT Manuel Wright (385K) to the St. Louis Rams for a 1st round draft pick (4), 4th round draft pick (122), and HB Michael Bennett (1.2 mil)

 

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Miami Dolphins Team Cuts

February 17th, 2007:

Vick, Marcus QB 360,000.00
Cobbs,Partrick RB 360,000.00
Anderson, Bernie OL 1,500,000.00
Massaquoi, Tim TE 360,000.00
Peelle, Justin TE 1,200,000.00
Davis, Chris WR 310,000.00
Kimble, Eric WR 360,000.00
James, Jeno OL 3,250,000.00
Stevenson, Dan OL 285,000.00
Page, Chase DE 285,000.00
Fifita, Steve DT 285,000.00
Maxwell, Jim LB 510,000.00
McCune, Robert LB 435,000.00
Hunt, Jack CB 285,000.00

Total Savings: $9,750,000.00

March 1st, 2007:

Mare, Olindo K 1,500,000.00
Prater, Matt K 285,000.00
Iwuchukwu, Bobby LB 285,000.00
Pope, Derrick LB 510,000.00
Gbaja-Biamila, Akbar DE 510,000.00
Sam, P.K. WR 360,000.00 ​

Total Savings: $3,450,000.00

March 8th, 2007:
LeJune, Norman S 360,000.00

Total Savings: 360,000.00

 

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Two Days Until Free Agency Begins
By JIM BLEDMAN, FHAP Sports Writer
March 2, 2007

MIAMI (FHAP) – Free Agency is only a few days away for the FHGML as many teams are doing a little bit of spring cleaning, although the weather doesn't show any signs of spring. The Miami Dolphins GM, Matt Thunder, has been at work like any other GM, making trades and cuts, readying himself for free agency and the draft.

Matt Thunder has brought together a new team, while keeping some of the major players from last year. Although the team is only half complete, Thunder looks to improve the team through free agency then grab a few kids in the draft through needs and by talent.

You won't be seeing Joey Harrington in a Dolphins uniform anymore, Joey was immediately sent to the Houston Texans as a way to trade up from the #9 pick to the #8 pick. Joey was well known as being a typical QB for Miami and another QB that has been struck by the infamous Dan Marino curse. Thunder brought in Tampa Bay quarterback, Bruce Gradkowski as a replacement and someone to compete with Culpepper.

Ricky Williams sent himself packing to Europe three years ago and the league sent him packing to Canada last year, this time Miami sent him packing to Denver. Williams was sent to Denver for Mike Bell and a 3rd round draft pick. While Thunder has the utmost respect for Williams as a player, his off field problems outweighed his talent. Thunder brought Bell who, as a rookie, carried the ball 157 times for 677 yards and 8 touchdowns. He is more than able to fulfill Williams shoes as Ronnie Brown's back up.

The receiving team received an overhaul, Miami sent away Marty Booker due to his cap, Derek Hagan, and Randy McMichael for his off field antics. Thunder brought in Philadelphia receiver, Reggie Brown to the team as well as New York tight end, Jeremy Shockey. Brown is a young player looking to rise to the top, as an Eagle he brought in 46 passes for 816 yards while hauling in 8 touchdowns. Putting Brown next to Chambers means the outcome should be golden. Cameron will mold Shockey into the next Antonio Gates.

"Shockey may have caused problems with the media in the past few years, but we felt that he'd be comfortable with a new situation in Miami. We're happy to have Shockey here and we're sure that, as a U of Miami alumni, he's just as happy," stated Thunder in a recent press conference.

Miami's offensive line seemed to be the source of all the problems last year, they never seemed to give enough time for the quarterbacks to make plays or the running backs to gain yards. After releasing many linemen including Jeno James and Bernie Anderson, Thunder brought in tackle Marvil Smith and guard John Welbourn. Thunder mentioned that Carey and Hadnot are the only expected returning starters. On the flip side, Miami's defensive line stayed the same, Miami had to let go of Kevin Carter due to cap reasons, leaving Roth as the projected starter next to Jason Taylor.

Miami brought in a few new faces in the linebacker and secondary as well. With Crowder and Zach Thomas filling two linebacker spots, Miami brought in linebacker Michael Boley from Atlanta. Boley, a two year veteran, turned a lot of heads the past two years, grappling 85 tackles, 3 sacks, and forcing a fumble. Boley also picked off two passes to add his to accomplishments. Also arriving at Miami from New England is cornerback Ellis Hobbs, who has made 88 tackles, 5 interceptions, and 13 pass defenses in his two year career. Hobbs started most of his career next to Asante Samuel and becomes a valuable asset to the Miami Dolphins.

Free agency has been speculated all over the country the past week, with rumors of various players going to different places. Miami's GM, Matt Thunder, spoke in a recent press conference on the matter.

"We're going to into free agency, bring in quality guys, while including the quantity in there too. We have 28 active players on our roster, with 9 draft picks, that means we have 37 players, meaning we should sign about 14 players or so. I'm not going to go into detail on who we hope to pursue, but whomever that is, we're going to make the best decision for the Miami Dolphins football team."

 

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2007-08 Miami Dolphins Depth Chart​

OFFENSE​

Quarterback
1. Daunte Culpepper *
2. Brady Quinn (r)
3. Bruce Gradkowski​

Halfback
1. Ronnie Brown *
2. Michael Bennet
3. Travis Minor​

Fullback
1. Darian Barnes *
2. Alvin Pearman​

Wide Receiver
1. Chris Chambers (Will line up at slot in 3 receiver sets) *
2. Reggie Brown *
3. Kevin Curtis
4. Jason Hill (r)
5. Malcom Floyd​

Tight End
1. Dallas Clark *
2. Scott Chandler (r)
3. Jason Radar​

Left Tackle
1. Marvil Smith *
2. Doug Free (r)​

Left Guard
1. Adam Timmerman *
2. Marshall Yanda (r)​

Center
1. Rex Hadnot *
2. Chucky Okobi​

Right Guard
1. John Welbourn *
2. Joe Toledo​

Right Tackle
1. Vernon Carey *
2. Anthony Alabi​

DEFENSE​

Left End
1. Matt Roth (3-4 LE) *
2. Kenyon Coleman​

Defensive Tackle
1. Amobi Okoye (3-4 NT) * (r)
2. Larry Tripplett (3-4 RE) *
3. Kendrick Clancy
4. Rodrique Wright​

Right End
1. Jason Taylor (3-4 ROLB) *
2. Xzavie Jackson (r)​

Left Outside Linebacker
1. Michael Boley *
2. Shantee Orr
3. Chad Nkang (r)​

Middle Linebacker
1. Zach Thomas *
2. Isiah Kacyvenski​

Right Outside Linebacker
1. Channing Crowder (3-4 MLB) *
2. Jamie Sharper
3. Chad Nkang (r)​

Cornerback
1. Jason Allen *
2. Ellis Hobbs *
3. Philip Buchanon
4. Tarrell Brown (r)
5. Keiwan Ratliff​

Free Safety
1. Terrence Holt *
2. Glen Earl​

Strong Safety
1. Yeremiah Bell *
2. Omar Stoutmire​

SPECIAL TEAMS​

Kicker
1. Josh Scobee​

Punter
1. Donnie Jones​

Long Snapper
1. Justin Snow​

Kick Returner
1. Ellis Hobbs *
2. Jason Hill
3. Philip Buchanon​

Punt Returner
1. Ellis Hobbs *
2. Jason Hill
3. Philip Buchanon​

*denotes starter
denotes returning starter
(r) denotes rookie player​