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http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap30...ing-all-the-right-moves-in-inspired-offseason
"Yes, after seven long years, it seems Ross might finally be finding his groove. The man is taking, for lack of a better word, ownership of his team -- and it no longer feels nearly as awkward, clumsy or uninformed as it once did. Most importantly, he is injecting himself at appropriate times before delegating authority to the right people.
Quite frankly, in the wake of the Tannehill extension, the Dolphins might be rivaled only by the Jets in terms of the amount of change-for-the-better energy that exists since last season's end -- and Miami did this despite retaining Joe Philbin even when his departure could have been more justified than Rex Ryan leaving Gang Green.
Think about it: The Dolphins got rid of wide receiver Mike Wallace, who cost (and quit) too much. They landed Ndamukong Suh, arguably the most coveted defensive free agent since Reggie White hit the open market in 1993. They extended Mike Pouncey, one of the best centers in football. They stole wide receiver Kenny Stills and tight end Jordan Cameron. And with their 14th overall pick, they managed to draft DeVante Parker, who could be the best selection -- in terms of value and need -- that Miami has made in decades.
Oh, right: Then they locked up a franchise quarterback with a deal that pays him for success, all just a year removed from signing the best left tackle on the free-agent market (Branden Albert) and drafting two rising studs (Ja'Wuan James and Jarvis Landry).
Look, it's not hard to call this anything less than a massive surprise, especially after the horror stories that came from people who described the hiring search for a general manager to replace Jeff Ireland. Ross might've actually fumbled his way into Dennis Hickey, whose logical and calming approach has been an unexpected breath of fresh air."
"Yes, after seven long years, it seems Ross might finally be finding his groove. The man is taking, for lack of a better word, ownership of his team -- and it no longer feels nearly as awkward, clumsy or uninformed as it once did. Most importantly, he is injecting himself at appropriate times before delegating authority to the right people.
Quite frankly, in the wake of the Tannehill extension, the Dolphins might be rivaled only by the Jets in terms of the amount of change-for-the-better energy that exists since last season's end -- and Miami did this despite retaining Joe Philbin even when his departure could have been more justified than Rex Ryan leaving Gang Green.
Think about it: The Dolphins got rid of wide receiver Mike Wallace, who cost (and quit) too much. They landed Ndamukong Suh, arguably the most coveted defensive free agent since Reggie White hit the open market in 1993. They extended Mike Pouncey, one of the best centers in football. They stole wide receiver Kenny Stills and tight end Jordan Cameron. And with their 14th overall pick, they managed to draft DeVante Parker, who could be the best selection -- in terms of value and need -- that Miami has made in decades.
Oh, right: Then they locked up a franchise quarterback with a deal that pays him for success, all just a year removed from signing the best left tackle on the free-agent market (Branden Albert) and drafting two rising studs (Ja'Wuan James and Jarvis Landry).
Look, it's not hard to call this anything less than a massive surprise, especially after the horror stories that came from people who described the hiring search for a general manager to replace Jeff Ireland. Ross might've actually fumbled his way into Dennis Hickey, whose logical and calming approach has been an unexpected breath of fresh air."
