I don't know if he was "discarded" by two teams. The Bears traded him in the deal for Jay Cutler and the Broncos are trading him because they are bad and have a first round quarterback that they need to make a decision on. The Dolphins aren't a team that needs all world quarterback play to win games, just a guy that is average to above average and they can really make some noise.
Well said bflat.... It's been said by more than one media person that they think the Broncos should actually hold onto Orton as he is still the superior QB compared to Tebow. The guy hasn't been dumped by either team... The Bears took a shot at a system QB in Cutler and Tebow starting reeked of owner politics towards the end of last year.... Not to mention Orton is only 28 years old, going to be 29 in November, while Henne is already 26 and many here think he's already peaked.
I'm a Henne supporter and think last season was more a product of Hennings play calling than anything else.... Anyone can suck if they're not put in a position to succeed... look at Brady last playoffs against the Jets... guy is an all world talent but if the game plan is bad you're not going to win. But why not take a shot as bringing in a guy who has been successful recently on a team with a horrendous defense..... I still don't see how its a bad move for a 3rd round pick.