March 14, 200620 yr His attitude or not... You have to go after him! Daute, TO, Champers, Randy, Ronnie? COMMMME ONN NO question you go after him!
March 14, 200620 yr I agree with Fish4Life. This is too good to pass up on. 1 year deal you know TO is going to be playing his best season ever trying to earn a nice big contract. You have to take a chance. Perfect QB to throw those long bombs to. Also opens up CC's half of the field even more. Phins saved alot of money not signing Brokearm Brees.
March 15, 200620 yr Sean Salisbury's take: Advantage Miami The signing of Culpepper could shift the balance of power in the AFC East. Even though I still believe it's premature to say Culpepper will be ready by the start of training camp, I know this is an absolute steal for the Miami Dolphins and a great present for offensive coordinator Mike Mularkey. Culpepper is a proven talent in the NFL and brings an explosiveness to the quarterback position that hasn't been seen in Miami since the retirement of Dan Marino. His signing is a direct shot across the bow of the New England Patriots, as the Dolphins now have an offense that can score consistently after years of being a one-dimensional team. The Dolphins were competitive last season in the AFC East, but the offense wasn't good enough to win games, and they fell short. That was because they didn't have a quarterback they could rely upon to make plays. That's not the case anymore, and now the Dolphins have the talent on both sides of the ball to overtake the Patriots. It's amazing to me that the situation in Minnesota got to the point where Culpepper could be had for a mere second-round pick. Last season he would've gotten the Vikings a first-round pick and probably more, but due to his injury and the situation between him and the organization deteriorating so much, the Dolphins were able to get him on the cheap. I don't believe Culpepper's feelings toward the Vikings are indicative of an athlete who is a whiner. He felt the Vikings handled him poorly and didn't feel they were up front and honest with him, so he acted out. It may not have been the most professional way to deal with things, but I don't believe he'll do the same thing in Miami. In a way, going to Miami is the perfect move for him because they have explosive players, a great ownership and is an organization that treats its players like family. It's also perfect because Culpepper is from Florida, went to school at Central Florida and also trains there. He's going to be very comfortable in Miami, and that's going to translate on the field. As controversial as it may sound, the Dolphins' next step should be to sign wide receiver Terrell Owens. A lineup with Owens and Chris Chambers at receiver, Randy McMichael at tight end, Ronnie Brown at running back and Culpepper at quarterback would be extraordinarily difficult to defend. They would have the type of offensive balance that wins championships, especially when it's coupled with the Dolphins' typically stout defense. Coach Mularkey is an innovative coordinator, and I'm sure he would salivate at the opportunity to coach that type of talent. He's going to craft a gameplan that takes full advantage of the Dolphins' talent with or without Owens, but I'm sure he would kill for the chance to throw Owens into that mix. Owens would fit in well with the Dolphins, because coach Nick Saban is not going to take the crap that other coaches have allowed Owens in the past few seasons. We wouldn't hear Owens spouting off in interviews, because Saban firmly believes in team chemistry and isn't going to let anyone believe for very long that he is more special than any other player. Saban is going to nip any problems in the bud and won't let them linger. Also, Miami would be a perfect place for Owens because it is such a veteran-laden team with an already established leadership in place that knows how to handle fellow players. These players work hard throughout the season, and Owens wouldn't be able to say he outworks everyone else and that's why he should be able to say what he wants. He would have no excuses and might get back to just playing football and keeping his mouth shut.
March 15, 200620 yr just read that on finsheaven. Totally amazing write up he did. I really am not a big TO fan but that turned my opinion to the point that I wouldnt mind TO here.
March 16, 200620 yr Star receivers available? Saban not interested By Harvey Fialkov South Florida Sun-Sentinel Posted March 16 2006 DAVIE ? With his franchise quarterback safely tucked away, Dolphins coach Nick Saban has no plans to bring in outspoken Pro Bowl wide receivers Terrell Owens and Keyshawn Johnson. "I think we have two really good receivers. We have Chris Chambers, who went to the Pro Bowl, and Marty Booker, one of the leaders in yards per catch," Saban said. "If we could find someone who would complement those guys, that would certainly be something that would be a secondary priority on offense if we had the opportunity to do it." LocalLinks The Dolphins have already lost backup receiver Bryan Gilmore to the 49ers, and they brought in former Patriots receiver David Givens before his price tag proved too steep. Owens and Johnson were released by the Eagles and Cowboys, respectively, this week to avoid paying roster bonuses. Owens, a five-time Pro Bowl selection, has left a trail of dissension behind in his last two stops in Philadelphia and San Francisco. "I'm not trying to be the highest-paid wide receiver. I'm not trying to be the second highest-paid wide receiver," Johnson said during an interview on Sirius NFL radio Wednesday. "I just want to be compensated fairly for the abilities I display on the football field. Be it San Diego, San Francisco, Kansas City, Seattle, Carolina, Miami, Minnesota, Dallas again, I don't really care. "I just want to be appreciated for what I do on the field and, you know, if you want to pay me $2 million, I'll give you $2 million worth of work. I'll play 30 plays a game for you." Saban has repeatedly expressed his disdain for selfish players, so Owens and Johnson don't seem to fit his bill. Dolphins defensive end Jason Taylor has gone on record several times as being opposed to having Owens as a teammate. Johnson's agent Jerome Stanley said he has not heard from the Dolphins and doesn't plan on calling them. "I'm not calling anyone," Stanley said. "Wherever Keyshawn plays, he's a good fit. ... [The Dolphins are] a great organization, great team and have a great quarterback. He really hasn't gotten into [naming] his teams." Johnson, who turns 34 in July, led the Cowboys with 71 catches last season for 839 yards and six touchdowns. Carter frees cap space Dolphins defensive end Kevin Carter agreed to take half of his $3 million roster bonus that was due Wednesday and convert it into a signing bonus so the team could create $1.25 million of salary-cap room, according to his agent Harold Lewis. The balance was prorated over the final four years of his contract. Lewis, who also represents Dolphins defensive end David Bowens, 28, said he expected Bowens to receive his $750,000 roster bonus. Bowens' base for the 2006 season, the final year of his contract, is also $750,000. ... Backup tailback Travis Minor, also a solid special teams contributor, signed a one-year deal with the Dolphins. He was fifth on the team with seven special teams tackles. McDougle now a Jaguar Former Dolphins offensive tackle Stockar McDougle, a Deerfield Beach High alumnus, found a new home in Jacksonville after signing a two-year deal with the Jaguars. ... Free-agent center Seth McKinney, who started the first 13 games last season before being replaced by Rex Hadnot, visited with the Saints. Buffalo center Trey Teague is a potential free-agent target for the Dolphins. No word on Williams Saban said there has been no change in the status of Dolphins running back Ricky Williams. Williams is awaiting the results of his appeal of a fourth failed drug test and a potential one-year suspension. "Nothing has changed," Saban said. "There is no new information." The league doesn't release information about violations of the substance-abuse policy until a fine or suspension is given. Staff Writer Alex Marvez contributed to this report. http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/footbal...-dolphins-front
March 16, 200620 yr BS. Smokescreen. Saban clearly says he doesnt talk about Free Agents to the media.
March 16, 200620 yr As funny as it would be to see TO throw fits when Saban makes pointed comments about him in practice, I have to be rooting for him to go to Dallas. Tearing apart the Eagles and Cowboys from within, I think the Maras are paying this guy to destroy the NFC East competition.
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