Some Football to yap about instead of Iraq

Fritz · 03-17-2003, 09:18 AM

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Signing Griese would be a bad, bad move
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The Dolphins seem determined to sign Brian Griese.

Bad move.

And that comes from someone who seldom assails the personnel decisions of a team that always finishes in the black if not the Super Bowl running.

This is different. The Dolphins already carry enough emotional baggage after blowing their last season in a final horrific 4:59 at Foxboro, Mass.

Why risk even more of a schism in the locker room and the stands by signing a quarterback who would face the pressure of following Super Dad?

Dave Wannstedt and personnel guru Rick Spielman see Griese as a backup to Jay Fiedler. If starting gave him problems, which it did before the Broncos gave up on him and signed the questionable Jake Plummer, Griese appears even less likely to find fulfillment as a backup.

The Dolphins need upbeat and outspoken leaders. They do not need more internal stress in a squad that has become notorious for anticipating the worst happenings at the worst time.

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They must find a way to keep from ''freezing,'' Jason Taylor's word for what happened to the Dolphins at Foxboro. It wasn't the weather. For the Dolphins, it was second nature.

They are aching for a spark-maker to pair up with Taylor. They can't expect a lot in a draft in which they hold only a No. 2, 3, 5 and 6.

As fine a player as he is, Zach Thomas has said he has too much to think about at middle linebacker to try to lead, too. Somebody else has to do it. Clearly, that somebody is still out there.

The Dolphins have to finish, and Griese hasn't been a finisher. In the fourth quarter and/or overtime of their last three shattering road defeats to the Bills, Vikings and Patriots, the Dolphins never scored a touchdown. They were outscored 31-6.

With due respect for a greatly achieving father and a son who can yet make it somewhere, Brian Griese is not the answer.

sachmo71 · 03-17-2003, 09:38 AM

I hold the belief that Griese still has something. I don't know if Miami is the team for him, but he could contribute if he can stay healthy.

Taur · 03-17-2003, 09:44 AM

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Originally posted by Fritz
Why risk even more of a schism in the locker room and the stands by signing a quarterback who would face the pressure of following Super Dad?

LOL I think this would be a step down than trying to fill the shoes of John Elway(SuperGod)

The Dolphins have been very quiet this offseason for FA quarterbacks. I was hoping Kordell Stewart would make a trip down there, but no invitation was extended. Actually I have not heard of a single QB to visit Miami. This is very strange considering this is the team that had retired anouncer Troy Aikman warming up in the bullpen for a couple of weeks.

I think it is already a done deal; right down to the contract myself. Look for JR to be starting next year for the fins.

CAsterling · 03-17-2003, 01:45 PM

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Originally posted by Taur
The Dolphins have been very quiet this offseason for FA quarterbacks. I was hoping Kordell Stewart would make a trip down there, but no invitation was extended.

That has to be one of the strangest hopes I've ever heard - I was hoping never to hear Kordell's name again.
Although look on the bright side it could be worse, the Redskins signed Rob Johnson and took him off the market - whilst I don't support them I'm still trying to work out why they would want him over Shane Matthews

Ksyrup · 03-17-2003, 01:56 PM

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Originally posted by CAsterling
Although look on the bright side it could be worse, the Redskins signed Rob Johnson and took him off the market - whilst I don't support them I'm still trying to work out why they would want him over Shane Matthews

Because of his quick rele....I can't finish it, I'm laughing too hard!

CAsterling · 03-17-2003, 04:14 PM

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Originally posted by Ksyrup
Because of his quick rele....I can't finish it, I'm laughing too hard!

Thanks now I can't stop laughing.....personally I think Snyder thought he was signing Brad johnson and is currently kicking himself for signing the wrong player.

cartman · 03-17-2003, 04:34 PM

Not to thread hijack, but is there truth to the rumor that the Dolphins after signing Griese, will sign the soon-to-be available Uday Hussain to be their QB coach???? I heard his motivational techniques for athletes is legendary.

(ducking and running for cover)

CAsterling · 03-17-2003, 04:38 PM

Great, now you started me laughing again, and I only just managed to get myself under control from Ksyrup's comment

03-17-2003, 04:34 PM	#7
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	Not to thread hijack, but is there truth to the rumor that the Dolphins after signing Griese, will sign the soon-to-be available Uday Hussain to be their QB coach???? I heard his motivational techniques for athletes is legendary. (ducking and running for cover) __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint Last edited by cartman : 03-17-2003 at 04:35 PM.

03-17-2003, 04:38 PM	#8
CAsterling High School JV Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Herndon, Va	Great, now you started me laughing again, and I only just managed to get myself under control from Ksyrup's comment __________________ The funniest comedy duo I have ever seen - www.magaga.com/

03-17-2003, 09:38 AM	#2
sachmo71 The boy who cried Trout Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: TX	I hold the belief that Griese still has something. I don't know if Miami is the team for him, but he could contribute if he can stay healthy.

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