Hope you all enjoy celebrating our country’s Independence Day, July 4th. We live in the USA, the best country in the world! (Sorry Toba and UK!) We should always be thankful we’re here. I know politics divides us sometimes, and things aren’t always the way all of us like it, but there’s no other country I’d rather be in. As far as our football, well that’s a different story altogether. We’re in a rebuild, we’re not in a rebuild, we’re in a soft rebuild, we’re going for it, whatever you call this, I think we’re doing a pretty awful job of it, more specifically, GM Chris Grier and Mike McDaniel. They had me fooled for a bit that they were going to be frugal and not waste future money or draft capital and then they trade for a TE who quit on his team (Do you see a theme and a problem with this?) in TE Darren Waller who decided blocking was too hard and his love for the game was gone while playing for the NY Giants. Not only did we give up a 6th RD pick but we’re also paying him $5M.
Hey, did I mention we traded Jonnu Smith? Yeah, the guy that made the 2024 season somewhat palatable because he was one of our best players, setting a record for receptions for a Miami Dolphins TE. I’ll also remind you, most of those receptions were within the 0-10 yard varieties and his run after catch ability was on display quite a bit last season, 88 catches, 884 yards, 8 TD’s. I wish I could show you all of them, because so many were practically handoffs and screens, and Jonnu did most of the work. Well, it doesn’t matter, we didn’t want to pay him, we’d rather pay guys who are already gone, give raises to guys who didn’t deserve them like Jalen Ramsey and Tyreek Hill who also quit on this team. 7 months after giving Ramsey an extension and pay raise, both he and Jalen Ramsey decide it would be better that they part ways. Wonderful! Maybe you should have thought of that before screwing up our cap and sending money to guys who you shouldn’t have and having it available to the ones who you should pay!
So we trade the malcontent Jalen Ramsey and our best TE to the Pittsburgh Steelers, and what do we get back in return? Minkah Fitzpatrick!!! Yes, the guy who couldn’t stand being here because he wasn’t being used the way he wanted to be. I think what bothers me the most about all of this, is a lot of you welcome back Minkah Fitzpatrick with open arms. I will NEVER!!! He will always be MFFF, you know what that means! Another player that QUIT on us, needed to have his way! I can’t root for him, won’t do it. I also cant tell you how angry I am that we traded for Darren Waller. Every year we hear how talented and athletic Tanner Conner is and how well he knows the offense. We hear how Julian Hill is the strongest guy on the team pound for pound and how dedicated he is to becoming a better player. Why Darren Waller? Why??? He hasn’t been relevant since 2020. Grier can never stop wasting picks and money and if you can’t see how badly he needs to be fired, get your fucking eyes checked! I know a guy!
You guys were all over the fact that we drafted Dante Trader and last year we drafted Patrick McMorris and how they might be the safeties for this team. You also really liked Ashtyn Davis and Ifeatu Melifonwu. Now, you love the quitter who is on his way down in his career and one of the best organizations in the NFL, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and you know I’m not wrong about them, decided that Minkah was expendable. THAT, tells you something! Well, go ahead and root for the misfits and miscreants Grier brings in here for us, I pray this is his last season, McCupcake as well. It doesn’t matter to me that we’ve been changing regimes for the last 25 years and that certainly contributes to the fact this team hasn’t won a playoff game during that time period, but Grier and McCupcake are not the answer, so rinse and repeat, let’s try it again after we fail to do so again in 2025. If somehow, miraculaously we do win a playoff, well, that will mean I’m wrong and it won’t be the first time that has happened, but if I were you, I wouldn’t bet on this one!
GO DOLPHINS!!!
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Does that pussy QB throw fits like that when he screws up?
Mike just got a woody🤣
https://athlonsports.com/nfl/miami-dolphins/wild-trade-idea-swaps-superstars-with-49ers
I don’t know where these goobers come up with these trade scenarios.
I usually don’t click on them, not sure why I did this one
He has a long way to go on the depth chart to achieve this. I would have named Kenneth Grant or Jonah before Trader.
One rookie from every NFL team who could surprise in 2025
Miami Dolphins: S Dante Trader Jr.
When looking at the Miami Dolphins’ 2025 rookie class, several players have opportunities to make an immediate impact, including safety Dante Trader Jr. A two-sport athlete at Maryland, where he played both football and lacrosse, Trader’s athleticism extends beyond the metrics that may have pushed him into a Day 3 selection. His versatility as a safety, able to play deep or step into the box as a nickel, fits well with defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver’s scheme. At times, Weaver could deploy three safeties on the field, and Trader’s work ethic, leadership, and football IQ make him a strong contender for instant snaps. Although Miami’s safety room recently welcomed back Minkah Fitzpatrick, the Dolphins still need to evaluate a group where multiple players could claim the second and third spots on the depth chart.
Trader also brings value as a special teams contributor, having started in multiple roles during his college career. He comes with a glowing endorsement from Maryland head coach Mike Locksley, who said in June on the Dolphins’ Drive Time podcast with Travis Wingfield, “There’s no doubt about Dante and his aptitude and football intelligence. He was a guy that, if you can teach it, then you can execute it. And he’s one of those players I see all the time grabbing the young safeties and corners, imparting the wisdom he gained, not just from his successes, but also from his failures as a young player.” – Jason Sarney, Dolphins Wire
Cool, let’s all hope he blossoms into a full time starter and then maybe probowl level type of guy.
Grant and Savaiinaea are expected to start and play a lot, thats no surprise
Krishna
says:
July 11, 2025 at 9:47 am
That’s one perspective AND point of view and a huge LEAP of judging “leadership” qualities….but OK….lol.
I think sometimes leaders need to display a little fire and set expectations strongly. I have seen excellent leaders throughout decades get there point across when a little fire in their tone.
There was nothing over the top here…lol.
Krishna, I’ll reply that IMO it’s a huge LEAP to judge a child like temper tantrum and cussing at your coach as “leadership” No, it wasn’t over the top, but it was “out of control” and not professional. Passion for your job is great. Acting a fool not so much.
BBM,
I like Grant’s potential, but I think he may take awhile to show what he can do. Interior DL guys usually take a bit to get used to playing with grown men trying to kick their asses. So, I think Trader probably has a better chance to shine a little out of the gate. Safety can be a pretty cerebral position, but Weaver’s defense may alleviate that a bit urgency how he deploys safeties.
It will be fun watching our young guys develop….hopefully. Lol
I can see that. I was thinking the DL and OL will be thrust into starting and have a better opportunity to shine. Through, if Trader wins the # Safety spot, he will have that opportunity to shine also.
if that happens we’ll have trouble on D
If I think back on how Marino handled stuff, I remember him getting in guys’ faces directly and telling him what he thought. That’s completely different than just yelling into the air about something or going to the bench, sitting by yourself and still talking. Why isn’t he over with the OL yelling at them directly if that’s how he feels? Did he? Marino went out of his way not to embarrass his OL most of the time. I get that we saw him yelling at them during a game, but it never felt like just bitching and moaning. Plus just be me.
In the end, it’s not a big deal. The kid is a very good QB when he’s healthy. Leadership can take lots of forms. In relation to Tua, I don’t think it means much of anything. I don’t think Tua is that sort of guy. A leader who tries to be something he’s not is completely evident to the players. Fake tantrums don’t work. Tua needs to just be himself. I don’t slight him as a leader because he doesn’t yell a lot.
Exactly. I feel it is just haters trying to “build a case” against Tua. I have seen Tua call out his WR’s and linemen during the game, but more as “let’s get on the same page, you should have done x,y,z”
“Look at Job Burrow, he’s a leader and Tua is not” BS
Once again twisting up my comments and words about “expectations” v your narrative on leadership. Typical of you to read into something that wasn’t said.
You brought up leadership and somehow hating Tua…lol.
My thoughts were about expectations and how “soft” we seem to be from top, down. That’s why I followed up with “hmmm”
My only contention about leadership is that you don’t have to be perfectly in control with your emotions to be a good leader. This is a completely different topic…lol….Brady, Mahomes, Shula, Popovich, Jordan, etc…the list is endless, (all leaders) have all been seen “going off”
Pre Training Camp Mock Draft (no trades)
13. Jermod McCoy CB Tennessee
45. Austin Barber OT Florida
77. Eric Singleton Jr. WR Auburn
81. Jack Endries TE Texas
110. Aaron Graves DT Iowa
142. Mikail Kamara EDGE Indiana
206. Haynes King QB Georgia Tech
How much dead cap money would Jim Brown carry for us?
The former Browns player (fullback) or the Cowboys OT?
the former passed away at 87 YO 2 yeas ago…
Depends on if we go by today’s #’s or 1965 #’s.
Crazy he retired when still leading the league in just about everything running the football.
We need to draft an OT next year to keep adding to the OL. We only have Jackson, PP and Teddi Kushi under contract next year at that position.
Next draft is really solid at the OT position. Some sites have up to 8 OT’s in their 2025 top 50 preseason draft ranking. We should be able to land a good OT prospects in the first 3 rounds.
FCS guys never show up in the preseason rankings either. There will be a few more to add to the list.
and do what with him?
are we grooming him to replace Jackson
will he just be a backup
what’s the goal?
What do you mean “do what with him”?
What do we do with any player we draft?
You draft players hoping they can become starters. You groom them to achieve that. Meanwhile, they are a backup.
We have 2 good starting OTs, why draft a 3rd to sit on the bench?
unless you have a plan for him, why draft an OT
what’s the plan?
BBM bored at work looking at draft stuff prior to start of TC.
Randy, maybe the new OL will provide more push in the run game. We haven’t seen this group of guys yet.
Looking at the 2026 roster, our top needs are:
CB: Kohou and Isaiah Johnson are FA again.
TE: Conyers is the only TE under contract.
OT: Again, only Jackson, PP and Kushi under contract.
In 2026, Tyreek and Chubb account for over 83m in cap. IMO, both are gone and that creates a need at edge with Phillips also being gone.
Possibly another need at WR to fill void left by Hill. Though, we will still have Waddle, Malik and NWI. We will have to see what Tahj has and a bunch of young pups in TC in Armstrong, Wease, Baldwin and Henning.
If Tua gets hurt again, QB will also be a need.
OMG…
You’re right Steve, Jackson will never get hurt again and neither will PP.
Last I looked, teams carry about 4 OT’s on their 53.
just asking what the plan is, if its depth, so be it
when you have 2 good starting tackles it isn’t exactly a need
why is that such a difficult question?
True leadership comes in all shapes and sizes, and it’s contingent upon who or what they are trying to lead. True followers come in all shapes and sizes as well, with many different personality types to manage/lead.
As a Star Trek geek (yes, I can like BOTH Star Wars and Star Trek! LOL), I love the debates over who was the best: Captain Kirk, Captain Picard, Captain Sisko, Captain Janeway, etc..
Truth is, they were ALL stellar A+ captains (Picard was my favorite)… and they each led their crews with a different style.
I can see the passion in Joe Burrow, trying to light a fire under his teammates without being confrontational about it. I could see the FIRE in Dan Marino and Philip Rivers, demanding accountability from their teammates to their faces. I can see the very cool and collected Tua with nerves of steel, assuring his teammates that it’s not time to panic under the pressure of any momentary situation.
For me, it’s a joy to see the so many different styles of true leadership at play… and I equally love it when I see someone who thinks they are some kind of leader lose the locker room, work force, team, etc, and fall flat on their face (ie: Urban Meyer as HC of the Jags) because they are NOT a leader… they are punks.
And if I may clarify about Joe Burrow, I’m not seeing a passive guy who is afraid to confront his teammates. I see someone who is trying to lead by example and set the bar higher for his teammates.
IMO and experiences, that is one of the most powerful leadership types out there… one who leads by example. Burrow is going to be just fine as a leader, IMO.
Excellent post about leadership, imo.
Rock – keyword was “dead”. Browns Jim Brown
One FCS guy to keep an eye on is Trey Lance’s brother a WR at NDSU. Bryce Lance, 6’3, 205, runs in the mid 4.4’s. Incase none of the rookies we have on the roster now bite.
If we don’t take a QB early or in the mid rounds, I would take a look at Jaden Craig from Harvard (if he enters the draft). He’s someone who could compete with Ewers if we stick with Tua. He has good size, strong arm and can make every throw. Kid can throw some darts.
My first guess is he stays in college but hits the transfer portal to a bigger school for his senior year. Anyway, a kid to keep an eye on.
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So even though overthecap says Miami has $2.8 M in space, NFL players union says Miami has $14 M in space, so that’s a relief. Overthecap has Ramsey’s dead cap hit at $14 million, much higher than it needs to be.
BBM,
I do believe we’re going to be drafting a QB early next season, regardless of how ’25 unfolds for us.
Keep your eyes on LaNorris Sellers, South Carolina. I believe he could declare for the ’26 Draft, but I’m not certain about that…
I have watched Sellers. I am not quite sold on him yet as a passer. He’s a big kid who can run and make things happen. Right now, he is another “Milroe” for me and that’s not a knock. He needs to be better at reading the defense and his progressions. He’s got talent but needs to sit and learn behind a vet starter. Just my 2 cents. If he was there in the 3rd round, I probably wouldn’t hesitate. This season could change my mind.
I absolutely agree with ya there, and all accounts. But if Sellers shows tangible growth in reading defenses and with his progressions this season, he’s going to become a very hot name very quickly.
Looking forward to seeing if Sellers can take that next step!
He’s already a hot name. Every site has him going in the 1st round before Allar and many going before Nussmeier.
M, this next draft is looking very nice at OT and VERY interesting at QB. I mean there are good QB prospects to be found every round.
Arch Manning (maybe), Cade Klubnik, Garrett Nussmeier, LaNorris Sellers, Drew Alllar, Fernando Mendoza, Nico Iamaleava, Sam Leavitt, Carson Beck, John Mateer, Aidan Chiles, Taylen Green, Luke Altmyer, Miller Moss, Haynes King, Conner Weigman, Avery Johnson and a couple others.
Ramsey is a schmuck
so the reason he had a problem in Miami will still exist in Pitt apparently
https://steelersdepot.com/2025/07/nfl-insider-outlines-what-caused-friction-between-jalen-ramsey-and-dolphins/
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Ndamukong Suh has announced he is retiring after 13 seasons
Good video by Ryder
5 of our CB’s on the roster worked in this system last year under Weaver.
who can step up and cover the #1 WR?
does it really matter?
our opponents double Hill/Waddle alot, why can’t we double the #1?
Sure it may open up the run game, that’s why Grant/Sieler are so important to the success of our D
plenty of talk about DTs taking some time to get acclimated, but there have been several 1st rd picks that have hit the ground running, Grant will need to also
I suppose Weaver’s magic will come into play, when he changes things up throughout each game
NE, Pitt, Buffalo, KC, Baltimore… their next man up steps up year after year, we need ours to step up. CBs
Our defense starts up front. Pressure the QB off his spot followed by mixing up coverages. A really important element is tackling. When you play a lot of shell coverages the idea is to prevent big plays and keep everything in front of you. Gotta wrap them up.
bailbondmike
says:
July 11, 2025 at 9:26 pm
M, this next draft is looking very nice at OT and VERY interesting at QB. I mean there are good QB prospects to be found every round.
Arch Manning (maybe), Cade Klubnik, Garrett Nussmeier, LaNorris Sellers, Drew Alllar, Fernando Mendoza, Nico Iamaleava, Sam Leavitt, Carson Beck, John Mateer, Aidan Chiles, Taylen Green, Luke Altmyer, Miller Moss, Haynes King, Conner Weigman, Avery Johnson and a couple others.
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No doubt! And you’ve already got me hooked on CB Jermod McCoy! LOL 😀
Yes, the Draft class of ’26 already looks substantially better than that of ’25 at this time. I recall pundits at this time last year saying that the ’25 Draft class didn’t look like it was shaping up to be a very good one overall… and I think they were right about that when it was all said and done.
Looking forward to seeing next year’s Draft prospects in action this year. It’s just around the corner now!
bailbondmike
says:
July 11, 2025 at 9:00 pm
He’s already a hot name. Every site has him going in the 1st round before Allar and many going before Nussmeier.
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I honestly had no idea Sellers was already THAT a hot name until I checked Tankathon earlier this morning after reading your message above. YUP, they have him going R1P8 to the Colts… and Jermod McCoy to US @ R1P11!!!
I don’t usually look at mock drafts until late summer/early fall. As per usual, you are already on it, my guy! Cheers!
I saw that also.
I have to say talking about next year’s draft when TC is going to start soon very humorous. 😉
It’s always in the back of my mind when I post something about it, picturing you rolling your eyes. LOL
😂
It’s more about looking forward to this college season. I love watching college football. Following/checking out players for the next draft just fuels BBM’s obsession.
Tim, that video Ryder did on the secondary made me change how I feel about our CB room a little for the better. We have 5 CB’s who were in Weaver’s system last year on the roster. Even during OTA’s with the new safeties they talked about how good the communication was back there.
M, college football kicks off in 6 weeks with 10 games (FBS and FCS). Then a full slate of games in 7 weeks.
The kickoff game is Kansas State vs Iowa State in Dublin, Ireland. Kansas State is led by QB Avery Johnson who is an elite runner and so fun to watch.
The first full weekend has 4 huge matchups.
Texas at Ohio State
Alabama at FSU
LSU at Clemson (Garrett Nussmeier vs Cade Klubnik)
Notre Dame at The “U”
Also, that Monday night is the premier of UNC/Belichick (and his GF) at home vs TCU.
I don’t get these articles that talk about the Fins after the trade, as if it came out of the blue
they talk about us being doomed now that schmucko is gone
we always knew Ramsey wouldn’t be playing for us this year, Jonnu we weren’t sure
Ramsey for a 4th was the best we could’ve hoped for, not helping 2025s team, so for 2025 the trade was Jonnu for Minkah, which we win that trade all day
I need to get something off my chest, being I’ve known some/ a lot of you for a very long time and I feel I can confide in y’all.
There’s a music artist who I reached out to maybe 6 months ago. He’s trying to rejuvenate his music career at 47 years old, his mother had passed away a year prior, he was two years removed from a heart attack, and he has a precious kid with severe autism needing constant care. He even set up a foundation for diabetes — which he had — in order to spread awareness and help for those who have it.
As I understand, the medication he was taking for his heart (post-heart attack) was giving him suicidal tendencies… he had stopped taking the meds for that very reason, but his health regressed by NOT taking the meds. He got back on them and he got suicidal again… that’s when I reached out to him… about 6 months ago when he started getting weird again. I offered to produce a track for his new album — if he so desired — to help him regain focus on the beautiful music, and to be a true friend.
Yesterday, I found out that he had taken his life this past 4th of July. Single gunshot wound to his head while in a swimming pool in Atlanta via his Beretta. That very seriously hurt me to my very soul when I saw that yesterday, guys.
Why am I sharing this? Because if you know ANYBODY who is going through some serious shit in life, PLEASE reach out to them. I tried, but I was a literal stranger to him and he may not have even read my reach-out to him as he was likely already in the throws of suicidal thought. Family and friends are the very first wave of defense for one who is suicidal, so ALWAYS check and be there for your family and friends. Suicide is NOT the answer.
His name was Rufus Cooper III, aka Young Noble. RIP, Rufus… 😥
Here’s one of his last songs, from 2023. Even if ya can’t stand rap (believe me, I get it!), you can tell just how much sorrow is on his mind and in his heart, as he remembers all of those who he dearly loved passing before him. 😦
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwVfvTtg4lg
It’s also sad songs with a message like this don’t make it on the mainstream waves, only garbage does.
Dude, that is so tough. Sorry to hear about your friend. It’s hard to understand the why’s when I have never been that down but also know some who have taken their life. Very sad. RIP Rufus!
It never ends for the Browns:
Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins was arrested Saturday afternoon in Fort Lauderdale, FL, according to the Broward County Sheriff. Reports indicate two charges are being made against Judkins — battery and domestic violence.
Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Judkins was still in jail as of Saturday night and scheduled to have his initial court appearance Sunday morning, according to court records.
Execs, coaches, scouts rank NFL’s top 10 defensive tackles for 2025
Seiler was an Honorable Mention. Wilkins was #10 and didn’t much last year.
Didn’t play much
keep Sieler as far down the list as possible, we don’t need anyone getting any accolades, that give them leverage in contract negotiations
Jonnu last year used his alternate probowl appearance
Every year when PB announcements come out and we get snubbed I say, thats great news
Execs, coaches, scouts rank the NFL’s top 10 edge rushers for 2025
No Dolphins mentioned
again 👍
Execs, coaches, scouts rank NFL’s top 10 running backs for 2025
Achane was an Honorable Mention.
Execs, coaches, scouts rank NFL’s top 10 safeties for 2025
Minkah was #9. Holland was an Honorable Mention.
Execs, coaches, scouts rank NFL’s top 10 tight ends for 2025
Surprise, no Dolphins listed. Jannu was an Honorable Mention.
and he wanted to be paid like top 5
Execs, coaches, scouts rank NFL’s top 10 interior offensive linemen for 2025
Another surprise, no Dolphins listed. Robert Hunt was an Honorable Mention.
Execs, coaches, scouts rank NFL’s top 10 offensive tackles for 2025
Surprise again, no Dolphins listed.
QB’s, ILB, WR’s and CB’s to be named over next 4 days.
Waddle admitted that last season was “definitely the year that I didn’t want as an individual,” and he identified an area in his game that needed immediate improvement.
“After watching the film, definitely a lot of hand eye (coordination) — I feel like I’m trying to move without the ball too much,” he said. “And just the simple things, just timing, getting smoother in and out of my routes. Pretty much that.”
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I take it as you got paid and became unfocused.
he’s been a little frustrating at times with his drops
@NFL_DovKleiman
Insane: Ravens superstar RB Derrick Henry spends over $250K per year on body maintenance. His diet is mind-blowing: • No fried food • No dairy • No gluten • No artificial sugars • Doesn’t eat until 4/5 PM during the season King Henry is one of the best athletes we have ever had the pleasure of seeing.
• No fried food • No dairy • No gluten • No artificial sugars
I did this and only ate 2 time a day at noon and 6 pm. I went from 208 down to 181 in 2 months. BBM weak though, missed some of the bad stuff. BBM back up to 188. lol
Brian Miller wrote an article saying the Dolphins should bring back Raekwon Davis who is still a FA. I don’t think so.
I read that too, considering the source I don’t think so Homie don’t…
he did bring up a good point, send him over to Flores
these ultra talented players, that don’t succeed are baffling, did their dad’s push them to play and they really weren’t into it
It’s like a Randy post😜 with the contradictions
It’s not even training camp but Dolphins look ready to send one veteran packing
Some NFL careers end before they ever get the chance to begin. That may be the case for Miami Dolphins second-year cornerback Isaiah Johnson.
With just weeks left to go before the start of training camp, Johnson already looks to be on the outs.
then dufus writes:
According to recent reports, Johnson already had an impressive showing at Dolphins OTAs. He’ll have to string together a series of highlight-worthy plays to beat out the players ahead of him on the depth chart.
https://phinphanatic.com/training-camp-dolphins-look-ready-send-one-veteran-packing
Saw that one also. Thought it was a bunch of unsubstantiated BS.
He just looked at an unofficial depth chart like ESPN’s and went with it. Those depth charts mean nothing until the coaches release theirs.
I read that and thought what a waste of time and space
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