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 Feb. 07, 2012 3:36 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 5 (realistic) QB options for Miami: 1 -- Griffin III
QB Robert Griffin III would likely require trading with St. Louis for the No. 2 pick. That’s only realistic because owner Steve Ross and GM Jeff Ireland seem determined to get a QB. The price for Griffin? Let’s conservatively start with two first-round picks. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 3:35 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 5 (realistic) QB options for Miami: 2 -- Manning, Colts
QB Peyton Manning is expected to become a free agent because no one thinks Indianapolis will pay the $28 million bonus by March 8. Manning could look at San Francisco as a new home (QB Alex Smith will be a free agent), but reports say he’s interested in Miami.   Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 3:31 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 5 (realistic) QB options for Miami: 3 -- Matt Flynn, Packers
QB Matt Flynn, who will be a free agent, has excited teams in the market because of two outstanding games over the past two years. Dolphins coach Joe Philbin, Flynn’s offensive coordinator at Green Bay, has inside knowledge. If he says Flynn is a go, you’ve got to trust him. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 3:28 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 5 (realistic) QB options for Miami: 4 -- Ryan Tannehill
QB Ryan Tannehill is a converted WR who is recovering from a broken foot that kept him out of the Senior Bowl. But offensive coordinator Mike Sherman, Tannehill’s coach at Texas A&M, should be a reliable scout. If he says Tannehill is worthwhile, trade down and draft him. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 3:26 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 5 (realistic) QB options for Miami: 5 -- Matt Moore
QB Matt Moore might be the most unappealing option because he’d represent no change from last year, and Dolphins management has pledged to sign a franchise QB. Moore had a 6-6 record as a starter and ended up 12th in passer rating (87.1). But he’d be a disappointing Plan B. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 12:04 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: DB -- Fields
P Brandon Fields (48.8 yards per punt) was outstanding. He was third in the NFL in yards per punt and tied for third with 32 punts inside the 20-yard line. He would have made the Pro Bowl but Oakland’s Shane Lechler (50.8 yards per punt) was almost unbeatable for that honor. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 11:55 a.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: DB ¿ Carpenter
K Dan Carpenter (29 of 34 FGs; 26 of 26 PATs) had a decent season, but he was also sidelined by a groin injury that meant Miami had to sign Shayne Graham midway through the season. Still, Carpenter proved solid. He rarely disappoints. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 11:54 a.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: DB -- Wilson
CB Jimmy Wilson (17 tackles, 1 INT) had a good rookie season, especially early. But his play took a downturn later in the season. The notable mistake was allowing a late-game TD vs. Cleveland, but overall Wilson had a promising season and could develop into a playmaker. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 11:52 a.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: DB -- Allen
CB Will Allen (43 tackles) ended the season as the starting nickel (fifth) DB and did reasonably well. He didn’t get burned for any notable TDs, which is more than most Miami DBs can say. But he’s an unrestricted free agent and there’s no telling whether he’ll return. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 11:50 a.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: DB -- Carroll
CB Nolan Carroll (32 tackles, 1 INT) had an up-and-down season. He played OK early, but his play tapered off and he eventually lost playing time from scrimmage by season’s end. Still, Carroll offers hope. He’s athletic and versatile (KR, nickel DB) and that’ll keep him around. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 11:49 a.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: DB -- Clemons
FS Chris Clemons (13 tackles) opened training camp as the starter, but he also opened with a hamstring injury he could never shake. It ruined his season. Clemons will have to fight Reshad Jones and Tyrone Culver for playing time. At least Miami has numbers at FS. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 11:48 a.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: DB -- Culver
FS Tyrone Culver (36 tackles) opened camp as the third-team FS but through injury became a part-time starter. His performance was solid overall. He got the defense in the right spots. But he didn’t make many plays, and the Dolphins need playmakers. But it was a good year. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 11:42 a.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: DB -- Jones
FS Reshad Jones (67 tackles, 1 INT) was the fourth-leading tackler and turned in a strong season, for the most part. He left some plays on the field and wasn’t the answer overall, but he played well enough that he could be relied upon next season. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 11:40 a.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: DB -- Smith
CB Sean Smith (62 tackles, 2 INTs) was much better later in the season than earlier. More was expected but he, like CB Vontae Davis, was good enough later on that he offers hope and optimism for the future. But both players have to be consistent all season. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 11:37 a.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: DB -- Davis
CB Vontae Davis (43 tackles, 4 INTs) had a rough start to the season and had an incident in which he reportedly showed up to practice with alcohol on his breath. But he pulled himself together in the second half of the year and again offers hope for the future. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 11:33 a.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: DB -- Bell
SS Yeremiah Bell (107 tackles) was the leading tackler and had at least 100 tackles for the fourth consecutive season. The 34-year-old might have to take a pay cut to return for the final year of his contract ($4.3 million). But he’s solid and it’s likely he’ll return. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 03, 2012 3:06 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: LB -- Trusnik
LB Jason Trusnik (18 tackles) was strong on special teams, which is why Miami signed him. Expect much of the same next season. Trusnik is a bit on the small side but he can be effective in spot duty from scrimmage. He’ll probably be back. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 03, 2012 3:05 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: LB -- Mitchell
LB Marvin Mitchell (30 tackles) is a bit smallish but he’s very active both on special teams and from scrimmage. As an ILB he seems to know his duties and doesn’t blow coverages. But he’s not much of a playmaker yet. He has a bright future but probably limited skills. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 03, 2012 3:04 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: LB -- Taylor
LB Jason Taylor (18 tackles, seven sacks) was good in spot duty. But he’s retiring. That’s a big loss on the field but a bigger loss in the lockerroom.  Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 03, 2012 3:04 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: LB -- Alama-Francis
LB Ike Alama-Francis (one tackle) has been a special teams mainstay the past two seasons but it’s time for him to establish himself from scrimmage. Miami needs playmakers and Alama-Francis has the athleticism to qualify. We’ll see how much he develops. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 03, 2012 3:03 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: LB -- Misi
LB Koa Misi (34 tackles, one sack) was a disappointment for the second consecutive year. The second-round pick hasn’t been a pass-rushing threat opposite Cameron Wake and he hasn’t consistently managed to “set the edge,” or hold down his side of the field. He’ll be back but he might not start. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 03, 2012 3:02 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: LB -- Wake
LB Cameron Wake (42 tackles, 8.5 sacks) was so-so. He was better against the run but he didn’t come close to last season’s 14 sacks. Teams paid more attention to Wake, but he has to figure out how to adjust. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 03, 2012 3:01 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: LB -- Burnett
LB Kevin Burnett (105 tackles, second on team) seemed the perfect ILB companion for Karlos Dansby (103 tackles). Once they found their mark midway through the season things changed for Miami’s defense. Burnett will be back. Don’t worry about the ILBs. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 03, 2012 2:57 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: LB -- Dansby
LB Karlos Dansby (103 tackles, third on team) was outstanding late in the season. He began taking charge on and off the field. His major improvement was in pass coverage. TEs didn’t hurt Miami as badly in the second half of the season, partly because of Dansby's play. Dolphins RapidReports
 Feb. 03, 2012 2:51 p.m. - by Chris Perkins - 2011 Dolphins position review: DL -- Merling
DE Phillip Merling (four tackles) probably isn’t likely to return. You expect much more from a four-year veteran but Merling has disappointed. He doesn’t seem to have the speed or skills to develop into a playmaker. The Dolphins are probably ready to end the experiment. Dolphins RapidReports
 
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