If he is still on the board in the mid 20 range Miami has the ammo to move up and get him...if he really is that good. I've just read some analysts say he has the ability to be a legit #1 in the NFL.

Keenan Allen? He's a big, possession receiver. I don't see him getting down the field, or making YAC.

Not what we need.

A big, possession receiver who can create YAC and be a Red Zone target is not what the team needs?

What we need is a speedster who stretches the D

We need both.

If he did create YAC I'd agree. But I don't see him as a RAC guy. At Cal he was brought down immediately easily and consistently.

Fitz for a second rounder?

ha! Benny Hill. Oh the memories!

We NEED a speedster. A possession receiver is a nice to have, but probably about the 8th biggest need on the team

Which possession receiver on the team is currently making big plays in the Red Zone?

Its a need.

Haha my favorite show from childhood.

As i said, About the 8th biggest need on the team.

A playmaking receiver is the biggest need on the team. If its a possession guy who can win jump balls, break tackles and score TDs then so be it. Its more important than a T, G or CB. You can sign any speedster you want but you're not just going to chuck deep balls to him all game. You need a a guy to work the middle of the field and be a threat in the red zone. Maybe its Hartline with a deep threat complement.

Its in the top 3 on the list, not some nice to have. Ireland, Philbin, the writers, us...we all have pretty much concluded the team needs points. A speed receiver and a possession receiver will be priority 1 and 1A.

It really is a shame the headaches that some of these guys become. It ends up overshadowing their game. I like Dwayne Bowe on the field alot, but baggage is hard to buy.

Disagree.

If you get that vertical threat, you still need to compliment him with that threat to the 1st and 2nd level that can catch touchdowns in the red zone.

We have those players that can threaten the 1st and 2nd level, but each of them caught ONE touchdown this past season.

Simply not good enough.

That doesn't necessarily have to be a WR though, Rich.

What if you had a dominant set of TE's? That's where I'd like to see our size come from.

I agree it is not good enough. But when you factor in all the other things that will improve the play;
A non-rookie QB
Less pressure on the #2 and #3 WRs because of an actual target
Better play all around because not everyone is learning the system
And a whole host of other factors

With all those things in mind I would prefer to give RT more time to throw by improving the line, more options by improving the TE, less pressure to score by improving the holes in the defense.

There are still big holes to fill. I'd rather prioritise those than go after the nice to haves if I had to choose only one. But with our cap space and draft picks I think both can be addressed.

Still qualifies as grabbing a possession receiver in my opinion. If Miami wants to sign Wallace and Keller, and draft Ertz then great. Just have some guys who can work the middle of the field.

If Hartline walks I just don't want to see Miami trying to fill the void with Binns, Matthews or Fuller. Keeping Hartline or getting his replacement is a big priority.

Not to change the subject here, but I don't think Ireland knows how build a top flight offensive line. He's burned top draft picks and went through Ross' wallet to get what we now have. I think our offensive line needs a facelift, too. I'm not sure where I'd rank it on the other holes we have to fill.

That's arguing semantics.

Tight end, possession receiver. In today's pass happy NFL there isn't much of a difference anymore.

Our staff knows Jennings just a little bit better than they know Wallace don't you think Rich?

Dismissing a proven player in a familiar system. Rich Logic 101

As far as being wary of Wallace and the Steelers negotiations. What do you think it means when a team drops negotiations and forces a player to play out his contract? It usually means the player is bitching for more money and the team doesn't think he's worth what he's asking for.

I honestly think Wallace is going to get overpaid by someone, probably in the $9-11M range per season. I don't think he's worht it. I'd rather see the Dolphins go in a different direction, preferrably the draft.

Ok, how does that help ensure he isn't going to get injured or decline given his age and his health the past two seasons?



Sorry but I haven't dismissed Jennings, you're the one dismissing Wallace. Take care when casting stones from a glass house.



So why isn't Green Bay looking to bring Jennings back?

You have no problem with the Dolphins bringing in a 30 year old receiver who appears to be on the decline and is injury prone. At the same time, you are hoping the Dolphins do not bring back a 28 year old offensive tackle who appears to be on the decline and is injury prone.

And you have a huge problem with them bringing in a 25 year old burner who has put up big numbers and been relatively healthy.

Needless to say, your logic is lacking.... logic.

Has GB even tried to talk contract with Jennings? Why is that not a concern for you? At least the Steelers were interested enough to try & get Wallace signed. Can we say that about Jennings & GB?



Just about all top FA get overpaid.

Why would GB overpay for him when they have 3 guys who are performing and in a perfect position to grab a WR in the late 1st round? They are in a great situation.

If Jones still had drop issues then I'd think re-signing Jennings would be a priority. I don't think he's on a big decline but I also understand he probably isn't someone you bank on having as your alpha receiver for the next 6 or 7 seasons. If he can perform while a younger, drafted version of him develops then I'm fine with Miami giving him a 4 year contract.

I thought I'd hang this out there.



http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/5329/mike-wallace

Christmas for the Dolphins comes on March 12th at the press conference when Wallace holds up a Dolphins jersey after signing the above mentioned deal. Then resign Hartline and you have fixed your WR Corp for the next 5 years. No more hoping the draft brings what Miami needs. This is the year the offense gets the attention it needs.

so is he predicting that we sign both Wallace and Jennings?

FYI, just read that Anquan Boldin's 4 year 29 million dollar deal (which he signed at same age Jennings is hitting) should be considered the negotiating point for Jennings. Honestly, that isn't bad at all and I'd be fine with Miami agreeing to something like that.

Same here. I'd do that if I'm Miami.

4 years 30 million is my max going into it.

Depends on the structure of the contract