In a blockbuster deal that sent shockwaves throughout the 2010 GML, the Miami Dolphins acquired linebacker Demeco Ryans from the Houston Texans. The two time Pro Bowler, former defensive rookie of the year, joins a Dolphins team that is on the move. Although the Dolphins did have to give up a fair amount in the deal, Channing Crowder, Brian Hartline, Donald Thomas and a 3rd round pick, they also got back Arian Foster and a 6th round pick. Tony Sparano had this to say:
I think Ryans is pretty overrated and Ruud is extremely underrated. I don't know if I would "fact" it but I wouldn't call it crazy.
I'm ecstatic that I have DeMeco and evidently Gish feels the same way about his player, he however feels the need to justify it, you'll have to ask him why that is.