I like Daniel Thomas. He's going to be a valuable player, so long as he stays healthy.

His ability to get the tough yards, will improve our 3rd down efficiency, our red zone efficiency, and avg ypc. Couple that with his knack and ability to run the wildcat and catch the ball, shows he does a lot of things that make him valuable or an upgrade to the current stock of RB's we have now.

 

I like Thomas quite a bit. I don't even think it will qualify as a surprise when he does well. I don't think he has the athleticism of a Steven Jackson or an AP as the article mentions, but I have no problem comparing him talent wise to a Matt Forte or Peyton Hillis. I see similarities in how Thomas plays to what they brought.

 

i think we'll all be pleasantly surprised ... not that i can say that he was a draft target of mine (even though we did work him out). he was a well kept secret by the FO.

what i don't want to see at this level is him lowering the pads and trying to run thru people - unless its a S or CB. don't get me wrong, i don't want to see him pulling a Ted Ginn .... i want him to run hard and be a 'tough' tackle - but for durability reasons, i don't need to see him trying to run thru people.

 

Friend GM:

actually have two untested players that can potentially bring something special to the table: Sheets returns healthy (speed) & we have Thomas, the drafted (all-purpose) power-back. I think you won't see "a Vet in FA" to give us the strong 1-2 punch. we already have that available to us. makes more sense to ride the proven bull we have in our stables while fine-tuning the new offense. I believe either Ricky or Ronnie will be retained. Hilliard could possibly wind up the odd-man out, if both Sheets & Thomas pan out & Ricky or Ronnie are maintained on the roster.

the stable looks potentially strong, especially running behind a possibly rejuvenated offensive line. the primary culprit to the dismantling of our running game last year was the inconsistent play of the offensive line. got to get a push on the defensive trench to create a run, when you can run the ball, the passing game opens etc. etc.

*Long-Garner_Pouncey_Incognito-Carey may prove to be our biggest offensive improvement in 2011

shouldn't over-look HB/TE (FB?) Charles Clay of Tulsa,
he may have the potential to change the dynamics of a game
this guy could prove to be a pleasant surprise
that would make three untested with a forth (Gates)
used in the WildCat or on reversals, set-plays...possible

possibly four new faces to present a "new look" to the offense. let them compete

 

Well, I definetely think Dtrain can be the next Dolphins Star running back in the making, but I will not make the custom Sig Pic just yet.

DTrain goes off for 100 yds and throws 2 TD's out of the WC on the MNF home opener vs the patsies and a star will be born.

 

He definitely reminds me of poor mans AP.

 

got a lot to work with if we ever get past this strike.

shouldn't over-look HB/TE (FB?) Charles Clay of Tulsa,
he may have the potential to change the dynamics of a game
this guy could prove to be a pleasant surprise
that would make three untested with a forth (Gates)
used in the WildCat or on reversals, set-plays...possible

if the fix is in on the offensive line, Sparano should be armed to play his game

 

about free-agency acquisitions:

1) the only free-agency I see as a must is @ QB. would like to see them acquire a Veteran with a serious up-side on the cheap looking for a second chance to compete for the starting position. my best guess is they will carry three QB's & open a legitimate competition this year to hone & develop the best possible solution to start.

2) I think the Running Stable, Offensive Line, WR Corp & Defense are in good shape & can compete this year. don't see Ireland spending future capital that may be needed in next year's draft needlessly. the trump card will be to resolve the QB dilemma. if someone steps up, the entire team will rise with him.

 

Gronk was my 2nd round pick last year, kept tellin folks he was studley...Lets hope this coach is right about DT, I can confirm that there is now 2 coaches from that staff that think this guy is going to be a beast...

 

As I said in a PM to one of the members here on draft day, the guy reminds me of Arian Foster. Just my two cents though.

 

Daniel Thomas Will Surprise People

That's impossible, if we're told about it.

 

Friend Finascious D:

only if it comes from the Lips of God
otherwise, it remains only a possible pleasant surprise.

DThomas remains an unproven but promising bull
this is the reason we keep either Ricky or Ronnie.

 

I smell a new thread...

 

not hard to figure... it is what it is

 

Measurables-wise he's certainly a very close match.

 

3 things:
1. I loathe "hand" fonts.
2. I despise prose.
3. I don't believe in your god.

 

I think we'll still be a power team but I do think we will see some outside zone (and inside).

 

I want to be surprised. I have not been impressed with what I've seen so far. BUT! He's a dolphin now. So he's one of ours, so if he goes out there and tears it up nothing could make us happier

 

His lower body acutally looks pretty slim to me. Maybe his calves are big, but his thighs seem quite narrow for a 230 pounder. Not making a positive or negative comment, just an observation. If you look at other players with similar height/weight measureables (Duece McCalister coming out of college), Thomas looks much more lithe.

 

This is exactly how I feel. I was one of the most vocal opponents of drafting him, but when he lines up against NE I will be fully well cheering for a major performance.

I do agree with Alen, I can see some Arian Foster in him. The comparison to AP is just silly, Peterson is so much faster.

 

I think something about Daniel Thomas not getting a Christmas present last year?

 

:sidelol: Thanky young son for giving an old man a good laugh on this hot humid SEA afternoon.

 

That's what I'm here for....... dad. Now change you pants and go back to bed.

Wait? Did you say afternoon? crap it's 3 am and my Ambien has altered my vision to roughly quintuple; I gotta close one eye and squint the other just to get it down to double. :lol:

 

Who wears pants? I prefer to be nude unless I have to go out. People here take a dim view of anyone walking about with their tackle exposed. ;)

Get off that Ambien and go back to natural. Your body will thank you 20 years from now. :smile:

I also find soccer games to be a good natural sedative.

 

you know the picture in your avatar?---- I just made that same expression. :yes:

But you're like 96. When gravity has your bobbers swingin around your knees..... ..... I think I just threw up in my mouth a little. BRB

The only time yours should be exposed is when a group of Filipino kids need something to play tetherball with.

I'll get off the Ambien if you agree to never induce a mental picture of your junk again. lol.

 

:sidelol: I'm LMAO and totally sober besides, I'm hoping you can get that gig touring around with Ron White, Larry the Cable Guy and Jeff Foxworthy. They may not like such formidable competition though.

You got a deal re: junk images vs Ambien.:up:

BTW, it wouldn't be tetherball, more like shooting marbles, the pee wee sized ones. :lol:

 

:lol:

 

considering Sparano's insistence on using RB by committee lets hope that DeAngelo or Bradshaw are in the FA plans! What a combo that would be. Chad Henne's supporting cast would change from average to exceptional real quick. Id be really interested in how the results came out.

 

Is D Williams a URFA? I think Bradshaw may not be one either but with the CBA stuff..:dunno:

I'm thinking a back like C Portis could be a nice low buck pick up if DT goes down or is not what we all hope he is.

 

If the NFL operates under 2010 rules, no one with under 6 years accrued in the NFL is an unrestricted free agent.

Supposedly, the NFL was crafting alternate, less restrictive rules, but there's been no information on what it is. Under the old CBA, I think players needed 4 years to be unrestricted free agents.

 

There's gotta be some FA of impact value in the mix for us, and considering Sparano's words about Jahvid Best, I'm inclined to believe it's a playmaking back. I'm hoping for Reggie Bush now that we have Thomas (and Lex), but I'd do a few cartwheels if DeAngelo or Bradshaw don the Aqua & Orange.

 

As long as Dan Henning is not X or O I think there will be a huge leap in statistical standings.