Last year’s dismal performance has left the new Dolphin leadership team of Bill Parcells, general manager Jeff Ireland, and head coach Tony Sparano with the daunting task of turning things around in a big way and in a hurry. A dramatically increased salary cap for the coming year helps since it gives the Dolphins the resources needed to begin adding key players through free-agency and nine draft choices in the upcoming NFL draft means Miami can begin to dig their way out of last year’s 1-15 hole.
In looking at last year’s performance, it’s clear that some needs are more pressing than others. While there’s been a lot of discussion about about the quarterback position, adding dynamic playmakers at wide receiver, and the status of defensive stalwarts Zach Thomas (dumped) and Jason Taylor (?), the reality is that the Dolphins two biggest deficiencies -- running the ball and stopping the run -- are fundamentals of Bill Parcells football.
Parcells and crew have already taken some steps to start rebuilding the team from the lines outward. Here’s how the Dolphins have addressed, and will address, these areas in preparation for the upcoming season.
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