Donald Thomas deals with 'administrative decision' by Miami Dolphins
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ATVZ400New MemberOPDonald Thomas deals with 'administrative decision' by Miami Dolphins
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Dolphins lineman part of three-man rotation at guard
I don't want to be an idiot, but I really don't know," Thomas said. "It's just an administrative decision right now with this rotation. My understanding is when I get in here every day, I see where I'm at."
Sparano recently praised Thomas for his work ethic and devotion to his craft, which includes texting DeGuglielmo at all hours seeking technical advice. However, Sparano also noted the need to give Thomas a "breather" as he enters "uncharted territory" in his first full season.
A freak ankle injury has ended the season of offensive tackle Lydon Murtha.
Murtha, signed off the Lions' practice squad on Oct. 20, turned his ankle on the final play of Wednesday's practice. Initially the injury was not considered serious, but overnight his status changed.
anlgpNew Memberi think they're honestly being careful more than anything.
his play could also not be exactly where they want it but he's not a slouch in the trenches. this injury could help him see more time.
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dolphan117luxury_boxWe rotate healthy players more then any team I have ever seen. Honestly I have never heard of an offensive line rotation when all your guys were healthy.
MikeHonchosubscriberHealth is everything. Good move by Sparano.
Headcoach material wouldn’t want to work somewhere they’re not trusted with actual football decisions.
DisgustipatesubscriberThe Guards aint really getting it done. Thomas is still raw, and Smiley has injury issues that might give him an early exit here. Its also worth mentioning Garner/Gardner(I forget which) has been pushing for playtime anyway. They initially worked to get him as a tackle eligible in short yardage situations.
"dolphan117 wrote:
We rotate healthy players more then any team I have ever seen. Honestly I have never heard of an offensive line rotation when all your guys were healthy.
I think Saban did it at some point too but I don't remember what players.
KillerphinsNew Memberthe dolphins should at least be honest with the guy
watch they will do something stupid like they did with roth and release him
dolfan7171New MemberI wonder if this is what they do in the future with injured players, rotate them around.
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i don't think they have any intent on releasing Thomas ... it could be something simple like execution, such as a particular blocking assignment that he keeps blowing. I don't think it is anything physical, just working thru the mental grind ... remember he got hurt last year - so this is truly his rookie year.
ZodNew Member"PHINANALYST wrote:
i don't think they have any intent on releasing Thomas ... it could be something simple like execution, such as a particular blocking assignment that he keeps blowing. I don't think it is anything physical, just working thru the mental grind ... remember he got hurt last year - so this is truly his rookie year.
............and only his fourth year playing football.
Silverphinforum_veteran"Disgustipate wrote:
The Guards aint really getting it done. Thomas is still raw, and Smiley has injury issues that might give him an early exit here. Its also worth mentioning Garner/Gardner(I forget which) has been pushing for playtime anyway. They initially worked to get him as a tackle eligible in short yardage situations.
I think Saban did it at some point too but I don't remember what players.
Saban rotated Vernon Carey, Stockar McDougle and Damian McIntosh at tackles.
Dol-Fan Dupreeforum_veteran"Silverphin wrote:
Saban rotated Vernon Carey, Stockar McDougle and Damian McIntosh at tackles.
Jimmy Johnson did it as well
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djphinfansubscriberDonald Thomas being rotated is because he must be fed grapes by beautiful women every once in a while..
NorFlaFinforum_veteranWayne McDuffie rotated entire OL at FSU in the early eighties.. The Kentucky Derby Offense.
The Noles were primarily a option running team back then.
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