A popular theory is that players’ problems don’t improve when they get paid. In this case, though, that theory might not apply. The majority of Marshall’s problems last season were centered on his inability to get a new contract, and even with those issues, he managed to post his third straight season of 100-plus catches and 1,100-plus yards, scoring a career-high 10 touchdowns while learning a new offense.
“Brandon Marshall is a good guy,’’ said Sundquist. “When I say he’s a good guy, I don’t think he’s one of these malicious, thug-type of guys. He’s like many, many players that enter the league — a little socially immature. To say he’s a locker room cancer or a troublemaker, he’s not that.’’
Sundquist called Marshall “a fiery competitor’’ capable of sparking an offense and changing the momentum of a game, and a work ethic that sometimes is overlooked because of his public image.
The Dolphins will have to monitor Marshall off the field to a certain degree, and even intervene if necessary, but as for stepping into Tony Sparano’s structured, discipline-heavy program, Sundquist doesn’t see an issue.
“He might need a boot up his butt every now and then to get his attention, but you can also get a lot out of him by putting your arm around him,’’ said Sundquist. “[Bill Parcells] has had a lot of success with these types of guys in the past
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