Matt Moore: How does he do it?
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DolPhinPhan7forum_veteranOPConsidering all the POS QBs that are getting reps in the NFL, how does Matt Moore stay so upbeat knowing that's he's second fiddle to RT?
Think he's kicking himself that he signed with the Phins considering that Colt McCoy, Kyle Orton, Geno Smith, Drew Stanton, Mark Sanchez (to name a few) all have had shots at starting in this league, this year.
I always so him so happy, I guess being rich is being rich even if you're on the sideline.
The tail-end of the 2011 he was above average IMHO. He actually hit some deep balls too.
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DisgustipatesubscriberMatt Moore is someone who is by all appearances content at being a back-up.
Dolfan330New MemberMatt Moore is a team player and great asset to Ryan. He is capable of managing a game if needed, but he's not scaring anyone. Yes, he is better player than other guys starting, but he's not a guy you build your team around. He's the perfect backup.
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vt_dolfansubscriberHe could have gone elsewhere to compete for a starting job.. But chose to stay in Miami as backup. It's my understanding he loves it here and his role with the Phins.
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GARDENHEADsubscriberIs this a thinly-veiled attempt to bash Tannehill?
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MikeHonchosubscriberMoore currently has the best job in America.
Headcoach material wouldn’t want to work somewhere they’re not trusted with actual football decisions.
DolPhinPhan7forum_veteran"GARDENHEAD wrote:
Is this a thinly-veiled attempt to bash Tannehill?
Very thin. I don't think Moore is better than RT, though I do remember him hitting passes of more than 30 yards more often.
Le Batard made a good analogy a few minutes ago. RT is playing in a Phone booth because they don't let him throw the ball more than 20 yards most of the time.
But it's more an assessment of other QBs in the league. He could be the starter for the Eagles or the Cardinals right now and he'd be better than what they have.
byroanadminHe's paid pretty well...
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"And Matt Moore, he's the sweetest guy ever. Have you ever stared into his eyes? It was like the 1st time I heard The Beatles".
Fameforum_veteranBecause being a backup QB in the NFL is just about the greatest job in the world. I would also have a grin from ear to ear if I were being paid millions to watch NFL games from the bench.
Ohio Fanaticsubscriberbecause maybe he has self realization that he has better job security as a backup than fighting to be a starter. The guy has lost a starting job with 2 different teams. I know people think he's the greatest backup in the league, but he's not. I'd classify him as an above average backup at best, let alone someone who could be a starter for other teams. Colt McCoy gets to start a few games to end the season, but he'll be replaced after teh season
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ElNinoNew MemberHe's getting paid and doesn't have to maintain a huge standard as the back up. Same reason i don't want my bosses job.
I'm sure he wants to start, maybe he's just the type of guy that counts his blessings. How many guys have we seen get a starting shot, fail miserably, and can't get a job in the CFL in two years.....
DolPhinPhan7forum_veteran"ElNino wrote:
He's getting paid and doesn't have to maintain a huge standard as the back up. Same reason i don't want my bosses job.
I'm sure he wants to start, maybe he's just the type of guy that counts his blessings. How many guys have we seen get a starting shot, fail miserably, and can't get a job in the CFL in two years.....
He has started though. He made the 2011 season look less like the 2007 season and more a 2005 season. :sad:
CitizenSnipsNew MemberHe gets paid millions....to do nothing...think about that
NolePhin15New MemberHe's getting paid $4 million this year living in South Beach to watch a football game every Sunday. Dude has the life.
dolphin25forum_veteranI love Matt Moore, I would be happy with him starting at QB for the Dolphins. The last team he did he did well and was MVP, his receivers were crap too. He is the first guy off the bench to congrats guys coming off the field. Often I see Tannehill following behind him to praise the teammates and I think "Ryan should be the one leading."
Anyway, as long as the Dolphins are winning and the QB play is not the reason for them losing I'm ok with whoever..... as long as it is not fiedler....
Lord help us.
Kud_IIforum_veteranWhat about Josh Mcclown? Tampa would be at least 3 games better with Moore. But it's nice to have a solid starting back up just in case so don't complain about MM.
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CrunchTimeretired_adminBesides being paid very well he will live a long life without stress and lifetime threats like concussions.If he is smart he will invest his money wisely so he can live off it comfortably for the rest of his life.I recommend real estate like his boss Ross.
I am positive he has no pretensions of getting in to the HOF someday.Backup QB is the best job in the world.Everyone loves you and you only have to know the playbook....just in case.A insurance policy if you like.:lol:
dolphin25forum_veteranand what about the Jets? I'm thinking they would love having him, and the Dolphins would not ....
Lord help us.
keithjacksonsubscriberMatt Moore is the 26th-highest paid QB in the NFL this year. On Sunday, he will be making more than 13 starting QBs, including Ryan Tannehill.
For such a dangerous position in such a dangerous sport, I think he's figured it out rather well.
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Kud_IIforum_veteran"keithjackson wrote:
Matt Moore is the 26th-highest paid QB in the NFL this year. On Sunday, he will be making more than 13 starting QBs, including Ryan Tannehill.
For such a dangerous position in such a dangerous sport, I think he's figured it out rather well.
Yeah I'd say Mr. Moore gets a pretty good salary to hold a clip board.
Also, Moore would be a threat in NY even in Buffalo I think he's better overall than Fitzpatrick, so we can't let him go to a rival.
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"lmeister3 wrote:
Moore currently has the best job in America.
I beg to differ, but Giancarlo Stanton has the best job in America. He earns $68,000 every day of the year for the next 13 years and his contract is guaranteed whether he plays or not.
Moore could be replaced at any time and in the NFL there are no guaranteed contracts.
I'll take Stanton's job over Moore's job any day of the week.
"IdrA wrote:
Yeah I'd say Mr. Moore gets a pretty good salary to hold a clip board.
Also, Moore would be a threat in NY even in Buffalo I think he's better overall than Fitzpatrick, so we can't let him go to a rival.
The Dolphins signed him to his present contract because they wanted an experienced veteran QB behind an inexperienced young QB. To ensure he remained with the team, they were willing to overpay him at the time.
Now that Tannehill has more experience and appears to be the long term answer at the position, I don't think the front office will be willing to pay Moore anything close to what they have paid him the past couple of seasons to remain the backup in future years. The Dolphins just won't have the cap space in the future to continue to overpay a backup QB.
Unless Moore is willing to accept a much lower contract to remain the Dolphins backup, it is likely he will be the backup on another NFL team next year, IMO.
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