Let me preface this by saying that I like Tannehill and would have no problem continuing to build around him.
I don't think it's that far fetched to think at least one team might...
some teams that might be interested:
St Louis: I think Jeff Fisher's seat may be starting to heat up a bit, he traded Bradford for Foles, obviously that didn't work out, 2016 may be a make or break season for him, wouldn't be shocked if he came calling, Tannehill with that running game and all the talent on defense, could be attractive enough to trade a 1st.
Cleveland: What happens with that front office and coaching staff? Do they have job security? Even if Farmer and/or Pettine are retained, Manziel has question marks on and off the field....Josh McCown and Austin Davis?
NYJ: Fitzpatrick obviously isn't the long term answer, of course many would argue Geno Smith isn't either.
Houston: Ryan Mallet's career in Houston is over, you gotta think they'd view Tannehill as an upgrade over journeyman Brian Hoyer. Would they part with a 1?
Philly: The Sam Bradford era could be coming to an end here, pending free agent, don't think Chip views him as a starter anymore, too inconsistent and injury prone, Kelly might look at Tannehill and think here's my last real chance to land a legit young QB before I get fired.
49ers: Kaepernick's time in SF will be up sooner than later...Gabbert isn't an option long term.
Wildcard: Denver ... I think Kubiak would love to get his hands on Tannehill...he's inheriting Osweiler, who's a free agent at the end of the year anyway...obviously a lot depends on how Brock plays down the stretch and in the post season (assuming Kubiak doesn't hand the starting job back to Peyton of course). Parting with a late 1st for a QB who can truly run his offense might be an option.
We draft Ryan's replacement in the 1st (Paxton Lynch) and still have one left to take a DB....hell I would probably do that.
Maybe this entire post was made in vain, maybe Mike Tannenbaum wouldn't even consider trading Tannehill, not even for a 1st, but we'll have a new coaching staff in 2016, probably a new GM, new scouts...maybe a Sean Payton or Hue Jackson wouldn't feel completely comfortable tying their wagon to Tannehill.
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For a 1st rounder, I'd definitely trade him (pending the rest of the season.. Tannehill has 5 more games to prove he's something he doesn't seem to be). His contract might help too because the team that gets him can get out relatively easily if they keep the contract, or more likely renegotiate to something more palatable for them.
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Let's see how the season finishes out...be patient
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It would depend where that 1st rounder fell....High 1st (top 10)...yeah Id probably have to do that. Mid 1st (between 11-20)...youre going to have to give me additional picks; probably something like a 3 and 4 that year and a 3 next year. Late 1st (21-32)...Gonna need 2nd and 4th that year and 2nd and 6th the next year.
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I don't think anyone would trade a 1st for Tannehill but then again, who knows. Our front office is still convinced he's a top-10 QB, so it's very possible that other front offices would as well. Remember, it's the perception...not the reality...and it would be the best possible move this franchise could make.
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There are a number of issues I have with this post. This reply isn't specifically directed at you LB as you state you like tannehill.
If Tannehill isn't the answer for us, then why would he be the answer for other teams?
If he is the answer for another team, then why isn't he the answer for us?
St Louis puts him into a situation with a strong OL, run game and defence. So that's how he's gonna be successful? If that's the case why are we trading him instead of fixing those issues? If Tannehill flourishes in that system are we to take a gamble on a QB who we need to hope drops to us?
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The teams gonna get rebuilt any way so yes no one is off limits if you can get a good trade.
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You guys must have never seen Jay Fiedler, A.J. Feeley, John Beck, Cleo Lemon, etc., etc., etc. ad nauseum!
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Id trade him for a 3rd. We wouldn't be able to trade him until next off season though correct? The way his bank accounts set up.
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The Jets likely won't be picking in the top 15, even if they make the playoffs Bowles might feel his team can only go so far with with Fitzpatrick ...would we be willing to trade within the division? ....a lot of things can happen this offseason, Kirk Cousins is a FA, Washington is in the drivers seat of the nfc east, how does that situation play out, does Kirk stay in Washington? if not the skins could have interest...Denver will be picking late, Houston will be picking in the late teens, early 20s probably.
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Yep.. The OP lists 7 plausible teams that might trade a 1st for him but he sucks according to some... makes no sense now does it. So trade your starting QB to watch him do well on another team while you get an extra pick ( granted a 1st) with a horrible draft for QB's..
Makes zero sense so its likely the Dolphins will do it!RevRick likes this. -
A 7th rounder for a starting NFL QB. Lol good one.
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And LOL @ the poll in this thread. No GM would trade a 1st round pick for Tannehill. NONE.
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For a bag of chips, LB. For a bag of chips.
Scotty, every organization doesn't think/operate the same. And ego plays a huge part in the decisions made. 'We can change him,' or 'they don't know what they're doing down there.' Here's to hoping Jerrah wants to bring THill back home. -
I do. Like you said Tannehill is an average starting QB and that is worth a lot in today's NFL.
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Regardless if Tannehill is our QB or not, we have to build some better talent on this team, especially on the OL. I have my doubts on Tannehill ever becoming a top 10 QB and as a result would be willing to trade him for a 1st round pick. This would probably set our team back a couple of years giving us some chance at franchise QB's in the top 5 picks for the next couple of years.
In the meantime, we could parlay that extra first round pick into two impact defensive players. If we could find a top tier DE, LB or S to go with Suh and Jones, then I think we have the makings of a championship defense. I think we'd still need to find some better starters at DE, LB or CB but that would be a great core.
Assuming we end being a 5th and got the #15 pick for Tannehill, if you end up with Hargreaves III, Jaylon Smith at ILB and Shalique Calhoun in the 2nd round, that would be a pretty epic draft and it would be exciting to watch our defense. You couple that in with the continued development of Phillips and McCain, and this team is going to be a playoff contender defensively. -
a starting QB if you want to go 8-8 every year, miss big plays for 3 yard checkdowns constantly, coverage sacked often, sure. he's a backup quarterback otherwise.dolphin25 likes this.
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Just wow. I got nothing to say if you really think Tannehill can't start in this league with the QB questions all over the league.eltos_lightfoot likes this.
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Okay? All what matter if we're trying to trade is if a team can see that he's a better option than what they have at the moment and he's a better option than whatever the Browns, Rams, 49ers, Bills, Jets, Texans, and Redskins have.
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Ryan Tannehill is BARELY better than Chad Henne. 2 years from now, if you're still here, RT17 will be lucky to be a backup QB in the NFL.dolphin25 likes this.
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Lol okay man. You're just straight bashing Tannehill. So, this will go nowhere.
Henne never had nearly as good of a season Tannehill had last year or even this year but yeah Tannehill is barely better.eltos_lightfoot likes this. -
That's only because I think Ryan Tannehill is one of the worst QBs in the NFL. Stick around. You'll know the truth sooner than later.
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Okay. I just now know I can just pay no mind to most of your comments.
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Yeah i remember when Henne was on the Dolphins and fans really defended him left and right till the very end.I can understand rooting for your team and wanting to believe your franchise has chosen what is best for it. But Tannahill was a reach and a project that never developed. I remember Ross saying the same thing about Henne being the next Marino and look where he is today. I view Tannahill as Henne all over again.. a 8-8 QB at best ...:sad:MAFishFan, dolphin25 and CashInFist like this.
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Its not as simple as IF he is a better option. He will account for a high % of your salary cap AND you think any of those teams will part with a luxury like a 1st Rd pick?
Dont see it. But if someone does? We better pounce on it.
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That's my point. Someone might. Like the rams and browns are real hungry in finding a decent QB and Tannehill might be that guy for them.
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