Miami has informed Zach Thomas they will release him - The Orange Mane

HEAV · 02-14-2008, 01:09 PM

Miami has informed perennial Pro Bowl linebacker Zach Thomas they will release him Thursday, FOXSports.com has learned.

Thomas, like the rest of the Dolphins, suffered through a miserable 2007 season. He suffered a concussion on the field and injuries in a car accident that limited his play.

After missing several games, the Dolphins finished Thomas' season for him when they placed him on injured reserve in December.

Thomas instantly became a fan favorite his rookie year and went on to become one of the league's most well-known tackling machines.

In the last couple of months, Thomas has told FOXSports.com he thought his release was imminent due to his salary. However, Thomas also said that he is not ready to hang up the cleats.

Thomas played in just five games in 2007, recording 52 tackles and one sack. The Dolphins finished the season with a 1-15 record.

illbroncsfn · 02-14-2008, 01:12 PM

Just saw the news........And let the posting begin!!!!!

IMHO, Thomas at this stage of his career is nothing more than a stop gap, and really would have been a much better move last year for the Broncos than this year, especially considering familiarity w/Bate's scheme.

Gcver2ver3 · 02-14-2008, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by illbroncsfn

Just saw the news........And let the posting begin!!!!!

IMHO, Thomas at this stage of his career is nothing more than a stop gap, and really would have been a much better move last year for the Broncos than this year, especially considering familiarity w/Bate's scheme.

i agree....

pass...

Traveler · 02-14-2008, 01:53 PM

Pass! Continue the youth movement.

TheChamp24 · 02-14-2008, 02:02 PM

Did anyone get the feeling the Pats were licking their chops when they heard an old fart LB like Thomas would be available?

broncosteven · 02-14-2008, 02:18 PM

Will they be cutting Jason Taylor this offseason?

FantomForce · 02-14-2008, 02:47 PM

They sure are shaking things up in Miami, he Dolphs how'd that Wes Welker thing work out again?

El Guapo · 02-14-2008, 02:59 PM

Welcome to the Parcells era. He did a knock up job building up dallas.

PatsWin2002 · 02-14-2008, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by jth1331

Did anyone get the feeling the Pats were licking their chops when they heard an old fart LB like Thomas would be available?

Just what we need...another old linebacker!

HEAV · 02-14-2008, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by broncosteven

Will they be cutting Jason Taylor this offseason?

I wish!

Never know a trade could happen, but Denver needs outside backer and O-line more than D-End.

Crushaholic · 02-14-2008, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by jth1331

Did anyone get the feeling the Pats were licking their chops when they heard an old fart LB like Thomas would be available?

And yet, the Patriots were one game from a perfect season (albeit, they lost in the one game that matters). You have to blend youth with experience. Shanahan TRIED to do that with Simeon Rice and Sam Adams(which didn't turn out very well). However, this may be the answer we are seeking at MLB until a new player is groomed in that position.

montrose · 02-14-2008, 03:24 PM

Man the NFL is a cold-hearted business.

HEAV · 02-14-2008, 03:29 PM

I like watching Zach play, but concussions for a linebacker are scary.

It would be crazy to but all you're eggs in a Zach basket and have them crushed by an other concussion and still have a hole to fill.

SportinOne · 02-14-2008, 04:26 PM

Who said anything about putting all of your eggs in a Zach basket? Does that mean that we'd be putting all of our eggs in a Winborn basket if DJ moves back to outside linebacker. Zach isn't going to get 5 a year anywhere he signs. It'd be worth the risk in my opinion. Then again, i wish we could have just kept Al, but whatever. The real issue on this defense is not the linebackers anyway, so whether we get him or not we still need to upgrade you know what...

Atlas · 02-14-2008, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by broncosteven

Will they be cutting Jason Taylor this offseason?

There are a lot of playersin the NFL I'd rather have than Taylor. Hopefully DE will be a Bronco strength. Lots of youth and promise there. I'd rather have Karlos Dansby or Lance Briggs.

cmhargrove · 02-14-2008, 05:08 PM

NO

I love Zach Thomas - five years ago...

Let's draft some young-ens.

02-14-2008, 01:09 PM	#1
HEAV Ring of Famer It's about the Team Join Date: May 2003 Location: The Ville Posts: 12,077 Adopt-a-Bronco: Brian Dawkins	Miami has informed Zach Thomas they will release him Miami has informed perennial Pro Bowl linebacker Zach Thomas they will release him Thursday, FOXSports.com has learned. Thomas, like the rest of the Dolphins, suffered through a miserable 2007 season. He suffered a concussion on the field and injuries in a car accident that limited his play. After missing several games, the Dolphins finished Thomas' season for him when they placed him on injured reserve in December. Thomas instantly became a fan favorite his rookie year and went on to become one of the league's most well-known tackling machines. In the last couple of months, Thomas has told FOXSports.com he thought his release was imminent due to his salary. However, Thomas also said that he is not ready to hang up the cleats. Thomas played in just five games in 2007, recording 52 tackles and one sack. The Dolphins finished the season with a 1-15 record.

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02-14-2008, 01:12 PM	#2
illbroncsfn Ring of Famer adopt a bronco- Barrel Man's Barrel Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Land o' Lincoln Posts: 3,993	Just saw the news........And let the posting begin!!!!! IMHO, Thomas at this stage of his career is nothing more than a stop gap, and really would have been a much better move last year for the Broncos than this year, especially considering familiarity w/Bate's scheme.

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Traveler Traveling Man! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 4,408 Adopt-a-Bronco: Ryan Clady	Pass! Continue the youth movement.

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TheChamp24 DERP DERP DERP The Legend Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Broncos Country Posts: 4,874	Did anyone get the feeling the Pats were licking their chops when they heard an old fart LB like Thomas would be available?

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broncosteven The Kranz Dictum MWA: Flight Director Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Tranquility Base Posts: 29,008 Adopt-a-Bronco: MONEYBALL #38	Will they be cutting Jason Taylor this offseason?

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FantomForce Long live the Mane! The Incredible BULK! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Silt, Colorado Posts: 2,028	They sure are shaking things up in Miami, he Dolphs how'd that Wes Welker thing work out again?

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El Guapo aka mav_7. who? Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: VA (heart is in TX) Posts: 3,444	Welcome to the Parcells era. He did a knock up job building up dallas.

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montrose Ring of Famer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 6,095 Adopt-a-Bronco: VP John Elway	Man the NFL is a cold-hearted business.

02-14-2008, 03:29 PM	#13
HEAV Ring of Famer It's about the Team Join Date: May 2003 Location: The Ville Posts: 12,077 Adopt-a-Bronco: Brian Dawkins	I like watching Zach play, but concussions for a linebacker are scary. It would be crazy to but all you're eggs in a Zach basket and have them crushed by an other concussion and still have a hole to fill.

02-14-2008, 04:26 PM	#14
SportinOne Ring of Famer Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 3,422	Who said anything about putting all of your eggs in a Zach basket? Does that mean that we'd be putting all of our eggs in a Winborn basket if DJ moves back to outside linebacker. Zach isn't going to get 5 a year anywhere he signs. It'd be worth the risk in my opinion. Then again, i wish we could have just kept Al, but whatever. The real issue on this defense is not the linebackers anyway, so whether we get him or not we still need to upgrade you know what...

02-14-2008, 05:08 PM	#16
cmhargrove Is this thing on??? Travis Henry's love child... Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 6,396 Adopt-a-Bronco: Peyton Hillis	NO I love Zach Thomas - five years ago... Let's draft some young-ens.