Miami rap legend advocates for Dolphins to rescue Shedeur Sanders from Browns' wrath
The Miami Dolphins are heading into what could be a period of serious change. Head coach Mike McDaniel is on the hot seat, and this year’s squad just doesn’t seem to have the juice to save his job. Starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa may also be nearing the end of his tenure in Miami.
“His contract guarantees his pay through 2026. If the Dolphins fall flat and change coaches, the next coach likely will want a fresh start at quarterback. While the cap charges will complicate a split before 2027, every high-end quarterback contract eventually leads to a big cap charge when the relationship ends. The next coach (and the next G.M., if owner Stephen Ross cleans house) may want to rip the Band-Aid off in one motion,” Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio wrote.
There doesn’t seem to be as much confidence in Tagovailoa from the organization as there once was.
“What is interesting is that Miami may not have the same confidence they had in him two years ago. They could have created $19 million in cap room with a simple restructure, but opted not to do so, citing they didn't need the extra money,” Phin Phanatic’s Brian Miller noted.
If the Dolphins decide to move on, Miami rap legend Luther “Luke” Campbell has proposed a bold move: acquiring Shedeur Sanders in a trade.
“Dear Miami Dolphins front office: trade for Shedeur Sanders. We’ve got world-class speed on the perimeter and a creative offense—pair that with a young QB who’s built for big moments and let him develop in Miami. Cleveland’s QB room is crowded; there’s a window to make a smart move for our future. Do right by the city—go get him,” Campbell posted.
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Sanders hasn’t been given many opportunities in the Browns system and has reportedly been throwing to equipment staff at times. He could develop behind Tagovailoa, and if Miami decides to move on, he could be ready to step in. The Dolphins have the weapons to support him, though the offensive line remains a major concern. Still, Sanders might thrive in Miami’s high-octane environment.
Lions Offensive Line Already a Clear Roadblock for Super Bowl Chances
Over the past few seasons, the Detroit Lions' offensive line has been among the top in football. Their dominating presence wore opponents down, leading to them playing worse the next week. However, entering this season, there were questions about how the unit would perform.
With center Frank Ragnow's surprising retirement, Detroit would be supporting an entirely new interior of the offensive line in 2025. Lions fans quickly realized how different the team looks without even average interior offensive line play in their Week 1 loss to the Green Bay Packers. If the interior offensive line play doesn't shape up quickly, the Lions' chances of making a Super Bowl run drop significantly.
Lions Interior Offensive Line Was a Glaring Issue in Week 1
In Week 1, the Lions center and offensive guards allowed three sacks, two quarterback hits, four quarterback hurries, and nine quarterback pressures, according to PFF. Moreover, none of them logged above a 55.0 overall grade.
Center Graham Glasgow had the worst performance, earning himself a 43.6 overall grade. One of his worst plays of the day came on a fourth-quarter run when the Lions were backed up inside their five-yard line. On this play, Glasgow and right guard Tate Ratledge were blocking the air while Rashan Gary and Colby Wooden tackled David Montgomery at Detroit's own one-yard line.
Ratledge even admitted his debut wasn't the best. After the game, the rookie said, "Obviously, starting (with) myself, I got to go out there and be better. I did not have my best game where I needed to play (well). Did not play to this team's standard, especially not this offensive line room's standard. So, I've got to go in, go to work, and try to get better from it."
Hearing these words from a rookie should excite fans. Typically, rookies aren't this self-critical. Sure, most will tell you if they had a bad game, but also mention that they are still learning. Ratledge didn't do that and instead took full responsibility because he understands the Lions are striving for greatness.
Despite the other two linemen not speaking with the media after the game, they also likely understand that they didn't play up to standards. Be that as it may, it's paramount that everyone plays better moving forward. If they fail to do so, the offensive line will remain a clear roadblock standing between the Lions and a Super Bowl run in 2025.
