Tag: Dolphins grades

Grading the Miami Dolphins cornerbacks after their 2021 season

They were all solid, but one stood above the rest.

The Miami Dolphins are nearing the end of their coaching search, as they are down to two final candidates for the position. Now, would be as good of a time as any to evaluate the performances of the guys who were actually on the field throughout this past season.

We’ll be going through different position groups over the next week or so and reviewing how they played in 2021. After starting with the rookies, quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, offensive linemen, defensive linemen, and linebackers we’ll continue the defense with the guys who are charged with limiting the receivers. These are the grades for the Dolphins cornerbacks during this campaign.

Grading the Miami Dolphins linebackers after their 2021 season

Most of the linebackers lived up to expectations.

The Miami Dolphins are nearing the end of their coaching search after firing Brian Flores on Black Monday, so this is as good of a time as any to review and evaluate the performances of the guys who were actually on the field this past season.

We’ll be going through different position groups over the next week or so and reviewing how they played in 2021. After starting with the rookies, quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, offensive linemen, and defensive linemen, we’ll continue the defense with the second level. These are the grades for the Dolphins linebackers during this campaign.

Grading the Miami Dolphins defensive linemen after their 2021 season

The big guys did their jobs.

The Miami Dolphins didn’t make the jump that many thought they could in 2021, as they ended the year with a 9-8 record and just outside the postseason.

During this time, it’s appropriate to reflect on the performances of the guys who impacted the outcomes on the field.

We’ll be going through different position groups over the next week or so and reviewing how they played in 2021. After starting with the rookies, quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, and offensive linemen, we’ll start the defense with the big men up front. These are the grades for the Dolphins defensive linemen during this campaign.

Grading the Miami Dolphins offensive linemen after their 2021 season

The group wasn’t great.

The Miami Dolphins 2021 season came to an end after beating the New England Patriots in Week 18 to secure a winning season. Despite the result, the team fired their head coach and have begun a search for their next leader.

During this time, it’s appropriate to reflect on the play of the guys who impacted the outcomes on the field.

We’ll be going through different positions over the next week or so and reviewing how they played in 2021. After starting with the rookies, quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends, we’ll round out the offense with a look at the big boys up front. These are the grades for the Dolphins offensive linemen during this campaign.

Grading the Miami Dolphins tight ends after their 2021 season

Miami got some solid performances from tight ends this year.

The Miami Dolphins have ended their 2021 season with a winning record, but they missed the postseason yet again and fired their head coach.

Now, it’s time to reflect and talk about the players who impacted the outcomes on the field.

We’ll be going through different positions over the next week or so and reviewing how they played in 2021. After starting with the rookies, quarterbacks, running backs, and wide receivers, we’ll take a look at the guys who tend to work the middle of the field and help with some blocking. These are the grades for the Dolphins tight ends during this campaign.

Grading the Miami Dolphins quarterbacks after their 2021 season

Here’s how the quarterbacks played.

The Miami Dolphins finished their 2021 season with a 9-8 record and just barely missed the postseason again.

While other teams are beginning their playoff quest for a Super Bowl, it’s time to do some reflecting for the team in Miami. They’ve moved on from their coach, so it’s only right to honestly evaluate the guys who were making plays on the field.

We’ll be going through different positions over the next week or so and reviewing how they played in 2021. After starting with the rookies, we’ll look at the signal-callers. These are the grades for the Dolphins quarterback during this campaign.

Grading the Dolphins 2021 rookie class after their first year

Overall, the rookies were solid this year.

The Miami Dolphins finished their 2021 season with a 9-8 record and just outside of the postseason for the second straight year.

While a lot of the attention since then has been on ownership and the front office with the firing of Brian Flores, and rightfully so, there still needs to be some reflection about the play of the guys on the field.

We’ll be going through different positions over the next week or so and reviewing how they played in 2021, but we’re starting with the young guys. These are the grades for the Dolphins rookies after their first season in the NFL.