Monday at 4 p.m. (EST) is the deadline for NFL teams to apply the franchise tag to their looming unrestricted free agents. And since Dolphins general manager Jeff Ireland has said the team will likely use the designation and defensive tackle Randy Starks seems a logical designee, as I told you on Feb. 19, we await what seems inevitable.
Apparently Starks has gotten wind either directly from the team or other avenues that he might be a franchise tag target -- particularly since negotiations for a long-term deal haven't exactly proved fruitful.
[Update: The Dolphins do indeed plan to place the franchise tag on Starks, sources say.]
So Starks on Sunday did what NFL players in 2013 do when they have something to say.
He took to twitter.
"I want to be a Dolphin!!!" Starks tweeted with multiple exclamation points. "Not just for one more year ..."
Well, clearly it seems Starks wants to be with the team longterm and not just for the one-year franchise designation. That franchise tag would guarantee Starks up to $8.45 million for one year in exchange for the exclusive rights to him. It would also cost the Dolphins that same amount off their salary cap space. But it is effectively only a one-year deal.
And Starks wants a multi-year contract.
And on that topic the Dolphins and Starks agent Tony Paige have been discussing a deal but the sides have opposing views of what that discussion is over. The Dolphins believe they're making a solid effort to keep Starks with a good long-term offer. Starks side believes the Dolphins are trying to pay K-Mart prices for a Pro Bowl player.
Starks also says he's not adverse to giving the Dolphins a hometown discount but that has a limit.
"Discount yeah clearence rack heck no," Starks tweeted. "I want to be here and finish here!"
You people make me sick support your damn team already , heck I go to 2 games a year and I live in jersey
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 06:35 PM
So who is the loser now jack ars
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 06:36 PM
why is evertone down on werner, just cause mayock the mouth says he will be average, not what i see on film
Posted by: mike | March 03, 2013 at 06:37 PM
LONG IS WASTE OF MONEY...
HE'S INJURED FOR THE REST OF HIS LIFE ....
THE
CELLAR ....
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 06:38 PM
I would rather have a 6'7 280 lbs African American man that scares the shyt out everyone like William gohlston mich. st
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 06:41 PM
MARC,
IF ROSS BUYS THE EMPTY SEATS,IT MEANS HE'S NOT PAYING A DIME B/C HE OWNS THE WHOLE THING......
STILL, I DECLARE YOU YOU A GOOD FAN .NOT LIKE THE (( LOVE BOYS )) GANG...
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 06:41 PM
Ok thanks I just want to see us win again it's been a long time
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 06:43 PM
AS LONG AS OUR GARAGE MANAGER RUNS THIS TEAM FOR HIS OWN AGENDA ,,,,,,,,,,\\\
YOU WILL NEVER WIN AGAIN,,,,,,
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 06:45 PM
Aloco
It is very possible that Ireland and co. Can pull this thing off its all there in front of us
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 06:45 PM
Interesting series 'A Football Life' on NFL Network.
Saw an episode recently about the old Rams 'Fearsome Foursome' defensive line. Pretty funny to learn that Merlin Olsen (and his family) were loyal members of the Communist Party who were even received as honored guests in the old Soviet Union. Never heard that before!
Posted by: john t. | March 03, 2013 at 06:45 PM
Dude I can build this team with47 mill. To spend and 10 picks and I'd do it for free
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 06:46 PM
MARC.....
THE HISTORY OF OUR GARAGE MANAGER OF BEING IRISH ,TELLS ME ,HE 'S IN IT FOR HIMSELF ....
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 06:47 PM
Marc from nj
dont pay any attention to Harmel. He comes in here everyday saying the exact same thing trying to get someone to respond to him. dont waste your time.
Posted by: mattybfromnc | March 03, 2013 at 06:48 PM
What about last years big playmaker- legade nanneeeeeee
enuf said
Posted by: mike | March 03, 2013 at 06:49 PM
THE CRIMES WHICH WERE DONE BY THE VIKINGS IN THEIR TIME FROM KILLING,,RAPING WOMEN AND YOUNG GIRLS AND BOYS ,WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN BY TODAY'S YOUNG PEOPLE..........
VIKINGS=KILLERS .
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 06:52 PM
NFLdotcom is reporting Jake Long has indicated he's looking for 11 Million per year. Who's willing to pay that for a guy who didn't finish the last 2 years?
Posted by: dadsmithwest | March 03, 2013 at 06:54 PM
It is more than obvious that if they let Jake walk, Ireland is absolutely sure that he has his replacement.
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 06:55 PM
OSCAR...HOW COME YOU ALWAYS COME UP WITH THE OBVIOUS .AS IN YOUR LAST POST @ 6;55 PM....
PLEASE, TRY TO COME UP WITH SOME THING NEW..
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 06:58 PM
Jake on the other hand, doesn't care if he stays a Dolphin. He's simply a gun for hire looking for the highest offer which is fine if you're a selfish, egotistical jerk that only cares about money.
Posted by: We Need Playmakers | March 03, 2013 at 06:13 PM
You just described 99.99% of all successful businessmen. Make no mistake, this is a business.
Time for you to grow up and realize that these games mean nothing beyond entertainment, and the players go to the highest bidder in most cases.
Posted by: Miro | March 03, 2013 at 06:20 PM
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WNP like most bloggers here is very naive and unaware how the world turns.
Posted by: Paisley | March 03, 2013 at 06:58 PM
big Sam Baker is in the fold
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 06:59 PM
The Irish Man can ill afford any big mistake now, either in FAgency or with the Draft's high picks. So expect him to be conservative this Year also on either place.
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 07:00 PM
Jake should be on his knees after what we just paid him the last 5 years ,would 7 or 8 million be such a bad thing
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 07:01 PM
Safe is good I can live with safe
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 07:02 PM
Well, ALoco, many People saying, including yourself, that JMart won't be able to handle he LT position. Obviously, if Ireland lets Jake walk, he differs from yourselves.
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 07:04 PM
All these agents see Miami has some good money and are looking to get there player a big piece. Ireland going to offer him what he thinks he worth, not anything more. This is exactly what the tag is for. A player you can't afford to lose at this time. There are quite a few good DT's in the draft Miami should get one in 2nd or 3rd round. If we end up tagging Starks both are starting DT's will be FA next year. Dolphins need some bargaining leverage.
Posted by: Doug | March 03, 2013 at 07:05 PM
This team will transform into a power in the next few years
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 07:05 PM
OSCAR....WE WILL BE IN THE CELLAR NEXT YEAR ....AS LONG AS THE GARAGE MANAGER HAS HIS OWN AGENDA,,JUST GOING IN CIRCLES ,IN THE CELLAR WITH NO WINDOWS TO ESCAPE....
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 07:06 PM
Your opinion, ALoco.
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 07:07 PM
We will challenge New England this year
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 07:08 PM
Ireland is showing patience. This is a sign of maturity and strength. Obviously he has a plan B for all of our FA's. He is armed very well to handle the situation with both plenty of cap room and plenty of picks.
Posted by: Carl | March 03, 2013 at 07:09 PM
My wife bought me a Reggie Bush jersey for my birthday(Wonder what Mr Ross& Jeff are Gonna get me?)I need Playmakers dog gone it!!!!!
Posted by: SimsPlaya | March 03, 2013 at 07:09 PM
MARC....
EASY KILLER, CHALLENGING MEW ENGLAND ???????
WE DON'T EVEN HAVE A WR WHO CAN SCORE MORE THAN 1 TD IN 16 PLAYED ,......
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 07:11 PM
I wouldn't count on NE dominating much longer, if at all. It is very rare for a team to sustain success as long as they have. Brady at his age is more fragile than ever. One little injury can change that team dramatically for years to come.
Posted by: Carl | March 03, 2013 at 07:12 PM
Yes. FAgency this Year is stacked with good Players and will become more so. We must be patient even if we don't like it.
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 07:14 PM
We will have 3 new wr next year plus a new te and probably a true power back along with a new de and a couple of cb philbin is reshaping this team to his vision ......the plan will unfold on march 12
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 07:17 PM
OSCAR ....
LIFE
IS SHORT....
VIKINGS = KILLERS
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 07:17 PM
AGENEW,
ANY ONE............... ?
GAFFENEY ,
ANY ONE ................. ?
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 07:19 PM
Obviously, NE is our prime target for our Division. Right, ALoco? So, big time pass rusher from the opposite side of Wake. Yes, ALoco?
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 07:19 PM
Within two months, we will have a very clear idea as to exactly what we have in the 'new' Ireland and Philbin. I am optimistic enough to predict a playoff win in 2013.
Posted by: Carl | March 03, 2013 at 07:21 PM
AGREE OSCAR...
WAKE NEEDS HELP ...............
BUT THEN ,YOU NEED MANY PLAYERS ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 07:21 PM
Wallace,steadman baily ,Kenny stills,Dustin Keller ,staphon Taylor Joseph fuaria
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 07:22 PM
I JUST ATE ROMANO CHEESE FROM WHOLE FOOD,,,,
THE CHEESE TASTES LIKE HEAVEN,NOT LIKE ANY OTHER CHEESE YOU BUY FROM THE WAL-MART STYLE FOOD STORES.......
WHOLE FOODS ROCKS..
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 07:24 PM
You seem to be a High Class People, ALoco, just like Carl is. Good.
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 07:28 PM
OSCAR..I AM VERY AWARE OF FOOD ,,WHEN YOU GO AND BUY FISH OR MEAT FROM WHOLE FOOD,I KNOW I AM PAYING 4 DOLLARS EXTRA PER POUND FOR MEAT OR FISH....BUT YOU KNOW THE PRODUCT IS REALY TOP NOTCH AND VERY CLEAN ....
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 07:30 PM
ANOTHER THING ABOUT WHOLE FOOD,YOU NEVER SMELL ANY STANGE ODORS THERE ............
THE
NORMAL FOOD STORE'S ODOR ......
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 07:32 PM
STRANGE
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 07:32 PM
I don't blame you for it, ALoco, I commend you.
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 07:35 PM
It has always been Man and his Circumstances.
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 07:38 PM
Where is Whole Foods?
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 07:40 PM
THERE R FEW STORES AROUND MIAMI ,WITH ONE OPENING SOON IN DOWN TOWN MIAMI ..
I JUST GOOGLED IT.
Posted by: ALoco | March 03, 2013 at 07:44 PM
Thanks.
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 07:45 PM
Sign Starks to a multi year deal already! It will be less of a cap hit than the franchise tag and will keep a very good player here for the next 3-5 yrs!
Posted by: phins5150 | March 03, 2013 at 07:47 PM
- You fukkking butchers, you're eating the middle of the Round! - But, Sir,...
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 07:52 PM
I like Sapito. So does my Son.
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 07:54 PM
Let,s hope they work the draft, free agency is spendy for used players. Success in free agency is rare. JI did manage to hoard alot of draft picks, Why send tons now for free agents when you can buils with draft, gonna take Thill 2 more years anyway.
Posted by: dog party | March 03, 2013 at 07:54 PM
BOBBY D what is you dont have unstand?? i put on there about jeff Irelands and randy starns there have the contracet on paper or he wll get only the year of money WHY DONT YOU UNDERSTAND THAT???
Posted by: bidniss | March 03, 2013 at 05:03 PM
Impersonator...ban them as you said you would!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: bidniss | March 03, 2013 at 08:03 PM
No Tag yet, no Tag. Hmm...
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 08:04 PM
Very tender Meat, always cook in butter, Pure butter.
Posted by: oscar canosa | March 03, 2013 at 08:08 PM
That is terrible advice Oscar, just terrible.
Posted by: PG13 | March 03, 2013 at 08:11 PM
Very high in fat Oscar it's not good for you
Posted by: Marc from nj | March 03, 2013 at 08:23 PM