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Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland on hot seat

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08:42 AM ET 09.09 | The Dolphins must emerge from 2012 knowing exactly what they have in Ryan Tannehill, but also critical is this: Owner Stephen Ross must decide whether Jeff Ireland is the right man long-term for the franchise???s most important position, aside from quarterback. Ross made clear he expects a winning team in 2012, though some of Ireland's moves suggest he's far more concerned with 2013 than 2012. A friend of Ross believes Ireland will be in serious trouble if the Dolphins bomb. He insists Ross does not have "blind faith" in his general manager. Another close business associate of Ross said Ireland probably would not survive a 5-11 season but cautioned there could be scenarios in which the Dolphins have a losing record but Ross still keeps Ireland.

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September 9, 2012  09:08 AM ET

Man these clowns sure do try to haul that hot seat around a lot

September 9, 2012  09:26 AM ET

Is it wise to put Ireland and bomb in the same article.

September 9, 2012  09:32 AM ET

They're gonna stink this year. Dust off that resume, Mr. Ireland.

September 9, 2012  09:38 AM ET

Ok, folks, it's finally here! Here are my picks for week one.

Falcons over the Chiefs.
Eagles beat the Browns
Lions beat the Rams
Saints beat the Redskins.
Bills beat the Jets.
Bears over the Colts
Vikings beat the Jags
Texans beat the Dolphins
Patriots over the Titans
Panthers over the Bucs.
Seahawks beat the Cardinals
Broncos beat the Steelers
Ravens bust up the Bungles
And the Raiders beat the Chargers.

September 9, 2012  09:42 AM ET
QUOTE(#4):

Ok, folks, it's finally here! Here are my picks for week one. Falcons over the Chiefs. Eagles beat the BrownsLions beat the RamsSaints beat the Redskins. Bills beat the Jets.Bears over the ColtsVikings beat the JagsTexans beat the DolphinsPatriots over the TitansPanthers over the Bucs. Seahawks beat the CardinalsBroncos beat the SteelersRavens bust up the BunglesAnd the Raiders beat the Chargers.

How about 49ers and Packers?

September 9, 2012  09:44 AM ET
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How about 49ers and Packers?

D'oh! How did I miss that!?! I say the Pack beats the 9ers today.

By the way, is your monicker an homage to one of the greatest guitar players of all time, Robert Fripp?

September 9, 2012  09:45 AM ET
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Man these clowns sure do try to haul that hot seat around a lot

As far as GMs are concerned, it should be a hot seat built for two... room for Ireland, and room for A.J. Smith.

September 9, 2012  09:47 AM ET
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D'oh! How did I miss that!?! I say the Pack beats the 9ers today. By the way, is your monicker an homage to one of the greatest guitar players of all time, Robert Fripp?

Yes it is. I take it you're a fan?

September 9, 2012  09:51 AM ET
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Yes it is. I take it you're a fan?

I am indeed. I enjoy his stuff.

September 9, 2012  09:52 AM ET
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As far as GMs are concerned, it should be a hot seat built for two... room for Ireland, and room for A.J. Smith.

AJ Smith of San Diego? I think he and Norv are gone by the end of the year. Norv might get his exit slip a little sooner than that even.

September 9, 2012  10:01 AM ET
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How about 49ers and Packers?

Too close to call, I imagine. But should be the best game of the weekend.

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September 9, 2012  10:08 AM ET
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Manning is facing the one team that pounds the QB. If he survives this game that'll be a good sign. Look for PIT to have their usual 12-4/11-5 type of season.

But their runningback is coming off of a serious knee injury and that defense is getting older. Toss in a new offensive coordinator, and I'm not so sure about that. I think they're good enough for the playoffs, but I would go with a 9-7 season prediction for them.

September 9, 2012  10:20 AM ET
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But their runningback is coming off of a serious knee injury and that defense is getting older. Toss in a new offensive coordinator, and I'm not so sure about that. I think they're good enough for the playoffs, but I would go with a 9-7 season prediction for them.

The Steelers don't really run the ball like they used to anymore. They didn't last year and they still had a very good regular season. Their offense is about Big Ben and those receivers. As long as he is healthy, they are going to be good. The defense will still be very good and they'll be at least 11-5 this season.

September 9, 2012  10:23 AM ET
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Ok, folks, it's finally here! Here are my picks for week one. Falcons over the Chiefs. Eagles beat the BrownsLions beat the RamsSaints beat the Redskins. Bills beat the Jets.Bears over the ColtsVikings beat the JagsTexans beat the DolphinsPatriots over the TitansPanthers over the Bucs. Seahawks beat the CardinalsBroncos beat the SteelersRavens bust up the BunglesAnd the Raiders beat the Chargers.

Jets, Bucs, Steelers and 49ers will pull out their games this week 1.

September 9, 2012  10:24 AM ET
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Jets, Bucs, Steelers and 49ers will pull out their games this week 1.

+1 for the 49ers

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September 9, 2012  10:27 AM ET
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Jets, Bucs, Steelers and 49ers will pull out their games this week 1.

The Bills aren't superstars, but have the Jets even scored a TD in the preseason? Also, Bucs have a new coach, and I was wavering a bit on this one. But in the end, I'm a converted Cam Newton believer. I think the guy is a stud.

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September 9, 2012  10:34 AM ET

You can fire Ireland or not, Mr. Ross. But you aren't going to like your GMs until Brady retires.

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