Wednesday, September 12, 2007

Phins sign safeties Darius, Thompson...and J.B. Brown

We can't blame the Phins for procrastinating. As expected, the team signed Donovin Darius, and also added a former Titan -- Lamont Thompson. Looking on the bright side, at least we got some experience back there, and regardless of whomever wins the safety job, I assume the other will line up in the nickel and dime packages.

Thompson's not a bad signing considering the short notice. According to the Sun-Sentinel article, he accumulated 77 tackles and three picks last season (Pro Football Reference says 55 tackles. I assume these are unassisted).

These two will do.

To make room, Miami cut defensive end Akbar Gbaja-Biamila, which is a tad shocking seeing as though he kicked ass in the preseason.

Meanwhile, it looks as if Jason Allen is sitting tight at the cornerback position despite his background as a safety. This poor guy's got a target on his back.

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