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Brandon Marshall to Chicago: How this makes sense for Miami

Found March 13, 2012 on The Penalty Flag: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Brandon Marshall,  Reggie Bush
TEAMS: Chicago Bears,  Miami Dolphins
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As Brandon Marshallpacks his bags to make a new home in Chicago it leaves many of us scratching our heads regarding the decision making of the Miami Dolphins. Receiving two third round draft picks for a pro-bowl wide receiver doesn’t seem like it was worth it for Miami, but further investigation shows that it could be.  1. Peyton Manning  It doesn’t seem right that Peyton met with the Arizona Cardinals and Denver Broncos at their organization while not giving the Dolphins the same courtesy. Manning met with new head coach Joe Philbin and the offensive coordinator during a brief stay in Indianapolis.
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