Today's 2nd Sign That the Apocalypse is Upon Us

I think Dolphins fans better brace themselves for the shock of seeing Zach Thomas put on a Patriots uniform at a press conference sometime in the near future. NFL.com is reporting that Thomas received a contract offer from New England after today's visit. Zach presumably completed New England's physical, clearing him to play.

Technically, Zach still has visits to New Orleans and Dallas to go to. Also, about a half dozen other teams have called with interest in the former Dolphins LB. However, I would find it hard to believe that he would turn down a fair salary from the best team in pro football. The Giants may have won the Super Bowl, but the Patriots remain the elite franchise in the sport.

Watching him play against us two times a year will be a bitter pill to swallow. We've already seen it with guys like Wes Welker, Junior Seau, and even Heath Evans, who gained over 100 yards against us in one appearance. But Zach meant more to this franchise than any player since Dan Marino. Seeing him play for the enemy is not something many people in South Florida will be happy about.

Frankly, I want him to succeed. Another Patriots championship isn't a problem with me unless they are going undefeated. I know this Dolphins team will be terrible. I expect them to finish last in the AFC East, so losing Thomas to New England doesn't really have an effect on the short-term success of this team. I hate the Patsies as a fan, but the rational human being in me knows it's the best fit for Zach and he will have a chance to get what he has earned through 12 seasons in the NFL.