Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. Philosopher and novelist George Santayana coined that metaphor many years ago and to some degree it has been proven to be true. For the past few seasons, the Miami Dolphins have found themselves in a rut, making the same mistakes despite trying slightly different methods.
But perhaps, the key is not to try something totally different and totally new. Perhaps now, the past can teach them a lesson in a different manner. Let's look back at the last time the Miami Dolphins were deemed a successful football team, made the playoffs, and how they got there.