What would constitute a “successful” season by the Miami Dolphins?

Aug 14, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) talks to his teammates during their game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Eileen T. Meslar-USA TODAY Sports

I hate to get all First Takey with this headline, but as I’m sitting here watching Clemson and Georgia play a defensive game in the first half, all while I sip on the sponsor of this blog, Bell’s Two Hearted Ale I got to thinking. I started to think out loud to the four dogs I currently have at my house: What do the Miami Dolphins have to do this upcoming season to be considered a “successful” season?

The answer to this question, I believe, is it’s a bit more complex than…