Former Cardinals standout says he's "a game-changer," and plans to show that in 2010 with Dolphins

By Omar Kelly, Sun Sentinel

7:43 PM EDT, August 11, 2010

DAVIE —There's no doubt in Karlos Dansby's mind that he's the best playmaking inside linebacker in the NFL.

The lofty five-year, $43 million contract the Dolphins gave him this offseason backs that claim up. But what Dansby can't understand is why he's never been selected to a Pro Bowl in his six seasons.

"It's a lot of political things that go behind that. That's out of my hands," said Dansby, who has produced five straight seasons with 80 or more tackles, and has registered 25.5 career sacks and 10 interceptions in his career.

"All I can do is go out and play the game the way it's supposed to be played. The people who know football and watch football understand I'm a game-changer," Dansby said. "My goal is to be the best in the game, a legend in this game. Right now I'm the best in the league."

Dansby plans to prove that this season working with Channing Crowder as the Dolphins' two inside linebackers. Coach Tony Sparano said Dansby's versatility allows the coaches to put a lot on his plate, which likely means plenty of blitzes, and coverage assignments from this former Auburn standout.

Despite his Pro Bowl subs, Dansby said he's not worried about tabulating gaudy statistics in his first season with the Dolphins. He realizes he'll be measured by team success, which is why he's working hard to provide the leadership presence the defense needs.

"If we're winning, I'm happy," he said. "The goal is to get the ring and everything else will be smooth."

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