WEDNESDAY BUZZ COLUMN
As the NFL Draft approaches, the Dolphins have two clear-cut starting linebackers (Jelani Jenkins and Koa Misi) but serious questions about the third starter: Spencer Paysinger, Chris McCain and Kelvin Sheppard are all candidates.
The Dolphins might find a long-term starting linebacker in the second round --- DenzelPerryman said the Dolphins told him they like him --- but NFL Network’s Mike Mayocksaid there’s no pure linebacker worthy of taking with Miami’s first-round pick at 14.
“I don’t see an inside linebacker in the first round,” said Mayock, who believes a receiver or cornerback makes the most sense for the Dolphins at 14.
But several linebackers would warrant consideration with Miami’s second round pick (47th overall), if they’re available: UCLA’s Eric Kendricks, Mississippi State’s Benardrick McKinney, TCU’s Paul Dawson, Clemson’s Stephon Anthony and Perryman. The Dolphins don’t have a third-round pick but have explored trading for one.
The Dolphins dispatched linebackers coach Mark Duffner to spend private time with Anthony, who was Clemson’s leading tackler the past two years.
“NFL teams in the market for an intense, physical run-stuffing inside linebacker would be wise to keep an eye on Anthony,” said CBSSports.com draft analysts Dane Bruglerand Rob Rang, who rate him 47th among all prospects.
They say his “production, compact frame and aggression are impressive” but he “does not possess ideal speed to beat backs to the sideline or the agility preferred in coverage, traits required of middle linebackers in a standard 4-3 alignment.”
Perryman, who could drop into the third round because of concerns about his size (5-11) and lack of high-end speed, said: “I’ve been getting a great feeling with the Dolphins” and that Duffner said he hopes Miami drafts him. “He said it would be great if they land me and he’s not saying it just to say it,” Perryman said.
There is more to the article here.
http://miamiherald.typepad.com/spor...ays-miami-likes-him-heat-marlins-chatter.html
As the NFL Draft approaches, the Dolphins have two clear-cut starting linebackers (Jelani Jenkins and Koa Misi) but serious questions about the third starter: Spencer Paysinger, Chris McCain and Kelvin Sheppard are all candidates.
The Dolphins might find a long-term starting linebacker in the second round --- DenzelPerryman said the Dolphins told him they like him --- but NFL Network’s Mike Mayocksaid there’s no pure linebacker worthy of taking with Miami’s first-round pick at 14.
“I don’t see an inside linebacker in the first round,” said Mayock, who believes a receiver or cornerback makes the most sense for the Dolphins at 14.
But several linebackers would warrant consideration with Miami’s second round pick (47th overall), if they’re available: UCLA’s Eric Kendricks, Mississippi State’s Benardrick McKinney, TCU’s Paul Dawson, Clemson’s Stephon Anthony and Perryman. The Dolphins don’t have a third-round pick but have explored trading for one.
The Dolphins dispatched linebackers coach Mark Duffner to spend private time with Anthony, who was Clemson’s leading tackler the past two years.
“NFL teams in the market for an intense, physical run-stuffing inside linebacker would be wise to keep an eye on Anthony,” said CBSSports.com draft analysts Dane Bruglerand Rob Rang, who rate him 47th among all prospects.
They say his “production, compact frame and aggression are impressive” but he “does not possess ideal speed to beat backs to the sideline or the agility preferred in coverage, traits required of middle linebackers in a standard 4-3 alignment.”
Perryman, who could drop into the third round because of concerns about his size (5-11) and lack of high-end speed, said: “I’ve been getting a great feeling with the Dolphins” and that Duffner said he hopes Miami drafts him. “He said it would be great if they land me and he’s not saying it just to say it,” Perryman said.
There is more to the article here.
http://miamiherald.typepad.com/spor...ays-miami-likes-him-heat-marlins-chatter.html
has anyone watched extensive tape on Anthony?, cuz we all know Zach Thomas was too small and slow
