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Dolphins' undrafted linebackers have their sights set on earning a roster spot

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Hull entered last week's minicamp as the rookie linebacker with the highest profile. Playing at Penn State, he led the Big Ten Conference this past year with 140 tackles. During the season, it seemed likely that Hull was going to be selected in the draft. But he had arthroscopic surgery on his knee in January and was unable to perform at his best during predraft workouts with teams.

The 6-foot, 232-pound Hull said he did not watch much of the draft once it became clear he would not be selected.
"Everyone's path to the NFL is different," he said Friday. "You have to prove yourself every day. I'm feeling great now, and I'm really happy to be out here. I'm just going to let it all fly."
Hull said he can be successful in the NFL because he is instinctual and gritty.

Penn State coach James Franklin agrees. He told reporters last week that he expects Hull to excel as a professional, and that he could have a long career in the NFL. Franklin was also frank about Hull not begin taken in the draft, saying it was a "travesty."
"I think college coaches and NFL coaches get way too caught up in measurables like height, weight and size," Franklin told reporters. "Mike's a guy who, when you see him, he's not going to jump out at you. But if you turn on the tape and watch how productive he is and see what kind of leader he is, he's invaluable."


Vigil, who spent most of the rookie minicamp as an outside linebacker, hopes to prove to the Dolphins that he can play well against top-level completion. At Utah State, the 6-2, 240-pound Vigil was as a disrupted force, recording 20.5 tackles for loss and nine sacks last season.
With the Dolphins, Vigil said his biggest test will be mental, not physical.


Luc (6-1, 256 pounds) proved to be a steady tackler in open space at Cincinnati. Hewitt (6-2, 219), who was the Conference USA Defensive Player of the Year last season at Marshall, displayed his speed in special teams drills.
If the battle between these linebackers is a close one, the deciding factor may be which can contribute the most on special teams.
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http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/...inebackers-0513-20150512-story.html?track=rss
 
I'm predicting Hull will be the starting MLB on opening day.
very reminiscent of ZT when he unseated Jack Del Rio.
 
...I'm hoping Hull can surprise too... god knows we could use him...I read something else that was making mention of Hull as an UDFA
 
I think at least Hull and Vigil make it for specials and Hull may get some chances to take some snaps. Luc could also have a shot as a specials guy.
 
You have to like their chances. Outside of Misi and Jenkins none of the other linebackers have proven to be even good so none is guaranteed jack
 
dlockz said:
You have to like their chances. Outside of Misi and Jenkins none of the other linebackers have proven to be even good so none is guaranteed jack
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I would agree......these UDFA's are in a great position to make the roster if they take advantage of the opportunity. Lots of room for improvement at LB.
 
BSQ said:
Jordy Tripp put on muscle so don't count him out of the equation.
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No, I think Tripp, if he has developed, can definitely contribute. Here's what Jeremiah had to say about him:

Draft Analysis:
"He's really fun to watch. He can really run, sideline to sideline. Last year, we saw some more edge rush from him. He is a very versatile guy. Tripp can be outstanding on special teams." -- Daniel Jeremiah
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http://www.nfl.com/draft/2014/profiles/jordan-tripp?id=2543735

He has got that one thing you can not measure - fire, passion, that want to
 
Take Spikes off the FA list...
Patriots signed ILB Brandon Spikes to a one-year contract.
rotoworld
 
cuzinvinny said:
Take Spikes off the FA list...
Patriots signed ILB Brandon Spikes to a one-year contract.
rotoworld
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yup... honestly never really wanted him anyways... develop within, see what we can get going in 2015... work on it for future if needed 2016!!!
 
I had a chance to talk to Hull's position coach at Penn State last night. He knows I'm a Dolphins fan, so take this for what it's worth.

He thinks its a good opportunity for Hull. Said there was a team that talked about drafting Mike in the seventh round, but it wouldn't have been nearly as good a fit as this. Hull knew the Dolphins were interested and had talked to people from the organization and felt really good about the Dolphins, and he's really excited about being with Miami.
 
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