More News, Some Notes...
Rosenfels Acquired From Redskins
ESPN.com's Len Pasquarelli reports the Washington Redskins have traded second-year QB Sage Rosenfels to the Miami Dolphins for an undisclosed draft choice.
Sporting News' report on Sage coming out before draft:
Strengths:Has excellent mobility and speed for size, and great overall athletic ability. Can create while on the run. Throws soft, catchable ball and shows good touch on deep ball.
Weaknesses: Will have to develop into a pure pocket passer as he came from a run oriented team. Needs to learn to read coverages better. Tends to force too many balls into coverage. Shows average arm strength and needs better consistency. Mechanics are awkward and release slow.
Overall: A bit of a risk as a prospect as he needs time and work to develop. No more than a 3rd QB for a few years. But in terms of arm strength, size and athletic ability, a good prospect.
Might Lose Picks
The Sun-Sentinel reports the Miami Dolphins might lose two compensatory picks as a result of trades this off-season. The team was to receive extra picks if RB J.J. Johnson (Browns) and QB Cade McNown (49ers) made their team’s roster. However, Johnson has been placed on injured reserve in Cleveland, and McNown is suffering through arm problems in San Francisco.