Mr. Magoo
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I originally posted a version of this in the "interesting cuts" thread but I think a discussion about who the Dolphins might be interested (or should be interested) in putting in a claim for deserves it's own thread.
In no particular order...
WR Aldrick Robinson. We were all over this guy in the pre-draft process. He's a dynamic, experienced deep threat and has upside as a return man. This guy would be my #1 priority pick up of the cuts that I've seen. He would replace Marlon Moore instantaneously. The problem is he almost certainly won't make it to us.
Return man/WR Tim Toone. Toone was the top return specialist to come out a year ago (along with Trindon Holiday, who was also cut). I know the Dolphins were interested in him in the draft process that year. But the fact is, if you're interested in Toone, why cut Livas? An unlikely claim.
RB DuJuan Harris. An interesting cut by the Jags considering they put Rashad Jennings on injured reserve. The guy has talent, though. Liked what I saw from him in the preseason.
TE Nathan Overbay. Not a great receiver but probably better than Mastrud at this point. Formerly of the Bucs, he caught a TD against us the other night.
TE Lee Smith. A throwback blocking tight end who basically doubles as another offensive tackle. He's not a receiving threat, obviously, but he would free up Fasano to be used as a receiver, which I think would be far better than Mastrud being in that role. Guys like Smith -- blockers -- are where we should probably be looking for our next tight end. Forget getting an athletic guy (edit: other than in a trade). Those guys have jobs. Find a guy you can use to substitute for Fasano as a blocker. Just my opinion.
RB Brandon Saine. I was not a huge buyer on Saine coming out of Ohio State but he does have some pure running talent, which is something Lex Hilliard lacks. Carrying only three running backs seems unlikely to me.
DE/OLB Daniel Te'o Nesheim. A scrappy pass rusher I liked in college. He was a SACKSEER darling when he came out. For what it's worth, I don't expect a claim for Nesheim, who's been injured a lot his first two years IIRC. This is more like wishful thinking.
SS Shiloh Keo. Probably too slow to make it as a full time safety, but is just a smart, smart player with good feet. Would probably make a dynamite special teams player.
WR Manny Arceneaux. He was the hotshot CFL player the Vikings won the auction for last year. Big and has speed. Can make some tough catches. Has some similar attributes physically to Wallace but has more experience and seasoning. Worth a shot.
I haven't poured over the lists but these are guys that stuck out on the first pass. No linemen in particular stuck out to me (Artis Hicks is a name I've seen a couple of place but I'm not familiar with him) but my depth of knowledge on the offensive line isn't as good as it is at other positions.
In no particular order...
WR Aldrick Robinson. We were all over this guy in the pre-draft process. He's a dynamic, experienced deep threat and has upside as a return man. This guy would be my #1 priority pick up of the cuts that I've seen. He would replace Marlon Moore instantaneously. The problem is he almost certainly won't make it to us.
Return man/WR Tim Toone. Toone was the top return specialist to come out a year ago (along with Trindon Holiday, who was also cut). I know the Dolphins were interested in him in the draft process that year. But the fact is, if you're interested in Toone, why cut Livas? An unlikely claim.
RB DuJuan Harris. An interesting cut by the Jags considering they put Rashad Jennings on injured reserve. The guy has talent, though. Liked what I saw from him in the preseason.
TE Nathan Overbay. Not a great receiver but probably better than Mastrud at this point. Formerly of the Bucs, he caught a TD against us the other night.
TE Lee Smith. A throwback blocking tight end who basically doubles as another offensive tackle. He's not a receiving threat, obviously, but he would free up Fasano to be used as a receiver, which I think would be far better than Mastrud being in that role. Guys like Smith -- blockers -- are where we should probably be looking for our next tight end. Forget getting an athletic guy (edit: other than in a trade). Those guys have jobs. Find a guy you can use to substitute for Fasano as a blocker. Just my opinion.
RB Brandon Saine. I was not a huge buyer on Saine coming out of Ohio State but he does have some pure running talent, which is something Lex Hilliard lacks. Carrying only three running backs seems unlikely to me.
DE/OLB Daniel Te'o Nesheim. A scrappy pass rusher I liked in college. He was a SACKSEER darling when he came out. For what it's worth, I don't expect a claim for Nesheim, who's been injured a lot his first two years IIRC. This is more like wishful thinking.
SS Shiloh Keo. Probably too slow to make it as a full time safety, but is just a smart, smart player with good feet. Would probably make a dynamite special teams player.
WR Manny Arceneaux. He was the hotshot CFL player the Vikings won the auction for last year. Big and has speed. Can make some tough catches. Has some similar attributes physically to Wallace but has more experience and seasoning. Worth a shot.
I haven't poured over the lists but these are guys that stuck out on the first pass. No linemen in particular stuck out to me (Artis Hicks is a name I've seen a couple of place but I'm not familiar with him) but my depth of knowledge on the offensive line isn't as good as it is at other positions.
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