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Damien Williams a Dolphin

Discussion in 'Miami Dolphins Forum' started by dolfan40, May 11, 2014.

  1. dolfan40

    dolfan40 Well-Known Member

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    The Miami Dolphins have begun filling out its 90 player training camp roster by signing more than a dozen undrafted rookie free agents, and one of them happens to be former Oklahoma standout Damien Williams.Williams, who is 5-foot-11, 222 pounds, is a former NJCAA All-American who led the Sooners in rushing in 2012 when he gained 946 rushing yards and scored 11 touchdowns that season, despite splitting carries.In 2013 Williams was limited by an ankle injury, but gained 553 rushing yards and scored seven touchdowns in the nine games he played. He averaged 4.9 yards per carry and caught nine passes for 90 yards.However, Williams was dismissed from the team in November for reasons that weren't disclosed. His troublesome past tanked his draft stock, but made him a priority free agent.Williams, who runs a 4.46 40-time, is a quick-footed athlete who has a knack for sidestepping tackles. He also possesses good hands and a sensational balance according to Nolan Nawrocki's scouting report.
     
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  2. Da 'Fins

    Da 'Fins Season Ticket Holder Staff Member Club Member

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    Though he has good size, not a lot of power. But, his open field running is very shifty and has a decent burst. I think he could get a shot at KR and could be pretty good at it - he's got good vision in the open field and seems to be able to shift laterally pretty quickly while maintaining his straight ahead speed. That would translate well to being on the KR team.

    Will be interesting to see if he can compete with Miller.

    Wish we had landed someone to take Thomas place. He occasionally gets a good run but I just think he's a player we don't really want on the field much. Maybe with Moreno and the others Thomas won't become an option this year.
     
  3. jw3102

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    This might be a good signing, but it makes you wonder when a player is kicked off a football factory like the Sooners. Whatever his problems were, I hope he has learned from his mistakes.
     
  4. jw3102

    jw3102 season ticket holder

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    I figured they signed Moreno because they have learned they can't rely on Thomas. I will be totally surprised if Thomas is still on the roster once the regular season begins. The only way I see this happening is if the Dolphins have a rash of injuries to RB's during the preseason.
     
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  5. 54Fins

    54Fins "In Gase we trust"

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    over there
    Hope he does well and can supplant Thomas at the least.
     
  6. 77FinFan

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    Someone please replace Thiggy.
     
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  7. MrClean

    MrClean Inglourious Basterd Club Member

    So we have Damian Williams and Damien Williams. One a WR and one a RB. Won't that be fun for people trying to keep it straight, which is which.
     
  8. NolePhin15

    NolePhin15 Well-Known Member

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    220+ lbs and runs a 4.46? Yes please.
     
  9. Alex13

    Alex13 Tua Time !!! Club Member

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    i watched some highlights from him and i just donĀ“t see that speed on the field, he looks slower to me
     
  10. Pennington's Limp Arm

    Pennington's Limp Arm Well-Known Member

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    Wish we had of done more with the Running back position.
    This seems like desperation given the clash between Williams current situation, and our team goal of obtaining straight edge dedicated professionals.

    Guess someone in the org. still has a lot more faith in Lamar long term than I do.
     
  11. SICK

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    Dick Stockton is already losing sleep over this.
     
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