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Sports Buzz: Dolphins bring in another standout CB and WR

Discussion in 'NFL Draft Forum' started by jim1, Apr 17, 2015.

  1. jim1

    jim1 New Member

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    We've already reported that cornerbacks Trae Waynes, Kevin Johnson, Jalen Collins and Eric Rowe have been summoned to Dolphins headquarters. According to a league source, you can add Connecticut cornerback Byron Jones to that list. He has risen as much as any player in the draft in recent weeks and Mel Kiper projects him 27th to Dallas.

    Kiper called Jones "one of the best athletes in the draft. But with Jones, it's not just about the workouts, because everything you see at the NFL Combine is also evident on tape. He has great football instincts and star upside."

    Jones can play safety, too, but has real value at cornerback. But he could be plucked between the Dolphins' picks at 14 and 47.

    Meanwhile, we hear the Dolphins also summoned Ohio State receiver Devin Smith to team headquarters. Smith had 33 catches for 931 yards last season, an absurd 28.2 yard average. He would be a possibility for Miami's pick at 47 if the Dolphins don't address receiver at 14.

    According to CBS.com's Dane Brugler, Smith "has been more of a big-play threat than consistent pass catcher for the Buckeyes in his career. Has quick strides to pick up steam in a hurry vertically with strong cuts in his routes to create some separation vs. defenders.

    "Has made a career out of getting behind the secondary for big plays, using his deep speed and also contributing on special teams coverages. Unproven as a route runner."

    ### The Dolphins continue to do a lot of work on Georgia running back Todd Gurley, including a 30-minute conversation with his high school coach. He's among several possibilities for Miami at No. 14 in the draft.

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