The Miami Dolphins have been one of the most talked about teams in the lead up to the 2012 NFL draft because they're one of the teams that could be selecting Texas A&M QB Ryan Tannehill. SB Nation's Dolphins blog, The Phinsider, says quarterback is only one of several needs.
Dolphins NFL Draft Needs: Have To Find A Quarterback
Quarterback: The Dolphins have three times selected a quarterback in the first round of the NFL Draft, and two of those players have been inducted into the Hall of Fame (Bob Griese (1967), Dan Marino (1983)). Since Marino's selection, the Dolphins have relied on second round picks, and cast offs to fill the most important position on the field. Maybe this is finally the year they fix that (no pressure Ryan Tannehill).
Linebacker/Defensive End: The Dolphins have a stellar pass rusher in Cameron Wake. And, that's it. There's not a whole lot in terms of guys who can get after the quarterback after Wake - especially with Jason Taylor's retirement at the end of last year. Miami has to find someone to pair with Wake if the team wants to have any chance of succeeding.
Offensive Line: There are many Dolphins fans who are screaming at this right now, saying the third need should be either wide receiver or safety. I would admit those are pressing needs as well, but if the Dolphins don't find a way to fix their offensive line, it doesn't matter how many wide receiver weapons they have, because Matt Moore, David Garrard, and any other quarterback they sign/draft will be killed, and killed quickly. Davone Bess is a very good slot receiver, and Brian Hartline is developing into another very good wide out. But, with the Turnstile Marc Colmbo failed experiment at right tackle, the Dolphins have to fix the offensive line.
For more news and notes on the Miami Dolphins, visit The Phinsider. Check out our 2012 NFL mock draft as selected by SB Nation NFL bloggers. And make sure to visit SB Nation's draft blog, Mocking The Draft, for more on the NFL draft.
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