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Rishard Matthews, WR

Discussion in 'Miami Dolphins Forum' started by Da 'Fins, Apr 28, 2012.

  1. Da 'Fins

    Da 'Fins Season Ticket Holder Staff Member Club Member

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    That he was chosen in the 7th round (and Miami's 2nd pick in the 7th) says a good bit about the long shot that he is (really, that both WR's are). But, here's a nice piece on Matthews:


    He measured 6'0, 212 & had a 36 vert & 20 reps at the ill-fated combine. In 12 games, 91 catches, 1364 yards, 15.0 avg., 8 TD's.

    NFLCom notes that he is not an explosive player but he did have a 13.3 PR avg. Maybe we'll get lucky - which we rarely do.
     
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  2. Alex44

    Alex44 Boshosaurus Rex

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    It's hard to believe a guy who isn't explosive put up those statistics and ran around a 4.45 at his pro day with a 36 inch combine leap.
     
  3. Paul 13

    Paul 13 Chaotic Neutral & Unstable Genius Staff Member

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    He could beat out Cunningham for a spot.
     
  4. Trowa

    Trowa A world of pain

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    From what I understand about the kid, he's really poor at creating separation but makes good plays in traffic.
     
  5. Den54

    Den54 Season Ticket Holder Club Member

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    Super Sleeper\value pick that could very well turn into a Bess type of pick.
     
  6. bran

    bran Senior Member

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    yeah and he isnt scared to go over the middle, which is a plus lol
     
  7. rafael

    rafael Well-Known Member

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    I wouldn't say that. He runs nice routes and he knows how to push off legally to create space.
     
  8. Frumundah Finnatic

    Frumundah Finnatic U Mad Miami?

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    Here is to hoping
     
  9. GMJohnson

    GMJohnson New Member

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    Not looking good for Marlon Moore, Julius Pruitt and Roberto Wallace.
     
  10. Two Tacos

    Two Tacos Season Ticket Holder Club Member

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    [video=youtube;S6srtbQe3KA]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6srtbQe3KA&feature=related[/video]
     
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  11. smahtaz

    smahtaz Pimpin Ain't Easy


    We'll see. Prospects are just that. The guys you mention have already played in the NFL.
     
  12. Da 'Fins

    Da 'Fins Season Ticket Holder Staff Member Club Member

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    One positive for this kid is his ability to get RAC and break tackles. Looks strong and fast. If he can be trained to run good routes, he could be a player to have some impact.

    All these guys should be ordered to spend a week with Bess on how to catch passes. Bess is not a great player (not the elusive route running of Welker) but his hands are as good as any WR in football.

    The key will be whether Matthews runs routes well. If he can learn to run routes well in the WCO - he could be a player.
     
  13. Alex44

    Alex44 Boshosaurus Rex

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    Disagree. Switch their teams and their stats also switch.
     
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  14. Coral Reefer

    Coral Reefer Premium Member

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    Just posted in another thread.

    I've seen his 40 times listed from 4.45 all the way to 4.73 and in between.
    That's a big range.
    Any know additional info that hints as to what his true speed is?
     
  15. djphinfan

    djphinfan Season Ticket Holder Club Member

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  16. dsteve

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    syas in the OP that he was hurt for some of those 40 times.

    welker is way better than bess, doesnt matter what team either is on.
     
  17. DOLFANMIKE

    DOLFANMIKE FOOTBALL COACH 32 YEARS Luxury Box

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    Dude is FEARLESS inside. I like his angles upfield. Not fast but very deliberate in his movement. Smart about where he takes the ball.
     
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  18. Nappy Roots

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    Just based on that video his routes are awful, however, he looks really good with he ball in his hands. Something very useful in the WCO. Could have a shot to make this team.
     
  19. Alex44

    Alex44 Boshosaurus Rex

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    Do you remember what Welker looked like here? Pretty much EXACTLY like Bess. Welker is a scheme player and I don't even believe he could be very successful without an elite QB. He'd be stuck on 600-700 yard season with almost any other team in the league.
     
  20. Fin-Omenal

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    Welker does everything better than Bess, system helps but as far as ability I see no comparison. Give me Amendola over Bess any day of the week.
     
  21. Alex44

    Alex44 Boshosaurus Rex

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    Bess put up better numbers in his seasons here with equally bad offensive teams and systems. I honestly don't see anything Welker does better than Bess other than return punts. But it's personal opinion. I never liked Welker even when he was here. He screams overrated to me.
     
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  22. Ronnie Bass

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    That never discourages me, most of the time that can be corrected if the player is willing to learn and work at it with good coaching, unlike having bad hands which is something that might never be corrected.
     
  23. Roman529

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    He looks fast, and I also love what he did on those punt returns.
     
  24. MrClean

    MrClean Inglourious Basterd Club Member

    I believe that both he and Cunningham make the final roster. But, if I had to pick one it would be Matthews.
     
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  25. padre31

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    I suspect Cunningham will be better, really like Cunningham, I "know" some folks do not like his game I just see some hand use and body control that most aren't seeing in Cunningham.

    What I'm looking for this preseason cycle is a speed coach to be added as if you look at the guys we drafted typically they were highly productive, larger, Wr's who may lack speed. To me that means they have a plan to run those fellas to death to up their explosiveness.
     
  26. unluckyluciano

    unluckyluciano For My Hero JetsSuck

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    I agree. This pick means jake long will not be resigned.
     
  27. 54Fins

    54Fins "In Gase we trust"

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    over there
    :chuckle:
     
  28. gamblerx

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    Sleeper pick. Book it!

    Why is he drop to the 7th Round?
     
  29. rafael

    rafael Well-Known Member

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    IMO the poor combine when he tested while injured and the reputation of the pistol offense (expectation of inflated stats).
     
  30. NYFinFan

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    He does need to tighten up his routes, but he is very good with the ball in his hands. For whatever reason though, the way he carried the ball annoyed me to no end. I'm surprised he doesn't fumble a bunch.
     
  31. Da 'Fins

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    Both have great hands. Wes though has a much better ability to create space with cuts than Bess and get open (in spite of the fact that every person in the stadium knows the ball is likely going his way); as well as incredible instincts to find the seem in zones.
     
  32. jdang307

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    Bess is slower than molasses. He is quick then hits his top speed really really fast.
     
  33. djphinfan

    djphinfan Season Ticket Holder Club Member

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    Couldn't disagree more Alex...I had Welker ascending to what he is today when he was with us, best slot in the game by far, multiple probowl player..Absolutely despised the trade then, and still do.
     
  34. Nappy Roots

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    Not to mention Welker has 100 times the ability after the catch that Bess has.

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  35. P h i N s A N i T y

    P h i N s A N i T y My Porpoise in Life

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    I dont get it.... you cant honestly believe that...
     
  36. Killer Bees

    Killer Bees Bringin' the Ruckus

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    Did you smoke crack today?
     

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