Will Dolphin's Pick Come From This List

According to Fox Sports and Scout.com this is a list of the top 25 draft prospects. I found it interesting since they made the list to 25 and we have the 25th pick. I included stats on each player.

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1. Aaron Curry, Wake Forest LB 6-2, 254
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 1
Post-Combine Skinny: Considered by most to be the safest pick in the draft also looked like the best overall prospect. He had a special workout looking smooth as silk in all the short drills, jumped out of the stadium, and ripped off an impressive 4.56 in the 40. Not only did he show off, but he proved he might deserve to go in the top three.
Positives: The prototype. Strong, tough, ultra-productive … Great athlete. Looks like he’s shot out of a cannon into the backfield and can match up with any tight end in a pass pattern … Can play inside or out.
Negatives: Has to work a wee bit on wrapping up as a form tackler … Not huge. Will stay at around 250 pounds ... Not known for his pass rushing skills. He'll have to work on getting to the quarterback.

2. Jason Smith, OT Baylor 6-5, 309
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 3
Post-Combine Skinny: Flawless. He was quick, athletic, and extremely strong tying Alex Boone with 33 lifts. He looked like a player who could grow into something special.
Positives: Good athlete … Hard worker. Smart … Former tight end who can move easily. Will grow into a good pass blocker.
Negatives: Not a mauler … Needs to get a bit stronger and might need to be in a zone blocking scheme … He has to be on the right team.

3. Michael Crabtree, WR Texas Tech 6-1, 215
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 3
Post-Combine Skinny: The talk of the Combine, his foot injury didn't let him run. However, there's more concern than ever that he might really be more of a high 4.6 guy than a low 4.5.
Positives: Big, physical receiver … Confident without being a jerk. Not a diva … Functional football speed better than timed speed … Elite hands.
Negatives: Not fast. He won’t blaze by anyone at the NFL level … Will fumble. Uses his size, but will take shots and will lose the ball … A system receiver? He might need to be in a wide open offense

4. Eugene Monroe, OT Virginia 6-5, 309
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 2
Post-Combine Skinny: The only question mark is his strength. The mere 23 reps on the bench were eye-popping, but he did everything else right. He was polished, smooth, and did nothing, outside of the bench, to hurt his top ten stock.
Positives: Tremendous against speed rushers … Excellent technique … Smart. Can start from day one.
Negatives: Not necessarily a mauling run blocker … More athletic than devastating

5. Mark Sanchez, QB USC 6-3, 227
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 2
Post-Combine Skinny: Passed every test. Showed real, honest fire and passion for the game off the field, measured up to Matthew Stafford on it. Cranked out a solid 9-8 broad jump and scored high marks for throwing when he wasn't expected to.
Positives: Quick release. Good at getting the ball out of his hands in a hurry … Great fire. He’s not Matt Leinart … Can move.
Negatives: Was fine at USC, but not elite … Barely 6-3 … NFL arm, but not jaw-dropping … If Pete Carroll didn’t think he was ready, what’s the issue?

6. Matt Stafford, QB Georgia 6-2, 225
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 1
Post-Combine Skinny: He didn't solidify himself as the No. 1 quarterback, but he didn't falter in the slightest. Not quite as big as expected, but ran extremely well with a 4.81.
Positives: Tremendous arm strength … Tough … Right mentality to be a franchise quarterback.
Negatives: Not huge. Barely 6-3 … While good at Georgia, he didn’t win enough big games and so far has been more of a tools prospect than an on-field producer.

7. B.J. Raji, DT Boston College 6-2, 337
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 1
Post-Combine Skinny: While he wasn't perfect, he was surprisingly quick, came up with 33 bench presses, and built on all the strides he made in a great Senior Bowl performance. He only ran a 5.13, but he was smooth doing it. He's an athlete who'll only get better if he can keep his weight in check.
Positives: Big space-eater … Tremendously productive with great quickness for his size …. Destroyed everyone in the Senior Bowl practices … Durable.
Negatives: Academically ineligible in 2007 … Has to keep weight in check. Could balloon in a hurry … Character question marks.

8. Brian Orakpo, DE/OLB Texas 6-3, 263
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 1
Post-Combine Skinny: The Combine was a microcosm of everything Orakpo is, for good and bad. He was a terror at times running a 4.7, benching 225 pounds 31 times, and leaping over 39 inches, but he hurt his hamstring raising even more questions about his durability.
Positives: Freakish combination of size and speed … Tremendous athlete. Unstoppable pass rusher with a variety of moves … Great burst. The offenses knew what was coming and still couldn’t stop him.
Negatives: Durability concerns … Questions about motor. Great when it’s on. … Good run stopper, but he’s a pass rusher.

9. Everette Brown, DE/OLB Florida State 6-2, 256
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 3
Post-Combine Skinny: A bit of a disappointment when he was measured smaller than expected, he made up for it with a good workout with solid numbers all across the board. He was every bit as quick and athletic as advertised, and the 26 lifts on the bench didn't hurt.
Positives: Explosive burst off the line … A tremendous pass rusher when he gets on a roll … Tremendous athlete. Way too quick for most tackles.
Negatives: Will have problems shedding blockers at the next level … Needs more moves. Has gotten by on sheer athleticism …. This is it. He’s not going to get any bigger

10. Malcolm Jenkins, CB Ohio State 6-0, 204
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 1
Post-Combine Skinny: It was an underwhelming workout. Jenkins ran a pedestrian 4.53, was fine in the short drills, but nothing special, and he didn't look like the must-have, defense-changing corner who demands to be taken in the top ten. He was fine and will be the top corner taken, but he didn't blow up.
Positives: Tremendous physical skills. Won’t be pushed around by the bigger receivers, can keep up with the faster ones … Good tackler. Doesn’t shy away from contact … Great at finding the ball and making the play.
Negatives: Is he a corner or a free safety? This might not seem like a negative, but he’ll have to establish himself at one position right away … A bit of a gambler … Has to show he can handle being picked on after getting little work thrown his way

11. Rey Maualuga, LB USC 6-2, 249
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 1
Post-Combine Skinny: It wasn't a good trip to Indianapolis, but it's not going to matter. An injured hamstring reared its ugly head during the workout and is partly being explained for the painfully slow 4,82 in the 40. the 23 reps in the weight room were fine, but not special, and he wasn't able to show off any quickness thanks to the injury. He'll still be the first inside linebacker taken.
Positives: Devastating hitter. An intimidating force who’ll blow up plays … All over the field. Very quick, very aggressive … Has it all. He’s the type of linebacker defenses are built around.
Negatives: Tries a bit too much to go for the kill shot … Speed. Great when he gets going, but straight speed isn’t special … Not an outside linebacker. Strictly for the inside

12. Michael Oher, OT Mississippi 6-5, 309
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 4
Post-Combine Skinny: He needs work, but everyone knew that. He was hardly polished and it seemed like he was trying too hard at times. While he moved well in the quickness drills, the 21 reps on the bench showed just how far he has to go.
Positives: Excellent quickness for his size … Has the prototype size and body … When the light is on, he might be the best tackle in the draft.
Negatives: Needs a fire lit under him … Big upside, but huge bust potential if he doesn’t have “it” … Could stand to play a big stronger

13. Jeremy Maclin, WR Missouri 6-1, 198
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 1
Post-Combine Skinny: While the 4.45 was seen as a disappointment, he scored huge points for fighting it out through a slight knee injury. He might not have had the greatest Combine experience, but everyone came away impressed overall.
Positives: Can do it all. Can be a No. 1 receiver, a return man, and a runner … Extreme speed. Can take any pass the distance …. Tougher than he looks. Played through ankle injury all of last year.
Negatives: Not all that thick. Isn’t all that physical … He isn’t going to block anyone … Has to prove he can beat jams at the line

14. Knowshon Moreno, RB Georgia 5-11, 217
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 1
Post-Combine Skinny: Showed off that he's really, really, really cut. The 4.63 wasn't great, but it was good enough considering he was blazing through the short, quickness drills.
Positives: Productive, even with everyone keying on him … Great leader, great character … A winner. A baller. … Will be great for the passing game in time.
Negatives: Might not be an NFL workhorse … Not big. Slight build … Not a power runner.

15. Andre Smith, OT Alabama 6-4, 332
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 1
Post-Combine Skinny: It's damage control time. The mysterious departure was only part of the problem. This was supposed to be the biggest moment of his career, and he wasn't anywhere near prepared. Now there's a major question mark about his maturity and character.
Positives: Dominant all-around blocker from day one … Elite strength and can handle himself well against speed rushers … Destroys defenders in the running game.
Negatives: Could stand to drop a little weight … Could stand to use a little more technique work … Needs to change his body a bit and get more muscular ... Major character question

16. Chris "Beanie" Wells, RB Ohio State 6-1, 235
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 2
Post-Combine Skinny: For all those who weren't drooling before, they are now. Beanie ran a sub-4.6, lifted 25 times, and broad jumped a phenomenal 10''8". It was a special workout for a player of his size.
Positives: Ultimate size/speed combination … Can run with power and can hit the home run … Excellent burst of a smaller back … The ultimate “If he stays healthy” prospect.
Negatives: Durability … Durability … Durability ... Questionable receiver … Questionable blocker.

17. Tyson Jackson, DE LSU 6-4, 296
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 7
Post-Combine Skinny: It would've been nice if he was able to show off his strength, but he didn't lift. He ran well, coming in at under 5.0, and he measured to be every bit as big as expected. However, the average jump of 28.5" showed a lack of explosion and pop in his legs.
Positives: Tremendous size and strength. Can play inside or out, and probably would fit best in a 3-4 … Good against the run … Ramped up the intensity level last year, and it showed.
Negatives: Not a pass rusher and won’t put up flashy numbers … Was considered an underachiever at times in his career … Not explosive

18. Aaron Maybin, DE/OLB Penn State 6-5, 249
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 2
Post-Combine Skinny: He was even more rangy then expected, measuring taller than originally listed. While his straight-line speed was fine, running a 4.88, he lit it up in the cone and shuttle drills. The explosion came through in the vertical (38") and broad jump (10'4"), but the 22 benches was a bit of a concern.
Positives: Phenomenal athleticism … Can be used in a variety of ways on the outside. Tremendous quickness … Can cut on a dime.
Negatives: Not all that big. At 245 pounds, he might be an outside linebacker … Needs to prove he can handle himself against power running teams … Needs a few more pass rush moves

19. Brian Cushing, LB USC 6-3, 243
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 2
Post-Combine Skinny: Known for being extremely athletic on the field, the 4.74 appeared to be shockingly slow. However, he destroyed the short drills as he flew through the cones and was lightning fast in the shuttle. Throw in the 30 reps in the weight room and he came up with the workout to match what the scouts are going to see on game tape.
Positives: Fast. Really, really fast … Can play any linebacking position in any style … Can be used as a pass rusher from any angle.
Negatives: Durability. He has been banged up throughout his USC career … Won’t be more athletic than NFL players … Not a huge producer

20. Robert Ayers, DE Tennessee 6-3, 272
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 4
Post-Combine Skinny: Ayers had a chance to make a major splash, but he went the other way with a pathetic (for his size) 17 presses on the bench. He showed good speed in the 40 (4.8) and he he was athletic, but the lack of raw strength was galling.
Positives: Playmaker in the backfield … Good combination of size and quickness … Can play in any defensive style.
Negatives: A good pass rusher, but not an elite one … Not necessarily a creative pass rusher … Has to keep the intensity rolling all the time.

21. Percy Harvin, WR Florida 5-11, 192
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 2
Post-Combine Skinny: Showed off that he was well built, could cut on a dime, and he came up with a nice 4.41. He did was everyone wanted to see.
Positives: Played like a man among boys even in SEC play and against Oklahoma. A special talent … A difference maker … Can be used as a situational runner … Fast, fast, FAST.
Negatives: Durability … Durability … DURABILITY … Not big enough or reliable enough to be a No. 1 receiver … While tough, he’s not afraid of contact. Considering his injury history, this is a problem.

22. Hakeem Nicks, WR North Carolina 6-1, 212
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 6
Post-Combine Skinny: While he didn't do anything special, he was solid with an expected 4.54. No one thought he'd be a deep threat, but he certainly wasn't slow.
Positives: Ultra-productive … Great hands. Can make the highlight play as well as the routine … Decent size and knows how to use it. He won’t get pushed around.
Negatives: Lacks the top-end speed … Not explosive. Has functional wheels, but he could be erased by the faster NFL corners … He isn’t going to be flashy in the open field.

23. James Laurinaitis, LB Ohio State 6-2, 244
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 2
Post-Combine Skinny: A shocking, unmitigated disaster. If the 4.8 40 wasn't bad enough, he was stunningly stiff in all the drills, showed no explosion, and appeared to labor in almost all of his moves. The 23 reps were good, but they hardly made up for being exposed athletically. This might have been a bad enough workout to push him out of the first round after he was originally considered a possible top ten pick.
Positives: An all-timer of a producer … A leader. Doesn’t make mistakes and is always around the ball … Fantastic toughness who doesn’t miss a tackle.
Negatives: Has to get a bit bigger to play inside … Became quiet. The stats were there, but it didn’t always seem like he was doing anything … Can get erased by big blockers.

24. Vontae Davis, CB Illinois 5-11, 203
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 4
Post-Combine Skinny: This was where he was supposed to shine, and he did. The game tape isn't going to help him so he needed to blow up the Combine, and he came in under 4.5 in the 40 and was tremendously quick in the short drills. And then there were the guns. The guy looked like a serious physical specimen.
Positives: Elite athlete. Possibly the best in the draft … Tremendous speed … Looks the part. Has all the tools and all the skills.
Negatives: Does he really want to play? Mediocre junior year … Character questions. Not a hard worker … Doesn’t play up to his athleticism 100% of the time.

25. Peria Jerry, DT Mississippi 6-2, 299
Pre-Combine Position Rank: 3
Post-Combine Skinny: He didn't work out, but he was still the talk of many as the possible No. 2 tackle behind B.J. Raji. He could stand to get a bit bigger, measuring in at a squatty 299 pounds. He'll need to prove his weight room strength.
Positives: Owned the Senior Bowl. Unblockable … Extremely quick for his size … Dominated in the SEC. Was the star of a fantastic line.
Negatives: Needs to be a bit more consistent against the run … Can get shoved around a bit … Has to get bigger to be an NFL anchor.


I don't know if they intended this list to be in order of value but this was their list.

This is where I got the stats: http://cfn.scout.com/2/841853.html