The Miami Dolphins selected Patrick Paul as their first-round pick, rejecting multiple trade offers to move down. Evaluators have varying opinions on Paul's potential, noting his strengths in athleticism and size but also areas for improvement. The Dolphins aim for Paul to succeed Terron Armstead as the team's left tackle, with confidence in his development under mentoring. Coaches and experts praise Paul's physical attributes and potential, while acknowledging the need for improvement in certain aspects of his game.
How experts - including Nick Saban - graded Dolphins' pick of Patrick Paul in NFL draft second round https://t.co/RUgimobe2Y via @pbpost
From last night: Some praise, and a concern, raised by Saban, Kiper, others on new Dolphins 2nd-rounder Patrick Paul https://t.co/ryjpdhNx9S FYI: Dolphins, today, pick once in 5th round (158), twice in 6th (184, 198) and once in seventh (241). Then, when Heat and Celtics play,…
NEW: Nick Saban, Louis Riddick, Mel Kiper, Daniel Jeremiah, others assess new Dolphins left tackle Patrick Paul https://t.co/ryjpdhNx9S Some interesting feedback on the Dolphins' second round pick
Chris Grier, Mike McDaniel discuss Dolphins second-round pick Patrick Paul https://t.co/pcGFX8zxd4
The Dolphins knew they needed to draft Terron Armstead’s eventual replacement and are confident he’ll be excited about mentoring Patrick Paul. https://t.co/lCcyz8azO6
NEW: What the Dolphins are getting in new OT Patrick Paul https://t.co/QrflrpZxXz Grier, McDaniel offer insight on the pick just now
Patrick Paul needs to clean up his hands to become a reliable starter, but the size, play strength & competitive toughness are there to make it happen. Especially in Miami's friendly OL scheme in a room led by Terron Armstead. Great landing spot. My scouting report:…
“More of the hallway is filled than not,” Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel on Patrick Paul’s visit in the building. “He’s got some strength and power,” Grier said. “I’m a sucker for a guy with length and hands and knows how to use it,” McDaniel said.
Future Hall of Fame LT @RichmondWebb just announced the next LT for the #MiamiDolphins in Houston's Patrick Paul. #NFLdraft
Patrick Paul is my OT10. Long arm. Freak athlete for his size. Keeps pass rushers off of him. Can dominate in the run game. Feet can get caught in quicksand at times. Anchor gets pushed back when he plays upright. #Dolphins get a FREAK #HallamAnalysis
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