Dolphins reach agreement with 4th round pick Brian Hartline

by Matty I on Jul 14, 2009 5:07 PM EDT in 2012 Miami Dolphins News

The Dolphins are working their way towards getting all of their draft picks signed before camp begins in less than three weeks. Today, the Dolphins agreed to terms with WR Brian Hartline - a 4th round pick. It's reportedly a 4 year deal that could be worth up to $4 million if he hits all of his incentives. But it's more likely the deal will be worth around $2.25 million.

This means the Dolphins have signed five of their nine total draft picks. But none of the team's day one picks are signed yet. Fifth round safety Chris Clemons also remains unsigned.

Hat tip to Kdog92 for bringing this to my attention.

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I'm trying to be excited....I really am.

i cant wait to see these guys in person next month

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by Rzayo24 on Jul 14, 2009 5:09 PM EDT reply actions

We see your satisfied look as you hang on JT....

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by Alpha6 on Jul 15, 2009 11:13 AM EDT up reply actions

Hartline will be a great addition to the wildcat

I can see him as a solid blocker, and a no-name guy who plays fundamental ball and is crucial to our success

Laces out!

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by BSerious72 on Jul 14, 2009 5:38 PM EDT reply actions

Halfway There !!!!

I love the way these guys do business. There is nothing that bugs me more when a rookie isn’t in camp on time, Jason Allen and even Ronnie Brown come to mind. This year being even more important because we could use one of the two CB’s starting for us.

by markus_13 on Jul 14, 2009 6:02 PM EDT reply actions

great

i see hartline being a good receiver it seems he has the smarts to be a great receiver lets see what happens during TC

by Striker0418 on Jul 14, 2009 6:25 PM EDT reply actions

2.25 million for a bench warmer?

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by Patssuck456 on Jul 14, 2009 7:01 PM EDT reply actions

i dont think he will be

he might just surprise the hell out of evryone they see something in him in him we obviously havent seen yet

by Striker0418 on Jul 14, 2009 7:07 PM EDT up reply actions

over 4 years

that’s pretty much on par with typical 4th round picks

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by Matty I on Jul 14, 2009 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions

did u get my emails

by Striker0418 on Jul 14, 2009 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions

just checked my e-mail now

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by Matty I on Jul 14, 2009 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions

Hartline is good

Being an Ohio State fan all my life, believe me, he will bring it. Great hands, smart, excellent route runner and tough in the red zone.

by FinsFanDave on Jul 15, 2009 9:26 AM EDT up reply actions

I AGREE!

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by buckeyebill on Jul 15, 2009 1:14 PM EDT up reply actions

I have hopes for Hartline.

Just because he’s a white receiver doesn’t mean he won’t be good.

by Kdog92 on Jul 14, 2009 7:20 PM EDT reply actions

I didn't read this carefully.

Hat tip to Kdog92 for bringing this to my attention.
I am so awsome, lol.

by Kdog92 on Jul 14, 2009 8:02 PM EDT reply actions

Doesn't he kinda fit the "Pennington mold?"

(God forgive for this) but stat-wise he’s quick, & big. No deep speed.
But will punish d’backs in the middle.

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by Tunaflipper on Jul 14, 2009 8:33 PM EDT reply actions

right size good speed and decent hands he fits the mold perfect

does anybody have any footage on hartline by any chance, and he is reunited with an old teamate ginn who im sure will give him some pointers

by Striker0418 on Jul 14, 2009 9:14 PM EDT reply actions

My Hartline Prediction

2009 Stats – Hartline 42 receptions for 569 yards, leads special teams in tackles.
Another Camarillo in the making….

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by Phintastic on Jul 14, 2009 10:20 PM EDT reply actions

so true

by Striker0418 on Jul 15, 2009 4:11 AM EDT up reply actions

Camarillo? I say another WELKER in the making..

by MainePhinFan on Jul 15, 2009 1:53 PM EDT up reply actions

Trust the Trifecta.........

Of course, I’m bias………But, as we all know our front office is putting together a solid team. I’m excited to see how another former Buckeye pans out !!!

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by Ohiofinfan4life on Jul 14, 2009 11:52 PM EDT reply actions

NICE contract...

Remember that 2.25 mil is over 4 years with the latter years being higher (i.e. $300K, $400K, $750K, $775K) . If he is still a benchwarmer in 3-4 years he will be cut well before the contract plays out. If he is a solid contributor, you now have a guy for cheap even if he reaches some of those incentives the last couple of years.

This is way cheap and will probably be renegotiated if he performs well.

Nice move trifecta. If you see potential go get it!!!

by Fins4evr72 on Jul 15, 2009 6:49 AM EDT reply actions

I see Hartline as the next Welker

He has the attitude.. and from the vids I have seen has the hands as well. Not a deep threat.. but a guy who will give it his all and make plays.

by MainePhinFan on Jul 15, 2009 1:54 PM EDT reply actions

It looks like were phasing out Camarillo and Bess

Patrick Turner and Hartline look to be prototypical NFL receivers. The big target and the great hands route runner. Plus we have Ginn as the deep threat.

So what does this mean for Bess and Cam?

by Souwantmyname on Jul 15, 2009 5:24 PM EDT reply actions