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The three most underrated Miami Dolphins

This is the time of year when fans take a look at their roster as we head towards training camp and make bold statements. They say that they expect "player A" to break out this year while "player B" will struggle for whatever reason. Without question, we all have done that in the past and will do that between now and September.

But now is also a good time to take a look at the roster and just think about which players may be a bit overrated and which players may be somewhat underrated. Why? Because it's early July and there's nothing else to really talk about - that's why.

We'll talk about which Dolphins are probably overrated next week. Today let's look at which Dolphins are underrated - whether it's by the their own fans, by the media, or by the general NFL fan nationwide.

Most Underrated

Davone Bess - I think it's impossible not to list Bess at the top of this list. Bess quietly finished 11th in the AFC in receptions (76) while catching over 67% of the passes thrown his way. He officially had just four drops - and even that low figure was a surprise. Davone's value really showed on third downs, though. Bess was first in the AFC and second in the entire NFL in third down receptions that resulted in first downs, converting 28 third downs (just one behind the NFL leader). Not bad for an undrafted free agent who was in just his second season in the NFL. Look for D-Bess to finally start getting the national respect he deserves as he continues to gain experience and improve.

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Lousaka Polite - If Bess was number one on this list, then Polite is just barely beneath him. The "Lousaka Monster" - as he's been dubbed by our community - is simply the best blocking fullback in the NFL. I dare anyone to say anything else. All you need to do is flip on some game film and you can see why most Dolphin fans would agree. But Polite is more than just a great lead blocker. In 2009, Polite converted 17 of 18 3rd down or 4th down rush attempts with 2 or fewer yards to go. Nobody in the NFL was better. Nobody.

Kendall Langford - It seems like this 2008 third round pick out of Hampton has been overshadowed for his two years in Miami. Despite winning the starting defensive end job as a rookie, nobody seemed to be talking about Kendall in '08. Then last year, Langford was overshadowed by Randy Starks, who put up terrific sack numbers and was a force all season long. Quietly, though, Langford put together a second consecutive solid season in 2009. He continues to be stout against the run. And last year he improved on his ability to get to the quarterback. His 2.5 sacks is not the impressive figure. His 15 quarterback pressures, however, is quite impressive for a defensive end in a 3-4. I'm expecting Langford to take a big step forward in 2010.

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Position, not player

Is it not the case with the Lousaka Monster, that FB is an underrated position rather than Polite himslef is underrated. He was hotly tipped for the Pro Bowl in 2009 and is a firm fan favourite.
I nominate John Denney – a lock on the roster, but only a single mention on this site in the whole of 2010 to date.

by Fish and Chips on Jul 8, 2010 5:58 AM EDT reply actions  

Denny has been mentioned more than once on the site this year.

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by texascowpunk on Jul 8, 2010 6:41 AM EDT up reply actions  

Yes, I have mentioned Denny on multiple occasions

and shall continue so.

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by Tunaflipper on Jul 8, 2010 8:39 AM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah I recall him being discussed just a couple of weeks back.

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by texascowpunk on Jul 8, 2010 10:42 AM EDT up reply actions  

Long snappers don’t count in the overrated/underrated conversation. Not in the grand scheme of things, IMO.

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by stonecoldcory on Jul 8, 2010 11:07 AM EDT up reply actions  

No they don't, right up until the moment they screw the pooch where the other team recovers a wild snap and score the winning touchdown

in the playoffs or the SB or even taking the team out of the playoffs!

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by PhinsTifosi on Jul 8, 2010 5:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Also I don't think hes talking about players that we underrate.

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by texascowpunk on Jul 8, 2010 6:44 AM EDT up reply actions  

Actually he is.

3rd paragraph.

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by luvs2drnk on Jul 8, 2010 8:54 AM EDT up reply actions  

Yes but not specifically. I doubt that Matty thinks that we underrate Bess.

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by texascowpunk on Jul 8, 2010 10:42 AM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah, I was surprised that he was there, with all the talk of him on here.

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by PotM on Jul 8, 2010 1:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

obviously not bess

 everyone but die hard phin fans doubt bess but we started seeing his potential last year plus this guy has bulked up and ready to show the world especially with b.m. on board getting the other teams Ds attention. matty most definetly didnt mean fin fans doubt bess. But everyone else does

by Mr.Phintastic on Jul 8, 2010 11:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

Lousaka for sure is underrated when not even picked for the pro bowl when clearly the

best at his position.

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by texascowpunk on Jul 8, 2010 6:43 AM EDT reply actions  

Perhaps and I get what your saying but thats not really his primary job.

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by texascowpunk on Jul 8, 2010 10:43 AM EDT up reply actions  

Well sure. I bet if he played for and had the same roll for the Jets or Pats that he would have made it.

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by texascowpunk on Jul 8, 2010 10:45 AM EDT up reply actions  

Agree

That’s exactly why it was a problem for Lou. Plus it was his first awesome year. It takes time for relatively unknown people in the “non-glory” positions like FB, Guard, Center, etc… to get national recognition, especially if you aren’t playing on a team that is winning.

by christiandolfan on Jul 8, 2010 11:33 AM EDT up reply actions  

He had a fantastic 2008 season as well.

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by joel311 on Jul 8, 2010 1:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

This, i wonder how many consequetive seasons it takes to get the record

for most consecquetive seasons that a person is perfect on third and short situations. He is two for two so far.

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by PotM on Jul 8, 2010 1:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

Great post!

If I were to throw another hat in the ring, someone who is underrated by everyone I talk to, it would be Camarillo. Never drops it, catches almost everything that comes his way, never gets talked about.

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by dolphinfanatic717 on Jul 8, 2010 7:11 AM EDT reply actions  

I agree 100%

Camarillo + Bess + Lousaka = many 3rd down conversions. They are all very underrated.

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by 13DolFan23 on Jul 8, 2010 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Great post matty!

Langford is the man!

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by Kdog92 on Jul 8, 2010 8:01 AM EDT reply actions  

Undrafted free agent?

Wow…. did not know that….. Props to Bess.

by Rickslilpiece on Jul 8, 2010 8:08 AM EDT reply actions  

Let's hope coaches from other teams aren't reading this!

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by Tunaflipper on Jul 8, 2010 8:42 AM EDT reply actions  

With this team it's hard to narrow down to a list of three

It’s hard to mention Bess and not Cam who didn’t drop a single pass last year. Really if we’re talking underrated then I almost have to give it to Cam since many speculated that he could be traded. While hellbent looking for picks before the draft I even felt strongly about it and I’m beginning to feel embarrassed I even suggested it. He didn’t have the impact that Bess had but the injury he came off didn’t hamper him like it should have. Not dropping any passes is what I was sleeping on. Catching 50 in a row also as an undrafted FA is nothing short of clutch.

Vernon Carey is another that gets overshadowed by Long and the overall production of the line. Some in the media were talking about Carey as one of the best RT in the league last year. I can remember where I was when the Eagles ended up doing us a favor and jumping up and stealing Shawn Andrews from us. Carey became the pick. Remembering where I was that day to where I am now looks like night and day. The fact that Carey is still here is kind of impressive considering the amount of change he’s lasted through.

Pat White is by far one of the most…j/k haha

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by special agent wildcat on Jul 8, 2010 8:57 AM EDT reply actions  

Carey gives up on certain plays.

This leads to a rusher getting to Henne unblocked. He will have to change that in my mind to stay on this football team. Also Peter King made him one of his fav OTs in 09

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by PotM on Jul 8, 2010 1:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

LOL
Also Peter King made him one of his fav OTs in 09

Can't remember the last time Miami had so much talent.
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by 54 on Jul 8, 2010 3:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

LOL

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by Alpha6 on Jul 8, 2010 4:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm not sure I'd put Bess as underrated.

Sure he doesn’t get national media attention, but not many slot receivers do. And the ones that do put up better numbers (like Brandon Stokley in 2004).

I think Starks should have gotten mention as an underrated player. He had a solid season as a starting DE, especially considering the years he had prior, and he’s only 26.

I’d also give Nate Garner a nod as well. Not many lineman can go into a game and play all 3 OL spots at any given time, and do it well.

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by luvs2drnk on Jul 8, 2010 9:12 AM EDT reply actions  

these would be my picks

Bess, Hartline with the addition of B’Marsh both will have outstanding years. my other choice is Cobbs. I thought we missed him the most last year.

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by Phintastic on Jul 8, 2010 9:30 AM EDT reply actions  

Camarillo is more underrated

Camarillo is the MOST underrated dolphin by far. He gets little respect for a man who NEVER drops passes. coming off injury he still posted 50 rec – 552 yds – 11.0 average and No fumbles…. Bess is a very good player too – but I just feel that Cam is the better player – he has a little more speed too, and seems to make more out of these short passes 11.0 avg to 10.0 for Bess plus Bess fumbled 2 and dropped 4 passes.
Cam 0 fumbles 0 drops…..

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by 62Lou on Jul 8, 2010 9:36 AM EDT reply actions  

i concur

camarillo is way overlooked – the guy catches anything close to him. – no blazing speed but a smart tough player with great hands.

good call on this one – i didn;t think of him at first (because even Dolphin fans overlook him) but when i saw your post i totally agreed.

by scrappy the wildcat on Jul 8, 2010 10:47 AM EDT up reply actions  

i thought cam would make the list

not explosive but always gets its done and made some clutch game saving catches for us

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by BSerious72 on Jul 8, 2010 12:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Cam is the most underrated player by phinfans

These other guys are underrated to the national media.

BTW Bess had 6 fumbles.
look at the game log http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=11678

I would argue Cam is better than Bess. Even in the slot. I know best is quicker but Cam is crafty. He did it in 2008. But, he couldn’t play the slot in 09 because his Knee wasn’t 100%. One of my favorite plays from Cam was the game he blew out his knee. Against the Pats he played in the slot that game. CP10 throws him the ball for a 5 yard gain and two defenders jumps on his back and he drags them for 7 more yards. It had the other 83(Walker) saying who’s this guy? Both 83’s were trying to be the top slot receiver that day. I don’t know how many people notice that lil competition. After each 83 made a big play they would look to the other 83 on the sidelines with a grin saying top that. It was great to watch.

It’s great to have two receivers like Cam and Bess. This year will prove who’s really better. As of right now I think Cam>Bess and the most underrated player on our team.

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by 54 on Jul 8, 2010 2:28 PM EDT up reply actions   1 recs

he played opposite Ginn in 08

Bess played in the slot in 09

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by PotM on Jul 8, 2010 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

He lined up opposite of Ginn and in the slot in 2008.

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by 54 on Jul 8, 2010 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

He did that in 09 too

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by Dragon27az on Jul 8, 2010 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

yea he did

but he wasn’t effective in the slot because he couldn’t make cuts on his knee.

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by 54 on Jul 8, 2010 2:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

He looked better the last few games. That’s why i think he’ll be back to form.

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by 54 on Jul 8, 2010 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

it's great to have all those

guys on this team, with addition on B’Marsh, could you imagine if you had Marino or a more expereinced Henne with this group? Now just get us a speed guy with decent hands and watch out!!!

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by Phintastic on Jul 8, 2010 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

100% agreed.

I have made this argument before, and this community jumped down my throat. Rec’d.

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by joel311 on Jul 8, 2010 5:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Cam is underrated

but his accomplishments are no where near what Bess’ were last year. I like cam, dont get me wrong, he can have the greatest hands in the world…but it doesnt matter if you cant get open.

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by Dragon27az on Jul 8, 2010 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dr. agon sup ya look at turner can he not watch film of how the greats get out of the clutches of these cb.

It’s all on film study & work on that mental game morn. noon & night.

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by wild zion beaver on Jul 9, 2010 1:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

This ^^ 100%

Was at the fake spike game against the Jests !!

by 13DolFan23 on Jul 8, 2010 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

This ^^ 100%

Was at the fake spike game against the Jests !!

by 13DolFan23 on Jul 8, 2010 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

This ^^ 100%

Was at the fake spike game against the Jests !!

by 13DolFan23 on Jul 8, 2010 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Sorry. I hate my work computer!

Was at the fake spike game against the Jests !!

by 13DolFan23 on Jul 8, 2010 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Polite isn’t underrated – from what I’ve seen, he’s been regarded as a top fullback all last season. I would consider Vernon Carey as a RT more underrated

by HeyRiles on Jul 8, 2010 10:05 AM EDT reply actions  

if he was regarded as a top fullback, he would have made the Pro Bowl

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by Kdog92 on Jul 8, 2010 3:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Believe me, there are more than three underrated Dolphins

Bess, Polite, and Langford ARE all underrated.

But so is Camarillo…how do you NOT drop passes when you must transition from a soft thrower like Pennington to a strong arm like Henne…vs. Pats in week 12 in Miami, Henne threw a rocket to Bess, short yardage, that Bess couldn’t handle and nearly fumbled it…so, as good as Bess is, that Cam caught everything thrown to him unless it was too high or too far away is amazing. He’s so underated, some announcers STILL mispronounce his name!

But so is Carey, as SAW said. what is so amazing about Carey was that up until this year, pundits were still dissing Carey as a “bust” in round 1!

But so is Denney, who, to my mind, as had ONE and only one bad game: week 17 vs. Jets in 2008. But aren’t all long snappers underated?

by snorky on Jul 8, 2010 10:09 AM EDT reply actions  

I think Chad Henne is underrated. No one has him in the Top 12 QB’s in the league. That’ll change this year.

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by stonecoldcory on Jul 8, 2010 11:04 AM EDT reply actions  

He will earn his respect.

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by texascowpunk on Jul 8, 2010 11:07 AM EDT up reply actions  

I hope he overthrows an out pattern against the Jets and smashes Rex Ryan’s grill. Right in his overrated fat face.

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by stonecoldcory on Jul 8, 2010 11:12 AM EDT up reply actions  

lol

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by texascowpunk on Jul 8, 2010 11:16 AM EDT up reply actions  

LMFAO

Was at the fake spike game against the Jests !!

by 13DolFan23 on Jul 8, 2010 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Im not so sure about the top 12 aspect.. maybe 15th or so.. Maybe 12 I guess..

The one big issue I have with Henne is his freaking horrible “wind up” b4 his throws… not to mention the fairy geni hand look he has going on in that wind up. lol I want to love Henne and hope he is the Marino we have been looking for.. but Im not sold yet. Tighten up that throwing motion and Ill feel diferent. The way I look at it is his throwning motion leave a BIG AREA for a strip. Maybe I feel this way because I loved Marinos lightening fast release and I will never be happy untill I see that again in a Phin uniform?

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by MainePhinFan on Jul 8, 2010 11:55 AM EDT up reply actions  

ok, lets be realistic

Marino’s release was completely unique, it will never be duplicated, NEVER. Teams were actually scared off by his release since it was so unique…thus why he made it all the way to the bottom of the 1st round. We all know how that one turned out.

As for Henne, what in the world are you talking about with his wind-up/fumbles? Truth be told I like QB’s that keep the ball right over their shoulder next to their helmet, but Henne does not fumble very often. In fact, sacked 26 times last year he only fumbled a total of 4 times….none of which were lost to the other team might I add. Peyton has a nice wind-up, and he was sacked 10 total times and fumbled 2 of them, so more fumbles per sack than Henne. Aaron Rodgers fumbled 10 times, or 1 fumble to every 5 sacks…still more than Henne. Drew Brees fumbled 9 times when he was only sacked 20 times….way more then Henne. Philip Rivers was sacked one time less than Henne…and he fumbled 6 times, more than Henne. Eli was sacked 30 times, and he fumbled 13 of those. My point, I have no idea where your fumble-prone accusations come from….they are surely not fact based!

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by Dragon27az on Jul 8, 2010 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions   1 recs

Finally some Langford love!

The 3-4 DEs rarely get noticed, and Kendall has had the starting job since day 1. I’ve even seem him listed as a backup in articles about our D (not on this site of course). IMO he by far is the most underrated when you consider importance of position and playing time….

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by Red Dog on Jul 8, 2010 11:28 AM EDT reply actions  

^Agree

I remember Soprano talking about Langford being a rock. He explained that Langford is underrated because he is used as a run stopper. He is taken out on many passing plays for needed rest. He is always in the backfield on passing plays when he is on the field but gets no glory for being solid against the run. He also has good vision and is able to get his hands in the face of the QB to knock balls down. I hope Nolan uses him more in pass defense.

by HvvK on Jul 8, 2010 1:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

this^

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by Kdog92 on Jul 8, 2010 3:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nate Gardner

is pretty underrated as well. i wouldnt put bess in that catagory mainly because he was pretty known last year by everybody. cam is the underrated WR on our roster at the moment.

by heartherevenge on Jul 8, 2010 11:48 AM EDT reply actions  

most underated.......

1) Langford
2) Camarillo
3) Starks ( i just don’t think he gets props nationally)

by scrappy the wildcat on Jul 8, 2010 11:52 AM EDT reply actions  

most underrated

1) Polite
2) D. Thomas
3) Bess

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by PotM on Jul 8, 2010 1:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Donald Thomas?

How is he underrated? Guy couldnt even keep his starting gig….

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by Dragon27az on Jul 8, 2010 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

He was injured 08, but in game one he

was starting, even though being a rookie. 09 = starter, 10 = probrably starter

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by PotM on Jul 8, 2010 5:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

um

double check that one, cuz he wasnt a full season starter in 09….he got replaced by Gardner due to “performance”

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by Dragon27az on Jul 8, 2010 6:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

due to a four game injury

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by PotM on Jul 8, 2010 6:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Lou ain't under rated anymore!

he’s ranked like 91 overall, i think second best, in Madden 2011 lol

by tylerrr on Jul 8, 2010 2:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Madden isnt real life there homie

Except for a select few sports writers who like our Monster, there are not many people who know about him.

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by Weecho85 on Jul 8, 2010 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

This^

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by texascowpunk on Jul 8, 2010 5:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Can we just say the whole team is under rated?

we get no respect…

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by Kdog92 on Jul 8, 2010 4:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Its good to be overlooked.

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by texascowpunk on Jul 8, 2010 5:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

like T.I. I'm Back.....

Wow i’ve been banned for a year. I lost all my cool pre-post and stuff. I’m Tuna 4 Prez if you guys remember. but how’s everybody?

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by Stats407 on Jul 8, 2010 4:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Hey. Welcome back.

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by texascowpunk on Jul 8, 2010 5:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

For the past 1.5 seasons,

I have maintained that Patrick Cobbs is the most underrated Dolphin. My list would be rounded out by Camarillo, whom I’m a huge fan of, and The Lousaka Monster.

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by joel311 on Jul 8, 2010 5:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Polite is not underrated

Analysts talked about him all the time. Even on the new Madden he will be a 91 OVR

by soxoff on Jul 8, 2010 5:13 PM EDT reply actions  

bess will have a huge year

With Marshall no one will think cam is better after this year don’t get me wrong I like cam to but don’t feel he has the upside that bess does

by marshallLAW on Jul 8, 2010 5:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Bess doesn't have upside,

what you see is what you get. I don’t understand where his “upside” would come from given that he catches everything. Is he going to suddenly gain a new top speed? Nope. The kid is great at what he does, but don’t start telling me he has upside.

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by joel311 on Jul 8, 2010 7:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

I agree

maybe he has better numbers because of Marshall. (I doubt it) But he’s maximized his talent. Which means he has no upside. The only thing he can do better is not fumble.

Can't remember the last time Miami had so much talent.
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by 54 on Jul 8, 2010 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

I don't think Lousaka Polite is underatted

Because the past couple of months he has gotten lots of love from espn and other sports sites. but the guy that is very underrated is Langford, no one ever talks about him.

by Dolphins21MZ on Jul 8, 2010 7:38 PM EDT reply actions  

my top three

1. Cam
2. Langford
3. Cobbs

Can't remember the last time Miami had so much talent.
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by 54 on Jul 8, 2010 7:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Underrated,.....gotta be our punter

Besides, he’s from Ohio. Toledo, Ohio…….
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by Ohiofinfan4life on Jul 8, 2010 8:09 PM EDT reply actions  

homer

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by Phintastic on Jul 8, 2010 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

For sure, but...

Puntera are underrated as a rule of thumb, and The Trifecta extended his contact so he must be good.

Florida,....a nice place to visit, but I wouldn't want to live there,.....in the Summer.

by Ohiofinfan4life on Jul 8, 2010 10:58 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions  

he has gotten better each year

fantastic pick up for us during that draft.

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by Phintastic on Jul 9, 2010 9:23 AM EDT up reply actions  

cobbs

if ricky or ronnie go down with an injury( god forbid) patrick is gonna break out. that guy is definitely underrated!

by tony32976 on Jul 8, 2010 8:25 PM EDT reply actions  

I wont say he breaks out if that happens due to the fact he wont he a 100% this season.

Can't remember the last time Miami had so much talent.
Rusty Smith! (Titans future qb)

by 54 on Jul 8, 2010 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

But Sheets will break out if that unspeakable thing happens

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"One often meets his destiny on the road he takes to avoid it."-Master Oogway-
yeah i figure if I study high, take the test high, get high scores! right? -redman-
The official Kory Sheets clan leader!!! LaRon Byrd the next Phenom out of Miami!!!

by Weecho85 on Jul 8, 2010 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

haha good timing weecho

I set you up nicely. I wont bet against that statement either

Can't remember the last time Miami had so much talent.
Rusty Smith! (Titans future qb)

by 54 on Jul 8, 2010 8:38 PM EDT reply actions  

ahh thought i hit reply

fail

Can't remember the last time Miami had so much talent.
Rusty Smith! (Titans future qb)

by 54 on Jul 8, 2010 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

lol it happens but I got it

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"One often meets his destiny on the road he takes to avoid it."-Master Oogway-
yeah i figure if I study high, take the test high, get high scores! right? -redman-
The official Kory Sheets clan leader!!! LaRon Byrd the next Phenom out of Miami!!!

by Weecho85 on Jul 8, 2010 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

he got robbed

i agree that polite was way underrated. as a matter of fact i was totally fuming when he was snubbed for the pro bowl. there wasnt a full back even close to polite. as a matter of fact he better not get snubbed next year or there is going to be some very hot dolphins fans going berzerk.

by miamirulez23518 on Jul 8, 2010 8:47 PM EDT reply actions  

I was fuming as well. Polite got screwed!

Was at the fake spike game against the Jests !!

by 13DolFan23 on Jul 8, 2010 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

what about DC$

i dont think he gets much national attention but he nailed 25/28 feild goals last year and has been solid.

by crf163 on Jul 8, 2010 11:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Good call!

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by texascowpunk on Jul 9, 2010 4:55 AM EDT up reply actions  

I'm ready to flip out whenever you are

Polite deserves recognition for his ability ,either his blocking or 3rd down conversions , it doesn’t matter what kind of touches he got. I see talent ,, and folks need to recognize.(but when it comes to the dolphins commentaters always talk down or give no respect…..when its deserved

by Mr.Phintastic on Jul 8, 2010 11:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Hartline

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by Patssuck456 on Jul 8, 2010 11:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Hartline??

maybe but veen last year everyone gave more props to hartline. I know I like the kid but bess and polite to me do alot and are simply not recognized for it plus with a number one reciever I believe that bess is the underrated one due to break out

by Mr.Phintastic on Jul 8, 2010 11:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Don't ask me why

but I’m thinking Fasano.

Alright he had a terrible season last year. But that was due to more blocking. Heading towrds the end of the season, he started to get his game back.

In his first season with us he showed us what he can do and with some of the worst defenses coming our way this year and BM, I think Fasano will have another breakout year.

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by Kdog92 on Jul 9, 2010 9:03 AM EDT reply actions  

HHHMMMMMMMMMMMMMM

Maybe but I would have to see it for my self…….I did like him in 08 alot

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by Mr.Phintastic on Jul 9, 2010 9:07 AM EDT up reply actions  

I completely agree with these three,

Davone Bess may be the most underrated player in the league,(except for PFF, he’s a little overrated there as the 10th best WR in the league) he is also strangely underrated here, considered no more than a slot WR by most folks here, lol, I don’t get it.

We had Welker, now we have Welker 2.0 and he’s regarded as a slot WR here, here’s how they stack up early in there career’s;
Bess 1st 2 yrs—-Welker 1st 3 yrs
Rec 130______96
Yds 1312_____ 1121
Y/R 10.1 _____11.7
TD’s 3_______1
Lng 37_______47
R/G 4.1_______2.1
Y/G 41.0______24.4

Welker avg’s 11yds per catch for his career, playing next to Moss, Bess avg’s 10ypc being the #1 WR since week 12 in 08.

Welker 5’9’’ 190
Bess 5’10’’ 190

Bess was good for about 2 !st downs off 3rd downs every game, 2nd in the league, clutch performer getting open while double covered, and he’s not even considered a starter by many a Fin fan.

That is truly underrated IMO.

by uncle finster on Jul 9, 2010 10:19 AM EDT reply actions  

He is a starter in the fact thata slo WR is now a starter in today's NFL.

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by PotM on Jul 9, 2010 10:44 AM EDT up reply actions  

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