Dolphins Training Camp, Day 5: A quick roundup

by Matty I on Aug 3, 2010 9:44 PM EDT

I'm a little short on time so this is going to be shorter than the previous training camp posts. But that's fine - because "Lefty" is back tomorrow with his weekly post (no pressure, Lefty).

The Dolphins had just one practice this afternoon. There doesn't seem to be too much from the media reports regarding today's session. But here are some of the highlights:

Rookie LB A.J. Edds will miss the season with a torn ACL suffered yesterday, Tony Sparano confirmed. It's a tough break because the coaches had high hopes for the kid. Replacing him on the roster was rookie LB Micah Johnson, who was signed this morning. You can read all about the undrafted Kentucky linebacker right here.
Nolan Carroll continues to impress. He intercepted Chad Pennington today and returned it for a would-be touchdown - his second in as many days. He also leads the team in interceptions so far in camp. His speed and quickness is drawing rave reviews. Make no mistake, he's going to be the dime back this season and have a major role on the team over the next few years - assuming he stays healthy. The kid's a player.

Sean Smith made his first interception of camp (at least as far as I'm aware of). He intercepted Chad Henne - which led me to ask on Twitter if this was good or bad. Many of you pointed out that it's a good thing because Sean has needed a spark after getting off to a rough camp going up against Brandon Marshall most of the time. I agree. I hope this gets Sean going.

More shifting along the offensive line. Richie Incognito was working with the second team at left guard now while Cory Procter saw action at right guard. The starters, left to right, were Jake Long, Donald Thomas, Jake Grove, John Jerry, and Vernon Carey.

Cameron Wake and Koa Misi remain the starters at outside linebacker. Tony Sparano had some praise for Misi today, telling the media that Misi doesn't have to be told anything twice. Misi "is not making the same mistake over and over again which is good." Sparano also touted the rookie's "unique ability not to stay blocked very long. He can get off blocks and get out of trouble fast."

A good breakdown of the offensive line vs defensive line drills courtesy of Armando Salguero.

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The Dolphins are back at it tomorrow with another two-a-day. The first practice is scheduled for 9 am with the second set for 8 pm. Both are open to the public.

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Glad to see Sean doing better...

Vontae is doing better and if Sean wants to start he will have to get better as well

by crf163 on Aug 3, 2010 10:04 PM EDT reply actions

Lord

Look after our players and keep them healthy. Amen.

The last thing we need is for some of our key players to go down and ruin this entire promising season.

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by Neo on Aug 3, 2010 10:18 PM EDT reply actions

Amen to that bro

amen to that

by B0mBz-_-PhInZ on Aug 3, 2010 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions

i am very excited about Carroll!

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by 2madison9 on Aug 3, 2010 10:22 PM EDT reply actions

Carroll

could he unseat one of the 2nd year members or even Will Allen as the nickel?
Interesting development. We could have a phantastic defensive backfield. Need to hear more about the safeties picking it up.

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by Phintastic on Aug 3, 2010 10:24 PM EDT reply actions

doubt it.

he shows promise, but idt he has the goods right now to unseat one of the starting three. Down the road I think he will be good enough to be one of the better corners in the league.

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by dolphin341 on Aug 3, 2010 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions

Miami's safeties

There was actually an article out there praising how well Chris Clemons has looked so far in training camp as well.

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/sports/dolphins/chris-clemons-a-fifth-round-pick-in-2009-837494.html

by Finhead83 on Aug 4, 2010 1:07 AM EDT up reply actions

ronnies interview

http://www.miamidolphins.com/aquavision/video/ronnie-brown-interview-8310

he seems really excited to play, stay healthy!

by dhall25 on Aug 3, 2010 10:30 PM EDT reply actions

I'm going to the 8pm

Practice. Anyoneelse going to be there??

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take some notes for us!

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by Matty I on Aug 3, 2010 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions

I'll do it!

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by jupiterfins on Aug 3, 2010 11:27 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions

If anyone wants to fly me from Maine.. or Boston to Miami Ill go. lol

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by MainePhinFan on Aug 3, 2010 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions

And take good notes ! lol

by MainePhinFan on Aug 3, 2010 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions

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by Alpha6 on Aug 4, 2010 2:19 AM EDT up reply actions

nice

"I likem me some UDFAs"

by Phintastic on Aug 4, 2010 6:56 PM EDT up reply actions

hey take some notes

by dhall25 on Aug 3, 2010 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions

i'm gonna try to be there

but no guarantees.

by NakedBootlegger on Aug 3, 2010 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions

Glad to hear about Misi.

I think the trio has always done a good job of picking nfl-ready players. Langford, Merling, Bess, Long, Smith, Davis have all played exceptionally early in their careers. I expect us to add a few more to that list this year (probably Odrick and Misi).

by vaneasy2338 on Aug 3, 2010 11:23 PM EDT reply actions

Absolutely horrible news about Edds

I, too, had high hopes for him. He had a ton of potential as a nickel backer and would have given our defense so much more flexibility.

Wonder if JD Folsom can step up and seize the opportunity, but this certainly does leave more room for Carroll to shine.

It also leaves more responsibility on Wake and Misi in coverage.

Gonna take a fortnight at least to get this herd down to St. Louis on Mississippi. This glen's gonna be tough to traverse, and that river's got to be 50, 60 meters wide. And God knows how many fathoms. To hell with parliamentary procedure. We've got to wrangle up some cattles!

by Dave.Phuller on Aug 3, 2010 11:58 PM EDT reply actions

Forgive me if I am not

super excited about the prospect of some undrafted dude out of Kentucky……

Edds is gonna be fantastic, as long as he doesnt turn into Donald Thomas 2.0

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by CarltheChamp on Aug 4, 2010 5:16 PM EDT up reply actions

JD Folsom was a 7th round pick from last season

Basically a poor man’s Edds. Similar skill set, smaller.

Edds will be fantastic, but this is a major setback that will obviously cut into his experience and limit our flexibility (if only slightly).

by Dave.Phuller on Aug 4, 2010 6:16 PM EDT up reply actions

You're thinking of Micah Johnson

and yes, I don’t think MJ can make up for the player we lost for various reasons.

by Dave.Phuller on Aug 4, 2010 6:16 PM EDT up reply actions

It seems to me that the Defense is this years main focal point

Having the most bright spots and competition overall. The defensive heavy draft seems to be working out so far and I for one am glad. Hopefully this will be the answer to all the let downs last year. This is going to be the funnest year ever for me to be a Dolphins fan.

by cdizzy on Aug 4, 2010 12:31 AM EDT reply actions

Here's what a Clemson coach had to say about Clemons,

“I really thought he’d be a fine NFL player,” said Vic Koenning, now the defensive coordinator for Ron Zook at Illinois. “He’s got good speed, he’ll knock the heck out of you, and he has decent ball skills.”

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by PotM on Aug 4, 2010 5:43 AM EDT reply actions

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by PotM on Aug 4, 2010 5:43 AM EDT up reply actions

Jacoby had this to say

Ford added: “He’s a hard worker and a gamer who knows how to play. It was only a matter of time for him.”

by PotM on Aug 4, 2010 5:44 AM EDT up reply actions

thats good to hear

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by Patssuck456 on Aug 5, 2010 1:51 AM EDT up reply actions

It must suck, knowing your first season will be on IR.

Edds has a year to recover from his injury, and would love to see him here again next year.

So Spitler, Folsom, or Johnson?

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by Kdog92 on Aug 4, 2010 7:03 AM EDT reply actions

He will be in camp next summer as long as he heals up fine.

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by texascowpunk on Aug 4, 2010 7:20 AM EDT up reply actions

I love Ronnies attitude, but

really would you expect any different from him at this point?

One thing I do know is that Ricky absoutely has at least one super productive year left, and Ronnie probably has 2-2.5 years left. I want that duel 1,100 backfield like Carolina had, and I think these boys can give it to us

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by CarltheChamp on Aug 4, 2010 5:06 PM EDT reply actions