Wide Receiver: an intriguing battle at Fins camp

by shula13 on Aug 4, 2011 7:07 PM EDT

While all of us are very excited about this particular Dolphins training camp and the various position battles that go along with it, I'm personally most excited to see how the Wide Receivers perform. Logically speaking, the top 4 spots are already locks with Brandon Marshall, Davone Bess, Brian Hartline, and Clyde Gates. No matter what, Gates is guaranteed a spot on the 53 man roster since Miami took him in the 4th round of the 2011 draft. That being said, we're left with 1, or possibly 2 spots left, with three guys battling it out: Roberto Wallace, Marlon Moore, and Julius Pruitt.

Let's analyze:

Roberto Wallace: this guy has the prototypical size that most teams drool over. He's at least 6'4 and has become the understudy to Brandon Marshall. The Dolphins have been really high on him for over a year, however, this league is all about production on the field, and Wallace has not "flashed" during any meaningful playing time last year. He may be physically imposing, but hasn't impressed me yet (I'm thinking another Patrick Turner).

Marlon Moore: Like Wallace, Miami has also taken a liking to Moore. While he doesn't possess the sheer physicality of Wallace, Moore has certainly made the most of his playing time, highlighted last year by a 50+ yard scoring touchdown against the Raiders, allowing him to show off his speed. Moore has definitely caught my attention, and I've noticed how quickly he transitions from catching the ball and then turning quickly upfield for more yards. I think he's a keeper. Miami needs to base their decisions on production and not always falling in love with size.

Julius Pruitt: Pruitt is the biggest unknown in the group. He's been with Miami for a while, and was tucked away on the practice squad for most of 2010. Early practice reports indicate he's been doing well, but until we see him in any games, the jury is still out.

I think the main battle may be between Wallace and Pruitt. Their fates will be determined by their ability in the preseason games.

This fanpost was written by one of The Phinsider's registered users.

Tweet Comment 14 comments | 0 recs |

Do you like this story?

Comments

I'm for keeping 6 receivers...

mine would be Marshall, Bess, Hartline Gates, Moore, and Pruitt
even at the expense of keeping only 2 quarterbacks..

My Favorite Acquisitions: "Clyde" Gates WR, Charles Clay FB, Jimmy Wilson CB/S, Nic Grigsby RB, Jonathan Freeney OLB, Kevin Burnett ILB, Reggie Bush RB, Tom Brandstater QB, Marc Colombo RT. OL needs to be Long (LT), Pouncey (LG), Incognito (C), Carey (RG), and Colombo (RT).

by DolphDallas on Aug 4, 2011 8:12 PM EDT reply actions

only 2 QBs?

remember the Titans game? They will go with 3

I got S + What a Dog's Tail Does.
Bring back Pat White. He is the chosen one.

by Va FinFan on Aug 4, 2011 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions

keep someone on the PS

With the 15th pick, the Miami Dolphins select John Stamos....'s brother

I probably know Judo! How many of you can make the same boast?

by Souwantmyname on Aug 4, 2011 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions

lol, a lot of good that will do in the game where you lost your QBs.

Ò°°°···‚‚‚ "I am more nervous than excited about this year" Patssuck456 ‚‚‚···°°°Ó
BandWaken Got me this Matty BLB award 2010
former Goof Trooper and proud recipient of the Matty JLRBotY award 2010

by uncle finster on Aug 6, 2011 11:28 AM EDT up reply actions

Trade Moore or Pruitt for Wallace and that's a good list

aka "The Duke"
Proponent of I-AA Football
Driving the Roberto Wallace Bandwagon
Captain of the Draft Landry Jones Bandwagon

by The Earl on Aug 4, 2011 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions

u no eye hav bin dreyevn the JP BW for ovr a yere now

;^)

-LCFF

DotJPBW
(under protest)

by LeftCoastFinFan on Aug 5, 2011 7:27 PM EDT up reply actions

Tis true... and if Pruitt made the team, I'd be cool with that

aka "The Duke"
Proponent of I-AA Football
Driving the Roberto Wallace Bandwagon
Captain of the Draft Landry Jones Bandwagon

by The Earl on Aug 5, 2011 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions

Zion?

by uncle finster on Aug 6, 2011 11:29 AM EDT up reply actions

lol

i loan him my account every once in a while

-LCFF

DotJPBW
(under protest)

by LeftCoastFinFan on Aug 6, 2011 2:28 PM EDT up reply actions

how about 4 safeties instead of 5

Cut culver

Vice captain of the Landry Jones bandwagon
Chad Henne for the 2012 pro bowl
Vontae Davis and Sean Smith = Sam Madison and Patrick Surtain 2.0
Proud member of the "trade Lebron James for Dwight Howard" bandwagon
All hail the mighty brandstater

by AnishB15 on Aug 5, 2011 3:00 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions