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Miami Dolphins 2012 Draft Grade - Rishard Matthews

Feb 26, 2012; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Nevada wide receiver Rishard Matthews participates in a catch and run drill during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-US PRESSWIRE
Feb 26, 2012; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Nevada wide receiver Rishard Matthews participates in a catch and run drill during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-US PRESSWIRE

We've finally reached the end of the MIami Dolphins 2012 Draft class, with seventh round pick Rishard Matthews. Matthews marks the second wide receiver for the Dolphins, after B.J. Cunningham's selection in the sixth round. Similar to Cunningham, Matthews is not going to explode down the field with blazing speed, but he is sure handed, and will be able to hang on to the ball when it's delivered to him.

From ESPN.com:

What he brings: He's a big, athletic receiver with good body control and enough speed to make some plays downfield. He's not going to give you a lot after the catch and he has problems separating.

From NFL.com:

Bucky Brooks' take: Matthews is a productive pass catcher with sneaky skills. He could outplay his draft status quickly in Miami.

What's your take on the Dolphins' final draft pick of 2012? With the space between the draft and now, what grade do you give Rishard Marshall's selection?

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