Sunday Evening Random Live Thread This is one of our random and yet not so random (since they appear nearly every evening) live threads. Everyone is Miami Dolphins Hats , as always, welcome to discuss any subject that you wish on the live threads, but please, in doing so, continue to adhere to the rules of the site. Also as per those rules, the discussion of, alluding to or references to politics or religion are prohibited because we like it better when everyone gets along. Please keep the conversation as close to PG-13 as possible. The PG rule also extends to the posting pictures and gifs. Any nudity (this includes photo’s with see-through clothing) or anything else of an offensive nature is strictly prohibited and the posting of such may result in a warning. Additionally, please keep your pic’s and GIF’s to a reasonable number and a reasonable size as to not slow down the load time of the thread too much. Please use the preview button before posting ANY photos to make sure that they do not show up as a huge item that will also slow down the load time for certain site members.2019 NFL Draft Preview: Tight Ends The Miami Dolphins came into the 2018 NFL Draft with a clear need at Tight End.They obviously made that a priority by drafting not one, but two tight ends; Mike Gesicki and Durham Smythe.I personally liked both picks; I believe both have a great chance at being really good pros.The Dolphins also have the likes of Maquise Gray, AJ Derby and Gavin Escobar to complete their TE corp.I am excited to see the 2 rookies play this season, and given the depth at this group I’d say TE isn’t going to be a big priority for the Dolphins in this year’s draft.However, for the sake of my college preview, let’s take a quick look at this year’s potential draft class.Noah Fant Miami Dolphins Hoodie , Iowa (Jr)Fant is a fun player to watch.He’s a big guy who plays with a competitive spirit and it shows.He’s got the best hands out of all the TE’s in this class in my opinion.He makes quick cuts and knows how to go up and get the ball.He’s a skilled receiver, no doubt about that.His blocking is average; he’s got the tools to be a respectable blocker, he just needs to improve.I think he can improve on dealing with press coverage better as well, but right now he’s my favorite TE in this class.Photo by Matthew Holst/Getty ImagesKaden Smith, Stanford (Jr)Kaden Smith might as well be in the WR class because that’s all I saw him do.He’s definitely not overly fast but he’s got quicks and runs smooth routes.His best trait though is winning the jump ball.He’s tough when fighting the grab the pass and he rarely loses.He, like Fant, also has very sure hands.Like I said, I don’t have a good hold (no pun intended) on his blocking skills and he’s not the best athlete, but Smith is certainly one of the top TE’s in this class.Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsCaleb Wilson, UCLA (Jr)Wilson was limited last season due to a foot injury, but looked very good prior to that.He’s got all the tools you would look for in a TE and this year has a chance to prove that he belongs at the top of this group.Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY SportsTommy Sweeney, Boston College (Sr)Sweeney is completely different than the previous TE’s I have covered on this list.He’s the best blocking TE I have scouted so far in the early stages of this draft class.He’s stout, great hand use Cheap Customized Miami Dolphins Jerseys , and can move opponents.Unfortunately, he leaves much to be desired in terms of athleticism and receiving threat.I am not trying to be mean, he’s just not a big threat in the passing game.He can catch the ball, he’s just slow and doesn’t have the route running and quickness you need to be a big time TE.He’s a great blocker though, that could be a red zone/short yardage type guy and that will intrigue teams.Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports Other Notable TE Prospects:Tyler Petite, USC (Sr)C.J. Conrad, Kentucky (Jr)Albert Okwuegbunam, Missouri (RS Soph) - Caught 11 TDs last yearIrv Smith Jr., Alabama (Jr)Alize Mack, Notre Dame (Sr)Matt Sokol, Michigan St. (Sr)
