I think he's a guard.

I dreamt we drafted him a couple nights ago. Not sure why I've had a gut feeling about him. I mean it makes sense...Athletic, OG that they needed. Still weird.

Miami needs to take a WR at 82 though. This is the spot....Patton and Bailey make so much sense. Denard Robinson and Ellington are my 2 wild cards.

I think he's a guard.

I dreamt we drafted him a couple nights ago. Not sure why I've had a gut feeling about him. I mean it makes sense...Athletic, OG that they needed. Still weird.

Miami needs to take a WR at 82 though. This is the spot....Patton and Bailey make so much sense. Denard Robinson and Ellington are my 2 wild cards.

Analysis

Strengths

Displays the potential to start as either a tackle or guard in the NFL. Plays with natural bend in the knees, and flexbility. Possesses excellent agility. Can sit down into his blocks and anchor. Can block down yet spring back outside to cut off outside blitzers, also gets to second level quickly and shows good speed and hustle downfield. Very good at pulling, and is always attempting to drive his assignment to the ground. Maintains balance while extending his arms to keep outside rushers out of the pocket, does not give up after initial contact. Good recovery speed to cut off spin and inside counter moves. Goes out to meet his man and packs a punch to stop their momentum. Comes off the ball very well from a three-point stance in the run game.

Weaknesses

Foot quickness is a bit lacking. Must continue to get stronger in the lower body, will give up a bit of ground against powerful defenders -– especially when he fails to land his punch correctly. Must consistently get his hands up quickly, both in pass protection and when trying to negate second-level defenders. Lunges towards his man out of a three-point stance on occasion, overextending to allow him to pass by.

NFL Comparison: Rodger Saffold

Bottom LineThomas has three years of starting experience in the SEC under his belt. He spent his Sophomore and Junior seasons at left tackle, before moving to guard in his senior season. Thomas plays with great flexibility. He also has the ability to anchor into his blocks. Thomas likely profiles better as an offensive guard, but is capable of playing left tackle in the NFL, despite less than ideal foot quickness. Thomas should be a top-50 selection.

Man.....if he is our OT hopeful, I am not impressed. Another big body, then we trade pick 82. Who needs offensive playmakers??

Man.....if he is our OT hopeful, I am not impressed. Another big body, then we trade pick 82. Who needs offensive playmakers??

Terron Armstead went two picks before him.

Yep, I saw that as well. I was praying he'd fall to us. But honestly I think that if we wanted him we would have known to move up and get him. I think we liked Thomas' versatility. I think we plan on letting him compete for the ORT spot in camp. Worst case scenario it seems like we've got a solid OG prospect. I saw us taking him in the 3rd in more than one mock draft. But I'm with you Rich, I kind of wonder what would have happened if Armstead was still on the board. Would we have still taken Thomas?

Thomas isn't going to be playing RT for us this year. He's a guard for us right now, probably pushing Incognito. If we sign Winston, he's going to be our RT. If we don't sign him, we'll make another move, be it tomorrow or free-agency to get at RT or LT and kick Martin to RT. Either way, I don't see this kid at tackle this year.

Don't get too caught up in Coach speak. Our OL is a work in progress. We'll see what happens, but I expect Miami to make another move to shore it up. it's really the last thing Ireland has to adress. If he does, this team is a serious playoff contender next year.

2013 will be a redshirt yr for Thomas & Richie will be gone after 2013. He doesn't fit the system & is costly.

Yep, that writing is on the wall.

Yep, that writing is on the wall.

Philben said that he is going to play on the left side, and I am thinking guard as well.

If the Dolphins pick up a veteran LT, Incognito may be gone this year.

2013 will be a redshirt yr for Thomas & Richie will be gone after 2013. He doesn't fit the system & is costly.