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Apr 23, 1996: -- 5 Undrafted Rookies Signed --

The Dolphins announced immediately after the draft that they had reached terms with 5 undrafted rookie free agents. The players are:

	Player		Pos.	Ht.   Wt.   40   College
	Andy Fuller      TE     6-1   258  4.95  Auburn
        Anthony Harris   LB     6-1   224  4.6   Auburn
        Larry Izzo       LB    5-10   220        Rice 
        Rodney Ray       CB    5-10   185  4.5   Northwestern
        Sir Mawn Wilson  WR     6-2   210  4.48  Syracuse

Andy Fuller is a better blocker than a receiver, but always works hard and hustles. He has also played linebacker, so he may contribute on special teams.

Harris is fast and tough, as well as a very hard worker with a lot of hustle. He lacks the best instincts and is not big enough to take on blockers real well.

Rodney Ray is a converted running back who is a good overall athlete and who played basketball and ran track in high school. However, he needs to develop his coverage and tackling skills.

Wilson is a big receiver with lots of athletic ability, but has had a lack of production. In 1995, he missed the first two games, but played in the rest of the season. However, he only caught 16 passes for 211 yards and 1 touchdown.

I was unable to find any information on Izzo.

My Comments:

This is a group of guys who don't have much chance of making it in the NFL, but for now, they are officially members of the Miami Dolphins. My guess is that Harris has the best chance at being on the team in September, but it wouldn't surprise me to see them all gone.

Related Links:

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Dolphins Sign 5 Undrafted Rookies