The Miami Dolphins made an interesting move to claim former New York Jets pass-rush specialist Quinton Coples via waivers on Tuesday. He is a former first-round pick who underachieved in New York but could provide a spark for Miami’s struggling defense.
Here are some initial thoughts on the acquisition of Coples:
The first question is where does Coples fit in Miami’s defense? The Dolphins run a 4-3 scheme that is different from the 3-4 defense the Jets have run under current head coach Todd Bowles and former head coach Rex Ryan. Due to his size, Coples was a better defensive end than outside linebacker in New York.