Dolphins general manager Chris Grier, and Jeff Ireland in an earlier time, snagged several productive players at multiple positions in the fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh rounds of the NFL Draft.
Grier found talent at running back (Jay Ajayi), cornerback (Tony Lippett and Bobby McCain), defensive tackle (Davon Godchaux and Vincent Taylor) and a speedy return specialist (Jakeem Grant).
Ireland and the Dolphins’ scouts during that era (2008-2013) unearthed quality fourth to seventh round pieces at safety (Reshad Jones), receiver (Brian Hartline and Rishard Matthews), cornerback (Nolan Carroll) and running back (Lamar Miller).
So that’s the good news.