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2016 NFL Draft Midseason Grades For Every 1st Round Pick

By Erik Lambert

Oct 30, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass in the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass in the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 1, 2016; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil (67) walks off the field after a game against the Tennessee Titans at Hard Rock Stadium. Tennessee won 21-10. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 1, 2016; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil (67) walks off the field after a game against the Tennessee Titans at Hard Rock Stadium. Tennessee won 21-10. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /

Miami Dolphins

Top Pick:  Laremy Tunsil, OT, Ole Miss

From a talent standpoint, there is no way Laremy Tunsil should’ve fallen out of the top 10 in the draft. Such are the consequences of getting in trouble at the worst possible time, as his famous gas mask bong video proves. He fell to the Dolphins and came with questions of whether he could stay out of trouble. Thus far he has, and his addition to their offensive line has really begun to show up in a big way. Particularly in their ground attack as he’s plowing open running lanes for Jay Ajayi.

Grade:  B+

Hidden Gem:  Xavien Howard, CB, Baylor

Improving the pass defense was a top priority for the Dolphins from the moment the new coaching staff took over. They tried several different ways to find help in the secondary including a trade for Byron Maxwell. On top of that they spent a 2nd round pick on Xavien Howard, a late riser in the draft. Though he’s dealt with injury problems so far this year but he’s contributed well with 28 tackles and a forced fumble.

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