Tim Ruddy

They were the faceless force whose primary function was to protect Dan Marino. Offensive linemen generally receive attention only when they commit a penalty or miss a block that results in the quarterback being sacked. The workmanlike, low-profile...

On a line once known more for finesse pass blocking, Richmond Webb was its best finesse blocker, a Pro Bowl selection his first seven seasons. But questions lingered about his toughness, his ability to run-block.The Dolphins' left tackle answered those...

Year, Player, Pick, Pos., College 2004 -- NO PICK 2003 -- Eddie Moore (49), LB, Tennessee 2002 -- NO PICK 2001 -- *Chris Chambers (52), WR, Wisconsin 2000 -- *Todd Wade (53), T, Mississippi 1999 -- J.J. Johnson (39), RB, Mississippi St.; *Rob Konrad...

The Dolphins' drafts from 1991-95 mostly were solid but unspectacular. Shula added several quality players but also made his share of questionable choices. One sharp move was to take Bryan Cox in Round 5 in '91. Cox soon would emerge as a defensive leader...

Dolphins coach Dave Wannstedt showed just how serious he is about improving his team's rushing game in Saturday's NFL Draft. The Dolphins selected Mississippi's Todd Wade -- a monstrous right tackle noted for his run-blocking ability -- with their...

The Miami Dolphins stuck by their plan to take an interior defensive lineman, even when it amounted to taking someone who coach Don Shula called "a project." Selecting Mississippi defensive tackle Tim Bowens with the No. 20 overall pick was the biggest...