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Mock Draft: Post-Combine 2016 NFL Draft First Round Predictions

By Patrick Schmidt

Feb 26, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Ole Miss Rebels offensive lineman Laremy Tunsil (48) participates in workout drills during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 26, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Ole Miss Rebels offensive lineman Laremy Tunsil (48) participates in workout drills during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 24, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish offensive lineman Ronnie Stanley speaks to the media during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish offensive lineman Ronnie Stanley speaks to the media during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports /

59. . OT. Notre Dame. Ronnie Stanley. 8. player

The Miami Dolphins could go with a defensive lineman like Shaq Lawson here or they could reach for a linebacker to fill a position of need, but I think the best move is adding another body to help protect Ryan Tannehill at quarterback.

The Dolphins invested heavily in Tannehill and brought in some skill position players through the draft, free agency and trades to help him develop but now it’s time to give him a bodyguard in the form of an offensive tackle like Ronnie Stanley who can come in and start right away.

Miami needs to protect their investment and while it won’t be the sexiest move, it will be the wisest in their pursuit to get back to the playoffs.

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