The Splash Zone 8/30/18: Kenyan Drake Ready To Become A Star The Miami Dolphins have a star in the making and his name is Kenyan Drake. The third year running back enters the season as the team’s top back after an electrifying second half to the 2017 season. Drake wants to be relied upon to make those big game changing plays as he showed flashes of stardom last season. Not only is he a threat in the run game Xavien Howard Jersey , Drake offers a ton in the passing game also. 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We bring you a rundown of Miami Dolphins news from the last 24 hours.Around SB Nation: What Other NFL Blogs Are Discussing - The PhinsiderWeekly, we take a look around the SB Nation family of NFL blogs. Here are the news stories and analysis they are discussing.Which Miami Dolphins players are on the roster bubble in 2018? - The PhinsiderThe Miami Dolphins are a little over 24 hours away from the start of their final preseason game for 2018. After Thursday night’s game at the Atlanta Falcons, the Dolphins will not have much time... Could the undrafted free agent make Miami’s 53-man roster?" />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesHorizontal - WhiteThe Phinsidera Miami Dolphins communityLog In or Sign UpLog InSign UpSectionsFanpostsFanshotsLibraryDolphinsOddsShopAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 322 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteSections 2018 NFL Draft2018 NFL Free Agency2018 Mock Drafts2018 Draft ProspectsFiled under:Miami Dolphins NewsOffseason Talk2019 Miami Dolphins What to Watch ForDolphins’ WR Preston Williams continues to impress as OTAs come to an endNew,30commentsCould the undrafted free agent make Miami’s 53-man roster?EDTShareTweetShareShareDolphins’ WR Preston Williams continues to impress as OTAs come to an endIsaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY SportsOn last week’s episode of Phinsider Radio, the three of us discussed our favorite ‘darkhorse’ players for the upcoming 2019 season.Immediately after the topic was brought up Myles Gaskin Jersey nfl draft , there was only one player that came to mind.His name isPreston Williams.For those that don’t know, Williams was a four-star recruit out of high school .And after a problematic career off the field at Tennessee, Williams would find his way to Colorado State - anxiously waiting for the NCAA’s approval.A year after being forced to sit out a season, Williams amassed 1,592 yards and 16 touchdowns in his senior year (2018).But it still wouldn’t be enough to put his troubled past behind.Ultimately, Williams would not be invited to the NFL combine.Furthermore, the draft would come and go without ever hearing his name called.To some, it may have been the deciding fork in the road.But not for a man that has already overcome so much.For those living under a rock, there’s a new regime in Miami.And with that new regime comes second chances for a lot of former NFL players and hopefuls alike.Furthermore, most of the offseason has been used to award these players with opportunities. That’s exactly what the Dolphins did when they signed Williams to a contract, shortly after the draft.Let’s take a look at everything we know about the 22-year old wide receiver, and what he needs to do to make the 53-man roster.Who is Preston Williams?Hometown: Lovejoy, GeorgiaHeight: 6’4Weight: 211 LBsSchool: Tennessee/Colorado StateGames watched: vs Hawaii, @ Florida, vs Air Forcevs Hawaii (9 catches Kenyan Drake Jersey , 188 yards, 2 touchdowns)What we learned from this game is quite simple.Williams is good, very good.And one thing that was abundantly clear, is that he was the best player on the field vs Hawaii.Furthermore, whenever they had the chance to get the football in Williams’ hands, that’s exactly what they did.In addition to his 6’4 frame, Williams looks the part of a true number one wide receiver.Most impressive, is how well he can high point the football and box out receivers with his large frame. Also, his route running and ability to create separation with his quick feet is equally as impressive.Here, is a look at each of Williams’ targets from last season’s game vs Hawaii.@ Florida(9 catches, 106 yards)After watching Williams flourish vs Hawaii, it was time to see what he could do when going against some SEC competition.As we know, Florida breeds NFL defensive backs.So this would be a good barometer of the type of player he can be. More so, it allows us to see how he performs vs tougher competition.Again, Williams is by far and away the best player on Colorado State’s offense.And although you can see him struggle at times vs tougher competition Dan Marino Jersey , the game never seems too big for him.Williams makes everyone around him better and although the quarterback play was dreadful all season long, he put up big numbers.Let’s take a look at what Williams can do against much tougher competition, on the road in Gainesville:vs Air Force ( 12 catches, 248 yards, 3 touchdowns)Like Hawaii, Air Force isn’t known as a defensive juggernaut.And in the last game of his collegiate career, Williams looked nearly unstoppable.Here’s a look at his three touchdown performance vs Air Force.ConclusionEvery year, we fall into the same trap and get overly excited about a player impressing in shorts and a t-shirt.But like everything surrounding this new Dolphins’ team, this time just feels different.By most accounts, Williams has done all the right things during this round of organized team activities.And although he is an undrafted rookie battling for a 53-man roster spot, he impressed enough to earn time with the starters.There’s no telling how many receivers the Dolphins will keep on the 53-man roster.But one thing is for certain, if Williams can keep his head on straight and continue to do all the right things on AND off the field, Miami may have found a diamond in the rough.
