Since It Worked So Well Last Year...

Last season, the Miami Dolphins chose Ohio State's Ted Ginn Jr. over would-be starting quarterback Brady Quinn out of Notre Dame. A surprising move at the time, the Dolphins apparently had a plan in place as they selected John Beck in the second round. This selection, or lack of, likely had something to do with the fact that the 'Phins will be choosing first overall this coming draft.

With Boston College's Matt Ryan sitting there for the picking, this seems like a no-brainer. Right? Wrong. Miami is reportedly in talks with Michigan offensive lineman Jake Long.

I find it interesting that Tom Condon represents both Ryan and Long. What I find more interesting is the following quote:

The Dolphins are believed to be happy with quarterback John Beck, and they are not considering Ryan as an option with the first pick.

Could the Dolphins be taking a page out of the Browns' textbook that says an offensive line needs to be in place before a quarterback can succeed? Lord knows that Trent Green wasn't the answer, and if Beck gets another shot, it looks like it'll be behind a brand new bodyguard. No word on who they plan on taking with the first selection in 2009.