Dolphins add to offensive line with Michael Deiter
The Miami Dolphins selected offensive lineman Michael Deiter out of Wisconsin in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 78th overall.
As the rebuild marches on in Miami, new head coach Brian Flores continues to add talent to the offensive line.
Announced as a guard, Deiter figures to slide in on either side of Daniel Kilgore.
Prospect profile
School: Wisconsin
Height: 6-5
Weight: 309 lbs
Strengths
- Extremely versatile: played center in 2016, left tackle in 2017, and left guard in 2018
- Excellent skills as puller and great in space
- Successful against twitchy, quick defensive tackles in pass protection
- Mauler in second level
- Talented run-blocker who can lock up top-tier defenders with ease
- Much more comfortable inside than on edge
Weaknesses
- Anchor as pass-blocker needs improvement
- Showed athleticism on tape but didn't test very well at combine
- Flagged for 12 penalties over last two seasons
- Ability to play tackle but struggled versus speed rushers there
Bottom line
Deiter will garner his fair share of interest during the draft due to his experience playing multiple positions. In reality, he's likely best suited for guard and has starting-caliber traits there. Deiter is an advanced run-blocker who fits well into any offensive scheme. He'll kick off his NFL career as a multi-position backup with a chance to be a Year 2 starter.