Dolphins appear headed for safe pick Jake Long

 
While the Miami Dolphins appear to be inching closer to wrapping up Michigan tackle Jake Long before taking him with their first pick in Saturday's draft, they apparently... [link]

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Dolphins sign Long, will select OT No. 1 overall

Jake Long seemed at ease in his new role as the NFL's No. 1 draft pick, leaning into a news conference microphone to talk about his mean streak while his mother sat in the corner, nodding as she smiled.
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GHOLSTON UNMOVED BY JAKE LONG TALK

As rumors and reports proliferate that the Miami Dolphins are focusing on getting a deal done with Michigan left tackle Jake Long, Ohio State defensive end/linebacker Vernon Gholston isn’t buying it just it. “There’s been a lot of ...
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Dolphins agree to terms with top pick Jake Long

The Dolphins can officially be taken off the clock after agreeing to terms with Michigan offensive tackle Jake Long, who will become the first pick in the 2008 draft. The organization has called a 1:45 p.m. press conference to announce the signing of Long, the draft's top offensive lineman, who gave up to two sacks and committed two penalties throughout his entire collegiate career.
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FOX Sports on MSN - NFL - Dolphins to make Jake Long draft's top pick

Michigan offensive lineman Jake Long and the Miami Dolphins have agreed to terms on a six-year deal. The deal, to be voided after five years, is worth $30 million guaranteed and has a total value of $57 million over five years, FOXSports.com has ...
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The Miami Dolphins have signed Jake Long to a 5-year deal

Jake Long is a phenomenal fit for the bruising offense preferred by Tony Sparano and Bill Parcells. Long will fit in as the left tackle in this offense, or should at least be penciled in there for the time being. Getting Long in camp early is very important, as this is a new regime and a new offense for the entire team.
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