The Miami Dolphins have done a lot to improve their receiving corps this offseason, bringing in Cedrick Wilson Jr. and trading for Tyreek Hill from the Kansas City Chiefs.
However, they might not be done just yet.
According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Dolphins are set to work out Baylor wide receiver Tyquan Thornton. Thornton is most known for his 4.28-second 40-yard dash time at this year’s NFL Scouting Combine, as it was the fastest time of any offensive player.
In his four seasons at Baylor, Thornton recorded 143 receptions for 2,242 yards and 19 touchdowns. During his senior season, he was named second-team All-Big-12 for putting up 948 yards and 10 touchdowns on 62 receptions.
NFL analyst Lance Zierlein broke down his game on NFL.com:
“There is a lot to like about Thornton’s game, including his instincts, long speed and ability to create separation on the move. He’s a vertical threat with the speed and poise to win deep and has an excellent feel for maintaining spacing when working against zone coverage. He’s skinny and linear, which is a bad combination in defeating strong press-man corners on the next level.”
As a late-round prospect, Thornton may be available when the Dolphins pick in the seventh round. Adding his skill set to a group that boasts Hill and Jaylen Waddle, two of the faster receivers in the league, could be dangerous.
