Terrelle Pryor: Miami Dolphins and 4 Other Teams That Could Use the QB

Ohio State quarterback Terrelle Pryor has eye-opening talent, along with abrupt off-the-field problems that could make a front office turn its head the other way.

Pryor chose not to return to school for the 2011 season, leaving his sketchy reputation as a Buckeye in the past.

The scandal that led to five players being suspended for five games, the resignation of Jim Tressel, and most recently, Pryor's plans to move forward to the NFL Supplementary Draft (if he's allowed), has left Ohio State with many questions for the future of its football program.

But we're here to judge Pryor on ability, not accountability.

With that in mind, here is a list of good NFL fits for Terrelle Pryor.

5. Cincinnati Bengals

When Terrelle Pryor decided to leave Ohio State, he hired Drew Rosenhaus—Chad Ochocinco's agent. Via Twitter, the Bengals wideout spoke very highly after a workout with Pryor, almost hinting he would love to see the versatile QB in Black and Orange.

He's also been working out with former Cincinnati quarterback Ken Anderson, who was the NFL MVP back in 1981.

Carson Palmer has refused to torment himself any longer, stating he'd rather retire than play another minute for the infamous Mike Brown. Andy Dalton is sort of a security blanket, just in case the Bengals don't sign a veteran before the season begins.

Dan LeVevour is a backup, and let's face it—Jordan Palmer is only on the roster because he's Carson's younger brother.

Pryor is obviously a project at the quarterback position, but Cincinnati wouldn't have much to lose if they were to decide to give the former Buckeye great a shot.

The worst-case scenario is that he's a bust. But hey, he'd sell some tickets.

And Mike Brown loves his money.

4. Washington Redskins

Washington is a team that has numerous questions at the quarterback and wide receiver positions. Terrelle Pryor is athletic enough to play either, and it automatically puts him on Mike Shanahan's watch-list.

The Redskins have long term vacancies at both quarterback and receiver, and may be obligated to take a risk when the time comes. Donovan McNabb is almost a given to be on another team when the season starts and John Beck is, well, John Beck.

Pryor's unbelievable gift of versatility makes him alluring to offensive coordinators, and the Redskins may have no other choice but to put themselves in this do-or-die situation.

3. Buffalo Bills

The Buffalo Bills are always in need of a quarterback. So why wouldn't they try out Pryor?

Ryan Fitzpatrick is most likely set in stone as the starter in 2011, but even then, they already know what they're going to get with the Harvard grad—four to six wins.

Throw Pryor in the system here and there, and BOOM. The offense has some variety. 

Bills coach Chan Gailey has been known to develop young quarterbacks—especially those with quick feet—and would be able to utilize Pryor's strengths to Buffalo's advantage.

Pryor is expected to end up taken in the later rounds of the supplementary draft, so the Bills wouldn't have to throw away a potential decent selection in 2012's draft.

This is a great opportunity for Pryor and would possibly allow him to become a starting QB in the shortest amount of time.

2. Oakland Raiders

Jason Campbell may have the QB position locked up in Oakland—for now.

The Raiders haven't had a set starting quarterback since Rich Gannon from 1999-02, and they haven't shown interest in Campbell as the franchise name.

Al Davis loves flashy players like Pryor (see Heyward-Bey) and is probably drooling at the chance to pick up an athlete that stands 6'6" and has been known to run as fast as a 4.4 40-yard dash

The Raiders could go bargain-hunting, as they need a developmental QB.

Oakland surprisingly didn't select a quarterback in the NFL draft, so it would make sense to grab Pryor here. Besides, his rough-around-the-edges past would make him a perfect fit as a Raider.

1. Miami Dolphins

The Miami Dolphins are in an unhealthy situation.

Starting (maybe) quarterback Chad Henne and coach Tony Sparano are both under scrutiny and on the hot seat for 2011.

A run-first Wildcat offense has been implemented, and the Dolphins don't have a quarterback fit for this position. They ranked 16th in passing yards and 21st on the ground—well below the standards of a Jeff Ireland team.

Given the circumstances, Terrelle Pryor would thrive best in Miami. He knows how to make quick decisions and can fly with the ball. If the running game improves, he wouldn't have to worry about throwing as much—something that concerns most NFL scouts. And in addition, the Wildcat could potentially allow him to show off his versatility at wide receiver as well.

Think about it. Terrelle Pryor plus Ronnie Brown, Ricky Williams, newly-aquired Daniel Thoma, and an option-attack—a very illustrious lineup. This is, of course, if the Brown-Williams duo decides to stay put in Miami.

Chad Henne has struggled as a pro and is walking on hot coal this year. If (and when) he fails, who will the Dolphins look to?

Surely not Tyler Thigpin.

And even if Henne finds success, there would always be room for Pryor in certain packages with the way Brian Daboll runs his offense.

Pryor's raw ability is repelling, yet enticing. He is a project and any team that decides to take the risk of signing him could quickly end up regretting it. His off-field issues have proved he may not be NFL-ready; but then again, his actions on the field show otherwise.

With the lockout finally reaching its end, many moves like this particular one are shortly approaching.

Let the madness begin.