9 Players Who Matt Moore Would Love for the Miami Dolphins to Draft

I wish I could've seen the reaction on Matt Moore's face when the Miami Dolphins traded Brandon Marshall. 

Then again, Moore probably didn't think he'd enter next season as Miami's starting quarterback. Well, unless David Garrard or a rookie outplays Moore in training camp, he will in fact be the Dolphins' starting quarterback come Week 1 of the 2012 season. 

This isn't how things were supposed to happen. The Dolphins were supposed to land either Peyton Manning, Matt Flynn or Robert Griffin III. 

But reality has set in, and the 'Fins have no choice but to build around Matt Moore for the time being. And if the team wants him to be successful, then Jeff Ireland and Joe Philbin must surround him with weapons in the 2012 Draft. 

Here are some players that Moore should pray the Dolphins draft. 

Rueben Randle, Wide Receiver, LSU

A poor showing at the NFL Combine may hinder Rueben Randle's draft stock, but it shouldn't deter the Dolphins from targeting him. 

Randle is a 6'3", 210-pound wide receiver with 4.5 speed. He caught 53 passes and eight touchdowns for the LSU Tigers' run-first offense last season, and starting for a national powerhouse is always a plus. 

The Dolphins only have one wide receiver taller than 6'2" right now (Roberto Wallace), so it's pivotal that they add another big, physical wideout. Randle brings that combination of size and physicality to the table, and now that he's leaving LSU's run-heavy offense, he could reach new heights. 

Brian Quick, Wide Receiver, Appalachian State

Jeff Ireland drafted a small school wide receiver in the middle rounds of last year's draft (Clyde Gates), and he might be tempted to do it again if Brian Quick is on the board. 

Physically, Quick is very similar to Rueben Randle. He's 6'3", 220 pounds, and has 4.5 speed. But Quick is a converted basketball player who makes some absolutely incredible plays. His hands and body control are unbelievable.

Quick played against marginal competition at Appalachian State, but that shouldn't be overemphasized. Victor Cruz and Marques Colston both played at I-AA schools, and both are now premier wideouts. So long as Quick is groomed with patience, he could develop into a great NFL player. 

A.J. Jenkins, Wide Receiver, Illinois

Despite playing on an anemic Illinois offense that lacked a decent quarterback, A.J. Jenkins reeled in 90 receptions for 1,276 yards and eight touchdowns last season. Plus, he'll integrate perfectly into a West Coast offense. 

Jenkins exerts the traits required of a "WCO" wide receiver—precise route-running, quickness and strength. He ran a 4.39 at the combine, can create separation and make plays after the catch. 

Although he needs to pack onto his 190-pound frame, Jenkins could become a Greg Jennings-type player in the NFL. 

Mohamed Sanu, Wide Receiver, Rutgers

A few weeks ago, Mohamed Sanu was touted as one of the best wideouts in this draft class. But Sanu might've severely weakened his prospectus by running a 4.68 40 at the NFL Combine. 

Even though that's an unacceptable 40 time for a wide receiver, don't get carried away with workout numbers. Sanu was a dominant player at Rutgers, and he does everything a West Coast offense wide receiver should. 

Sanu still has time to salvage his draft stock, but as of now, he should be on the board when Miami picks in the second round. 

Marvin McNutt, Wide Receiver, Iowa

The connections between Marvin McNutt and the Miami Dolphins make him a player to watch very closely on draft day. 

First of all, McNutt is the picturesque west coast wideout. He's 6'3" 215 pounds, has great hands, the ability to rack up yards after the catch and he often ran short, quick routes at Iowa. 

Also, McNutt's offensive coordinator at Iowa, Ken O'Keefe, is now Miami's wide receivers coach. 

Coby Fleener, Tight End, Stanford

Even with Anthony Fasano and Charles Clay on board, Matt Moore should hope that the Dolphins draft a tight end. Fasano isn't athletic enough to slip behind linebackers, and Clay's role in the offense is still undefined. 

Stanford's Coby Fleener might be the most complete tight end in this year's draft, and he would be a tremendous addition to the Dolphins' offense. Fleener boasts a 6'6", 244-pound frame and 4.5 speed—an uncanny combination. 

Fleener also reeled in 10 touchdown receptions from Andrew Luck last season. There's a good chance Fleener goes in the first round, but if he's available when Miami drafts in the second, it'll be difficult for Jeff Ireland to pass him up. 

Orson Charles, Tight End, Georgia

Another tight end that would make Matt Moore a happy man is Georgia's Orson Charles. 

Charles is a bit undersized at 6'3", 250 pounds, but he was a team captain at Georgia and reeled in 45 passes and five touchdowns last season. He also has the athleticism to line up as a wide receiver, which is becoming a common trait amongst the NFL's best tight ends. 

Charles was charged with DUI in early March. If this hurts his draft stock, then we might see him fall to the Dolphins in the third round. 

Ryan Broyles, Wide Receiver, Oklahoma

Ryan Broyles was one of the most productive wide receivers in all of college football for the last two years. However, he suffered an untimely ACL tear in November, and he's been an afterthought in draft chatter since.

Broyles' injury is a glaring concern, especially for a player who relies so much on quickness and precision. But, an ACL tear isn't devastating—players routinely return from it with no problems. 

Tommy Streeter, Wide Receiver, Miami

Tommy Streeter has one of the most jaw-dropping combinations of size and speed in the entire 2012 Draft class. He's 6'5", tips the scales at 219 pounds and ran a 4.40 40-yard dash. 

With proper development, Streeter could become a stud. But, the key word here is could. Streeter is still extremely raw. He needs to pack onto his frame, and he'll also need to refine almost every area of his game. 

Last season was Streeter's first with a legitimate role in the Miami Hurricanes' offense. Before 2011, he had just six career catches. 

All this being said, Streeter is one of the most appealing prospects in the draft, and there's no doubt Matt Moore would be happy throwing to such a physical freak.