After the hasty release of defensive tackle Leon Orr, the Miami Dolphins had an open space on their roster that needed filling.
So with the uncertainty surrounding 2015 first round draft pick DeVante Parker and his back injury, the Miami Dolphins decided to promote former University of Miami wide receiver Rashawn Scott from the practice squad.
Scott has impressed coaches all season in practice with his ability to imitate opposing teams’ best wide receiver, as well as putting on a good show during training camp before the season when he was signed as an undrafted free agent.
In his career at UM, Scott caught 91 passes for 1,247 yards and eight touchdowns, and he could have an opportunity to get some snaps against the Baltimore Ravens behind Leonte Carroo due to the lack of participation in practice from Parker.
Scott could get the call above Jakeem Grant because Grant’s small stature limits what he can do as a typical wide receiver. Scott on the other hand is 6-foot-2 and can make tough catches and fight for the ball in the air.
Which is what Miami would need if Parker can’t go.
There’s no guarantee as of yet whether the worst case scenario will come to pass, but Adam Gase has shown he knows how to be prepared. Scott will provide some much needed depth, and perhaps get the chance to prove himself.