*** DOLPHINS NEWS ***

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Jul 16, 1995: -- Mitchell Signs --

The news media is reporting that the Dolphins have signed their fourth round draft pick, TE Pete Mitchell of Boston College to a 3 year deal for undisclosed terms.

Mitchell set a Boston College record with 190 receptions for 2338 yards and 20 touchdowns during his 4 years in college. He will most likely act as the team's long-snapper as well as backing up Eric Green at tight end.

Mitchell's signing leaves the Dolphins with only one unsigned draft choice - first round pick Billy Milner.

Also in the news, Bert Weidner signed the contract that he had agreed to earlier in the week. Official terms were not disclosed, but the deal is reported to be for 2 years at the league minimum, with incentives that could bring it up to $1.6 million, depending on playing time.

My Comments:

As I've said before, the salary cap makes signing draft choices easier than it has been in the past. It's good to see Mitchell get signed before training camp opens, as he is almost certain to make the roster as the long-snapper and will probably see some use in the complicated pass offense of the Dolphins.

The signing of Weidner gives the team depth and experience at both the guard and center positions and is a positive move.

The biggest concern with training camp right around the corner is the fact that Billy Milner is still unsigned.