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Apr 17, 1996: -- Cal Dixon Joins Phins. --

The Dolphins announced yesterday that they had signed former Jet Cal Dixon to a contract for undisclosed terms. Dixon, a 6'4", 302 lb center has played his entire career with the Jets. Last season, he started 11 games at center.

Dixon was selected in the 5th round of the 1992 draft by the Jets from the University of Florida and has played his entire career with them, starting at center for most of the time he has been in New York. Dixon, who was an unrestricted free agent, can also play offensive guard.

The Dolphins also signed free agent offensive lineman Elbert Berts, who didn't play football last season. He did spend some time with the Dallas Cowboys last spring, but was waived before training camp.

My Comments:

When Bert Weidner was waived in February, the Dolphins lost both their backup center and a backup guard. Presumably, Dixon will be able to fill that role. He may also be able to push Tim Ruddy for the starting center spot, although I doubt that he'll actually be able to unseat Ruddy from his starting role.

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