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          Morning take: Dolphins difference-maker?

          • James Walker, ESPN Staff WriterApr 18, 2014, 09:00 AM ET
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            • A Temple graduate and Hyattsville, Maryland, native who lives in Miami
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          Here are the most interesting Miami Dolphins stories Friday from around the Web:

          • Omar Kelly of the Sun Sentinel wonders if the Dolphins can get a difference-maker in the first round.

          Morning take: Miami certainly needs to hit big in new general manager Dennis Hickey’s first draft. The Dolphins have talent on their roster, but they need more playmakers to build a playoff contender.

          Morning take: This is a dream scenario for Miami. Lewan would be a great get for the Dolphins at No. 19, but do not expect him to fall that far.

          • Andrew Abramson of the Palm Beach Post takes a look back at the Dolphins’ 2012 draft.

          Morning take: The Dolphins took quarterback Ryan Tannehill at No. 8 overall two years ago, and the jury is still out. This will be a huge third year to determine his long-term future in Miami.

          • Cody Strahm of Rant Sports says do not rule out UCLA linebacker Anthony Barr as a possibility.

          Morning take: It would be surprising if Barr made it to No. 19. Candidates such as offensive tackle Zack Martin and linebacker C.J. Mosley are more likely targets in the first round.