Here's a story from the Sun Sentinel about the first pick from the Miamid Dolphins.
By Kevin Clark | South Florida Sun-Sentinel
DAVIE - The Miami Dolphins took a step toward improving their 25th-ranked passing defense with their first-round pick Saturday, drafting Illinois cornerback Vontae Davis.
Davis, picked 25th overall, said in an interview after the selection that he considers himself a "compete corner."
He had only two interceptions last season, but had seven tackles for loss among his 78 total tackles. He also forced three fumbles.
He will compete for a starting job with Jason Allen and Eric Green for the right to play alongside Will Allen, who is locked in at one cornerback.
Davis (5-11, 203) was picked over the likes of USC linebacker Ray Maualuga and Ohio State running back Chris Wells, who were still available.
Davis heard the news in a restaurant in his hometown of Washington, D.C., where he was surrounded by more than 100 friends and family members. Davis' brother, Vernon, is a tight end for the San Francisco 49ers.
The Miami Dolphins selected West Virginia quarterback Pat White with their first pick in the second round of the NFL Draft.
The Dolphins still have one selection in the second round tonight, the 56th overall pick.
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