The Dolphins have reportedly agreed to trade OG Justin Smiley to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Just two years ago, the veteran guard signed a five-year, $25 million contract with Miami. In order for the deal to consummated, Smiley has to pass a physical, which according to sources, may not be a formality.
Mancini’s Take: Was Smiley worth the money he received in the free agent market back in 2008? His talent would indicate that he is, but his litany of shoulder and leg injuries paint a different picture. There’s no doubt that the 28-year-old lineman is a difference-making pulling guard and drive blocker. In fact, Smiley did show signs of becoming a consistent force during the early part of his tenure with the Fish, but he hasn’t been able to shake the injury-prone label that he’s been carrying with him since his days with the San Francisco 49ers. The Jaguars can certainly