DAVIE, Fla. (AP) -- Former first-round draft pick Danny Watkins says
he's grateful for a fresh start with the Miami Dolphins after being cut
by the Philadelphia Eagles.
Watkins signed a $555,000, one-year contract with Miami and joined the team Tuesday.
"It's the most exciting time in my life
again," he said after practice. "I've had a grin on my face since this
morning. It's been great."
Watkins, a guard, spent two seasons with
the Eagles and started 18 games before losing his job early last year.
He was a surprise choice with the 23rd overall selection at age 26 when
the Eagles made him the oldest first-round pick at that time since 1980.
Watkins will provide depth behind
starting guards Richie Incognito and John Jerry. Miami waived
second-year center Josh Samuda.
