Dion Sims, TE Miami Dolphins Fantasy Football Rookie Spotlight
Dorian “The Trashman” Colbert, Rosterwatch.com

 

Height: 6’5″

Weight: 262 pounds

40-time: 4.75

Drafted: 4th Round

 

The Trashman’s Scouting Notes:

Considered one of the better blocking tight ends in the draft, Sims depends on his massive, imposing frame to push defenders around. What is often overlooked is his deceiving open field speed and his ability to catch balls away from his body and then use that frame to shield defenders. Tackling Sims is another matter altogether, as he is extremely difficult to bring down, and falls forward most of the time.

He gets off the ball quickly in his release and shows instinctive and natural positioning moves against smaller linebackers. While Sims’ game still needs some refining, the pass-catching aspect is clearly underrated.

The Trashman’s Fantasy Outlook for Dion Sims:

Sims’ blocking ability will provide him plenty of playing time in a Miami offense hungry for better play through the trenches, but unfortunately he won’t see many passes thrown his way right off. Newly acquired Dustin Keller will be the pass-catching tight end in Miami to start, and with the reinvigorated receiving corps of Mike Wallace, Brian Hartline, and Brandon Gibson on board, opportunities will be few.

Still, Ryan Tannehill seems like a smart guy, and hopefully he realizes he has a potential red-zone asset in Sims a la Scott Chandler of the Bills. Sims comes in as a better player than Michael Egnew was in 2012. Don’t bother drafting Sims in redraft or or keeper leagues. Until further notice, he should only be considered as taxi-squad fodder in dynasty leagues with developmental units. If he does find use in 2013, it won’t be enough to make him stand out in a crowded tight end field.