The Dolphins were looking for a big-play receiver this offseason. Someone who could take the top off a defense and open up the running game. They believe they got their man when they signed Mike Wallace. With a price tage at five-years, $60 million he needs to be a complete player, not just a deep threat like he has been.
Ben Roethlisberger told TheFinsiders.com on April 5, 2013 that Wallace is a complete receiver, and much more than just speed on the outside.
“Mike is way more,” Roethlisberger said. “It’s to Mike’s credit. Mike is really focused on becoming a better receiver. So he’s focused on his route running. He’s focused on running out-routes, and curl-routes, and in-routes and doing all the little things that’s required to become a great wide receiver.
“That’s why he, to me, is one of the best in the league, because he not only has that speed – he can run by anybody – but he can run routes and he can get open. That’s why we’re going to miss him, and the Dolphins are lucky to have him.”
He also said that Wallace was a great team mate and locker room presence.
“Love Mike, was sad to see him go,” Roethlisberger said. ”He’s a great teammate, obviously a great player, but I thought he was even better off the field. Just a great guy, great teammate. Miami is very lucky to have him because he’s a great player.”
The Dolphins need Wallace to help Tannehill develop. If he performs he will take some of the burden off of him as well as make the Dolphins more of a vertical threat than they were last year.
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