Morning take: Ochocinco, Miami's playbook

June, 14, 2012
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By James Walker | ESPN.com
Here are the most interesting stories Thursday morning in the AFC East:
  • Will wide receiver Chad Ochocinco learn the Miami Dolphins' new playbook?
Morning take: This was an issue with the New England Patriots. But I think Miami’s West Coast system will be easier. Ochocinco is a freelancer by nature, though, and that's something Miami must work through.
Morning take: Tebow was already big. But he's getting even bigger to take on the rigors of running the Wildcat offense. Tebow doesn't get enough credit for his strength and athleticism, and the Jets want to take advantage.
Morning take: McGee is a solid veteran corner, but he hasn't played more than 10 games in a season since 2009. The Bills continue to stick with McGee, which could pay off this year.
Morning take: Dowling is a highly-drafted player for the Patriots, but it's going to be a gradual process. In the practice I attended Wednesday, Dowling was beat on a few routes.

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Walker joined ESPN.com in 2008 after four seasons covering the NFL and NBA for the Columbus (Ohio) Dispatch. He's a Temple graduate and Hyattsville, Md. native who lives in Miami.

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