The Miami Dolphins have locked up the future. According to Field Yates of ESPN.com, the Miami Dolphins have signed quarterback Tua Tagovailoa to a four-year contract worth over $30 million. The contract has a fifth-year team option.
Tagovailoa is viewed as the franchise quarterback for Miami. He put together a great career at the University of Alabama. With over 70,00 passing yards, 87 touchdowns, and one 3,000-yard season, Tagovailoa put together a solid career in Tuscaloosa. Now, he will look to be that same stabilizing force for Miami.
As of the time of publishing this article, he is the second top-10 pick to have signed a contract with his team. Derrick Brown of the Carolina Panthers is the other.
There has already been so much hype surrounding his arrival in Miami. From wearing the number one, to getting praise from Dan Marino, Tagovailoa has had a busy couple of months.
Now, the Miami Dolphins need to focus on signing their other two first-round picks. Austin Jackson and Noah Igbinoghene are the other draft picks in question.
Miami Dolphins spending big this offseason
It’s reassuring that Miami has already signed Tagvailoa. Sometimes, rookie contracts can take a while to sign, and the negotiating process can take longer than expected. Especially with the uncertainty of the season, the fact that the Miami Dolphins were able to get this deal done quickly is certainly a positive.
According to a tweet from Adam Beasley of the Miami Herald, Tua is just the seventh-highest paid Dolphin. Interestingly enough, two of the players on the list were already on the team prior to this offseason. The rest on the list are new arrivals.
Now, the waiting game begins. No one knows for sure when Tagovailoa will make his debut. Some have speculated it could come in the second half of the season. Whatever the case may be, he is now officially in the fold.
We finally have an idea as to what number new Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is going to wear. According to the team, Tagovailoa is set to wear number one for Miami.
Cam Newton, Kyler Murray, and Warren Moon are some of the more recent quarterbacks to have worn the number.
Let us not forget that Randall Cunningham also wore this number towards the end of his career. He had quite an impressive career of his own.
The bottom line is, the number one carries a lot of weight. The exclusivity of the number itself means that the Miami Dolphins are putting their trust in Tua.
In total, there have been 110 players who have worn number one. That certainly makes Tagovailoa’s jersey number even more special.
Tagovailoa war number 13 while at Alabama. There was a debate in social circles whether or not the dolphins would unretire Dan Marino’s number. However, this announcement puts that debate to rest.
The Miami Dolphins are entering a new era
The Miami Dolphins are looking to enter a new era of football. The organization has received an overhaul this offseason. Tagovailoa is a big part of this overhaul. He has certainly brought energy to the organization as the Miami Dolphins look to rise back to the top of the AFC East.
With this jersey number for the rookie, the Dolphins are making a statement. They believe Tua is the future of the organization. With the New England Patriots undergoing a rebuild in the post-Tom Brady era, the entire AFC East now has a chance to compete.
More so than any other team in the AFC East, the Buffalo Bills will undoubtedly be a thorn in the side of the Miami Dolphins for the foreseeable future. Hopefully, wearing number one, Tagovailoa will help bring the organization back to respectability and help them land a spot in the playoffs.
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Shula personified everything sports, and life, are meant to nurture.
Determination.
Work ethic.
Integrity.
Today is a very sad day for us all. We extend our most sincere thoughts and condolences to the family and friends of legendary coach Don Shula and the @MiamiDolphins organization. pic.twitter.com/KXdaswsifn
Shula’s legacy cast an unintentional shadow over the Miami Dolphins, along with that of Dan Marino.
A nearly impossible bar to reach, yet one that shows what the pinnacle of achievement means.
He did that for us.
Coach Shula – you will truly be missed! You embody the definition of “greatness.” You brought that winning attitude with you every day and made everyone around you better. (Part 1/2) pic.twitter.com/Ytoi5l7H4F
One could stop at the numbers and Shula’s impact would be unfathomable.
Yet that would not do him justice.
The Dolphins with Don Shula as coach:
26 seasons
2 losing seasons
The Dolphins without Don Shula as coach:
28 seasons
15 losing seasons
— Five Reasons Sports Network (@5ReasonsSports) May 4, 2020
His mentorship and commitment to an unwavering standard help mold a team in his image that would transcend the NFL.
Perfection is often referred to as an unobtainable illusion.
Hard to believe he’s gone. He was such a dominant force. I fully expected he'd live to see 100. Winning was critical to him but winning WITHIN THE RULES was more important. There was only 1 perfect team in the first 100 yrs of the NFL and Coach Shula is the reason! #FinsUppic.twitter.com/yimRSpkZDO
That game would of course be known for Joe Namath’s guarantee of victory which came to fruition.
A feat which gnawed at Shula and fanned the flames of his determination and will.
Which he would use to take himself and the Miami Dolphins to the summit.
The Mount Rushmore of South Florida sports when everything is considered…
Shula
Riley
Wade
Marino
— Five Reasons Sports Network (@5ReasonsSports) May 4, 2020
The 1972 Miami Dolphins under Shula are the pinnacle, the standard by which any team that follows will be measured against.
They say luck is when opportunity meets preparation.
The Miami Dolphins were lucky enough to have the opportunity to land Shula when he left the Colts.
Sometimes, timing is everything.
When the stars align and everything falls into place, you end up with a destiny beyond what you thought was possible.
That was Don Shula.
My most treasured day as a sports reporter: On the day before Don Shula’s 80th birthday, he invited me to his house. We spent hours on his veranda, overlooking Biscayne Bay, as he told story after story, treating me not like a reporter but like a grandson. I will never forget it.
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After releasing veteran DE Taco Charlton on Thursday, the Miami Dolphins took the predictable next step and moved on from former first-round pick Charles Harris on Friday. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, GM Chris Grier actually managed to find a trade partner. In exchange for Charles Harris, the Dolphins will receive a 2021 seventh-round pick.
The #Falcons are sending a seventh-round pick to the #Dolphins for DE Charles Harris, per source.
That’s two former first-round picks Miami has moved on from in the past 24 hours: Taco Charlton cut yesterday, now Harris traded.
Considering Charles Harris has only 3.5 sacks throughout his entire three seasons with the Dolphins, it’s shocking the Falcons were willing to give up an asset for him. With that trade, Miami now has a total of 10 draft picks ready for the 2021 NFL Draft. Their extra first and second-rounders come from last year’s trade that sent Laremy Tunsil and Kenny Stills to the Houston Texans. The extra sixth-rounder comes from the Minkah Fitzpatrick trade to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
1st Round – 2 picks
2nd Round – 2 picks
3rd Round – 1 pick
4th Round – 1 pick
5th Round – 1 pick
6th Round – 2 picks
7th Round – 1 pick
Harris’s departure is under the same circumstances as Taco Charlton’s. The Miami Dolphins have added a lot of talent at both defensive end and outside linebacker for their 3-4 defense. For different reasons, neither Charlton nor Harris were expected to contribute. Charlton is speculated as not being a “locker room guy,” while Harris was simply unproductive. Consequently, the door is open for the likes of Curtis Weaver, Jason Strowbridge, and Miami’s free agent haul to provide what Harris couldn’t.
All of a sudden, the Dolphins roster is now devoid of any of their hand-picked first-round talent from 2009-2018. The only one who remains is WR DeVante Parker, who recently signed a 4-year, $30 million dollar contract after a breakout season. However, while Harris will remain as a certified bust on Chris Grier’s resume, Grier deserves credit for not hanging on to hope for too long and cutting ties in a timely manner.
Now Miami can move forward with new, more scheme-fitting talent. In essence, the extra pick is icing on the cake that allows the Dolphins to continue building for the future.
Luis Sung has covered the Miami Dolphins for numerous outlets such as Dolphins Wire for seven years. Follow him on Twitter:@LuisDSung
https://www.fivereasonssports.com/wp-content/uploads/DSC_0449-scaled.jpg17112560Luis Sunghttps://www.fivereasonssports.com/wp-content/uploads/FiveReasonsWebsiteLogo.svgLuis Sung2020-05-01 10:35:092020-05-01 10:37:42Miami Dolphins trade DE Charles Harris to Atlanta Falcons for 7th round pick
It would seem that Taco Tuesday in Miami has come to an abrupt end. The Miami Dolphins are releasing veteran defensive end Taco Charlton after he led the team in 2019 with five sacks. This continues the Dolphins roster churn as they look for the best possible talent.
Charlton, 25, was picked up off waivers from the Cowboys last September. In his short stint with the Dolphins, Charlton played in ten games, made 21 tackles and – as previously mentioned – led the team in individual sacks with five. As a former first-round pick for Dallas (28th overall in 2017), Charlton was never able to live up to his first-round potential. But Miami made it a point to give several castoffs a chance to revitalize their careers last season, to no avail.
Despite Charlton’s numbers, he fell out of favor with the coaching staff and soon found himself inactive on game days. Coaches never gave a concrete reason as to why Charlton wasn’t playing on Sundays. However, speculation is that Charlton didn’t have the versatility they were looking for in their defense.
“We base who plays and all of that stuff based on game plan.” Former Dolphins defensive coordinator Patrick Graham said last December. “The thing is Taco is working hard. That’s what we’ve asked him to do. Then based on game plan, we make a decision on that.”
the #dolphins claimed DE taco charlton off of waivers in week 3 and since his arrival in miami,he's slowly becoming one of the best pass-rushers on the roster. through 4 games,🌮has recorded 3 sacks, matching his career total. charles harris has 3 sacks in his career.#tacotuesdaypic.twitter.com/omFMq7Xl4N
The hope among fans was that Charlton would get an chance to compete in training camp for a roster spot. If anyone was to be released, it would be fellow former 2017 first-round pick Charles Harris, who has only 3.5 sacks in his entire career.
Whether it was Harris or Charlton, the likelihood of either or both of these players no longer being with the team in 2020 was high. The Dolphins invested a lot of capital in shoring up the defense in hopes of creating a pass rush. Kyle Van Noy, Shaq Lawson and Emmanuel Ogbah all project to offer both pass rushing and edge setting at either defensive end or outside linebacker. Then in the draft, Miami selected second-round defensive tackle Raekwon Davis, fifth-round defensive lineman Jason Strowbridge and sixth-round defensive end Curtis Weaver.
Not only that, the Dolphins also have linebackers on the roster who can rush the passer. Vince Biegel signed his restricted free agent tender for $2,133,000 and was disruptive all season. 2019 draft pick Andrew Van Ginkel is also capable of getting to the QB in a hurry.
All of these additions and holdovers make Charlton expendable. The new players on Miami’s roster all offer versatility that Taco Charlton does not. The Dolphins aren’t looking for pure pass rushers anymore. Their 3-4 defense requires players who can set the edge and stop the run. Speed rushing is no longer a high priority.
There will be more moves made as teams shuffle their rosters to find the best possible combination of 90 players.
Luis Sung has covered the Miami Dolphins for numerous outlets such as Dolphins Wire for seven years. Follow him on Twitter:@LuisDSung
The Miami Dolphins placed a lot of emphasis on shoring up the trenches on both sides of the ball in the 2020 draft. One of the players they drafted is Louisiana offensive lineman Robert Hunt, a physical power blocker who makes a name for himself by utterly dominating defenders coming at him. His style of blocking would indicate that he fits best as a guard in the NFL. But he has plenty of experience as a tackle from his college days.
So the question is, what do the Dolphins plan on doing with Hunt?
“Robert can play right tackle, he can play right guard.” GM Chris Grier said after drafting Hunt 39th overall. “So for us, he’s going to come in and compete for a job. Brian’s talked about it. It’s a competition. That’s one of the things we liked about him – position flexibility to play those things, but the thing we loved about him was his competitiveness. He’s a tough, physical player. He plays with an attitude. He’s got good football intelligence. It’s important to him.
“A lot of those criteria and qualities the coaching staff is looking for, this kid has them so we’re very excited. After we took him, Brian and I got multiple texts from people on other teams saying that was their guy, so we were happy to get him and think he will be a good fit. (We are) looking forward to having him – when he gets here – to work and get on the field and compete for a job.”
The answer is vague as per the norm. In truth, the plan can be anything and can easily change as time goes on. But according to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, there is some clue as to where Miami plans on letting Hunt try out first.
“…we’re told the Dolphins at least want to give (Hunt) a chance at right tackle,” wrote Jackson. “The plan – subject to change, obviously – is to allow Hunt and Jesse Davis to compete at right tackle and decide which player is better suited to tackle and which is better suited for guard.”
KC met with Robert Hunt at the Combine last week. #50 at RT Hunt could play either Tackle or Guard in the NFL. He started for 3 years at Louisana-Lafayette, and it's easy to see why he got an invite to the combine. A physically big man he mashes the LB. @ArrowheadLivepic.twitter.com/LWwGuCzoHz
Trying Robert Hunt out at right tackle makes sense for several reasons. Firstly, putting Hunt at tackle frees up the logjam at guard the Dolphins currently have. Presently, the roster consists of Keaton Sutherland, Shaq Calhoun, Danny Isidora, the aforementioned Jesse Davis, and of course 2019 draft pick Michael Deiter and rookie Solomon Kindley. Naturally, the best case scenario would have Kindley win the job at right guard as another massive, power blocking player. That would leave Hunt at right tackle and Jesse Davis can be the primary backup.
Secondly, and more importantly, Hunt has an entire season to try and develop at right tackle. The entire draft class is predicated on developing potentially elite talent. Hunt isn’t projecting to be elite right away. However, there’s no telling what his ceiling can be at tackle if he fixes his footwork and mobility. That’s the trade off the Dolphins have made. Giving up immediate contributors for a chance to turn high-upside prospects into superstars in a year’s time.
Hunt, for his part, has made it clear he has no preference.
“I definitely can play any position that coach or the o-line coach need me to play.” He said after being drafted by Miami. “I’m a versatile guy. I think that will help me out a lot in this draft, so wherever coach needs me to play, that’s where I’ll stick at. I’m open to playing any position. I’m ready to play any position. Anything, anywhere that I can help the team out, I’ll definitely do it.”
Hearing that is definitely encouraging. Many players say that they’re okay playing anywhere, but not everyone means it. Infamously, Minkah Fitzpatrick initially claimed he enjoyed being a chess piece on the football field. Then a year later he expressed his deep frustration with that philosophy, resulting in a trade to the Pittsburgh Steelers. That trade gave the Dolphins Austin Jackson, but having Fitzpatrick in the defense Miami is building would make it potentially elite. The fact that Hunt seems open to the initial experimentation is a good sign.
Fans should be excited about the potential Robert Hunt brings to the table. Some are bothered by the lack of instant starters in this year’s draft class, but it’s important to keep things in perspective. In 2019, Brian Flores took a ragtag group of undrafted free agents and roster castoffs and dragged them to 5-11 when they had no business winning even one game. If that’s what Flores can do with subpar talent, what can he do with potentially elite talent?
Robert Hunt is eager to find out. He attended the NFL combine but was unable to workout, and that may have hurt his draft stock. But Hunt believes that everything that’s happened to him is for a reason. He’s happy to be in Miami where they’re building something special. And he doesn’t care if that’s at guard or tackle.
“It is what it is. This was going to happen anyways.” He said. “I’m a big believer in God. God puts you in places that He wants you to be. He definitely put me here for a reason. I’m just going to take the opportunity and go forward with it. He doesn’t make mistakes. This is a blessing to me. It doesn’t hurt me or help me. This is my opportunity. I’m super grateful for it.”
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The classic Tua 2020 concept, with the #Tankovailoa hashtag, to honor the Miami Dolphins’ apparent backwards pursuit of the elite University of Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.
(Is that how you spell it?)
That’s been the biggest seller on our site, by far.
It’s a party in South Florida, so why not play off a favorite drinking establishment, the one with the slushy drinks that make you feel a little loopy.
So we have two shirts based on that bar, which is based on the New Orleans tradition.
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The Miami Dolphins entered the 2020 NFL Draft with three first-round selections, they left it a changed franchise.
smoke screen /ˈsmōkˌskrēn/ noun
a cloud of smoke created to conceal military operations. a ruse designed to disguise someone’s real intentions or activities.
One word can summarize the Miami Dolphins main tactic leading up to the 2020 NFL Draft.
Deployed in a military scenario during engagement, a smokescreen is a simple and effective method of camouflage lasting just an instant.
In the sense of NFL subterfuge, the deception lasts for months and doesn’t stop until the clock starts.
I should just keep my head in the sand. One hour before draft starts you’re liable to hear pretty much everything, not always accurate. My gut feeling has always been Tua. But hopefully this is a situation where Grier, Flores, Ross are holding the cards and others just guessing.
In the end, we had no idea what the hell was going to happen.
Miami gave us all the smoke, and we inhaled.
When it cleared, we stood looking through the haze where we belonged from the start.
Cincinnati and Washington were expected to stand pat with their top two selections.
The worst kept secret of the draft – Cincinnati’s intentions.
Bengals president Mike Brown officially welcomed LSU QB Joe Burrow to Cincinnati on Wednesday, one day before the Draft. Brown sent Burrow a letter that said, amongst other things, that he looks forward “to building championship football teams with you for many years to come.”
With the second pick the Washington Redskins selected DE Chase Young, another heavily predicted scenario.
The 2020 NFL Draft really began with the Detroit Lions and the third selection.
From NFL Draft Kickoff: The #Lions and #Dolphins have been discussing a potential trade up for Miami to go to No. 3, but the #Jaguars have been in touch with Detroit, as well (possibly for a top left tackle). pic.twitter.com/3mw2RnSUsf
The moment that many Miami Dolphins fans spoke into existence actually happened.
Incredible. Just incredible. Four and a half years since I was told about this kid. He’s so special. So, so thrilled. And Miami kept every pick. Great job. Thrilled.
Something so widely hoped for, predicted, and mocked actually came to fruition.
While the Dolphins “tank” had ammunition left with two more first-round picks in the chamber.
Oh what a glorious night.
The virtual draft lacked the flash and technical nuance of the standard yearly affair.
Which under these circumstances seemed to galvanize a connection between the fans and the players.
Even Goodell.
Everyone in their living rooms (or basement) instead of green rooms and ballrooms.
A reminder we are still in unusual and scary times, but have hopes and dreams and that life will go on.
Board Takes Shape
Miami’s next selection was scheduled for 18 and the board began to reveal some surprises.
No. 6 Chargers – QB Justin Herbert, Oregon
No. 7 Panthers- DT Derrick Brown, Auburn
No. 8 Cardinals- LB Isaiah Simmons, Clemson
No. 9 Jaguars – CB C.J. Henderson, Florida
The run on defense left Cleveland with their choice of top tier tackles and they leapt at the opportunity.
No. 10 Browns – OT Jedrick Wills, Alabama
Simmons falling to the Cardinals at eight and the Jaguars taking Henderson at nine were both mild surprises.
No. 11 Jets – OT Mekhi Becton, Louisville
No. 12 Radiers – WR Henry Ruggs III, Alabam
Becton did not take a fall despite his pre-draft issues, while Ruggs being the first receiver off the board was unexpected.
The draft seemed to hum along peacefully, with no trades through the first 10 picks for the first time since 2015.
That trend would stop at pick 13 as the 49ers traded that selection to Tampa Bay.
The first bit of bad news for the Dolphins as the Bucs would grab the third tackle in four picks.
No. 13 Buccaneers – OT Tristan Wirfs, Iowa
With the Wirfs pick, the consensus first round tackles were all off the board. Now with a significant drop off at that position, the options began to narrow for the Dolphins as their next pick approached.
No. 14 49ers – DT Javon Kinlaw, South Carolina
No. 15 Broncos – WR Jerry Jeudy, Auburn
No. 16 Falcons – CB A.J. Terrell, Clemson
No. 17 Cowboys – WR CeeDee Lamb, Oklahoma
The run on offensive tackles and wide receivers was complete for the moment.
With Miami back on the board at 18 players such OLB K’Lavon Chaisson and S Xavier McKinney were on the board.
Along with all the top running backs…well every running back.
Reaching into the second tier of offensive tackles at 18 seemed like poor value.
Trading down seemed like a logical play with Jordan Love still on the board.
Miami would hold tight and add another piece to the offensive line, albeit not one that was widely predicted.
No. 18 – Dolphins OT Austin Jackson, USC
Wow.
Position of need, yes.
Player of need at this spot?
Not in the eyes of most observers.
Jackson at 18 was a stretch, but his upside is something to hold out hope for.
He was not graded as a first rounder by most analysts and has had a unique journey to the NFL via USC.
Jackson donated bone marrow to his sister in 2019 and missed the entire offseason program, hurting his draft stock.
Obviously this speaks to his character and at age 20 Jackson has plenty of time to grow and develop into an NFL player.
And the Dolphins get their OT. Austin Jackson has really nice potential to grow into a long time starter. So far, this formula has gone to plan for Miami. A really good plan.
In a pick that was forecasted by few, the Dolphins pick up a high upside cornerback in Igbinoghene who slots as a nickel corner at the next level.
Both of his parents ran track for the Nigerian Olympic team and Noah inherited a lot of that athleticism and speed.
Igbinoghene is a former wide receiver and has natural instincts in terms of positioning and body control, with the ability to close quickly in space.
Despite being listed at just 5-foot-10 and a shade under 200 pounds, Igbinoghene isn’t afraid to stick his nose in there and tackle.
With Xavien Howard and Byron Jones on the outside, Igbinoghene fits perfectly with the needs of the Miami secondary.
Safeties Xavier McKinney and Antoine Winfield were both still on the board, however Miami went with another sticky cover man in Igbinoghene. Look for the safety spot to be a target in Round 2, Miami has the 39th and 56th selections going into Friday night.
No. 31 Vikings – CB Jeff Gladney, TCU
No. 32 Chiefs – RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire, LSU
In a mild surprise, only one running back was taken in round one. Edwards-Helaire has the skillset of a new age NFL running back and could have been a target for Miami on Day 2. With how the board shook out in Round 1, there are still the majority of the top backs still on the board.
J.K. Dobbins, D’Andre Swift, and Jonathan Taylor could all be Round 2 targets for the Dolphins, along with Cam Akers a little further down the board.
Winfield is intriguing as well, it is unlikely that McKinney could be had without a trade up from 39. Safety Ashtyn Davis is another strong candidate for the second round.
It was a wild night for the Miami Dolphins and their fans, under unusual circumstances the escape was much needed for a lot of people.
Fans should be pleased that the Dolphins drafted Tagovailoa, finally taking a shot at a transcendent quarterback prospect for the first time in decades.
With plenty of capital remaining, the next two chapters of the 2020 NFL Draft should hold plenty more in store for the Miami Dolphins.
Make sure to check out our live draft coverage Friday night:
It finally happened, the Miami Dolphins have Tua Tagovalioa as their starting quarterback. Really, all that needed to happen was the formality of drafting him. He had been connected to Miami for quite some time. Now, the Dolphins can look towards the future.
The Dolphins have been looking for a franchise quarterback ever since Dan Marino retired. They now have it with Tagovalioa.
Tua can do it all. He can run, pass, keep plays alive and lead. The quarterback ranks third all-time in passing yards in Alabama history with 7,442. He ranks first in Alabama history in passing touchdowns with 87.
He will enter a Miami offense that certainly has weapons at receiver, provided a couple come back healthy. DeVante Parker emerged as a true No. 1, finally. Preston Williams, an undrafted find, was headed that way before his injury, but he’s reportedly recovering well.
Albert Wilson and Jakeem Grant were dynamic two seasons ago — if healthy, maybe they will be again.
And Tua has the touch and timing on slants to make them go.
Now he just needs protection, as the Dolphins continue to shape the line.
The one worry I have in regards to him as a player is his durability. The reviews from the hip specialist he went to see were extremely positive, however. Stephania Bell of ESPN spoke to Dr. Thomas Byrd, who gave him a clean bill of health. It certainly is great to hear such a positive prognosis.
But there’s no rush. The season may not start on time. Ryan Fitzpatrick is an ideal bridge quarterback, who can also win and lead, and understands his role in helping the next generation.
The Miami Dolphins have needed stability at the quarterback position. Tagovalioa should be able to provide that for years to come. They have been yearning for this type of playmaker and franchise player for what seems like forever. Quarterbacks like this don’t come along very often. Now, Miami has their man and a cornerstone player to boot. Here’s to hoping for success sooner rather than later.
Make sure to check out our continuing coverage on our YouTube channel throughout the evening.
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