The Miami Dolphins expect the fullback to block in the running game and that’s about it.  With that in mind they should feel real happy with what they have.  23-year old Reagan Mauia will be the starting fullback this season and having him in there is like having a guard in the backfield as he stands 6′0″, 270 pounds.  Mauia played in all 16 games (9 starts) as a rookie for the Dolphins last season and he carried the ball 4 times for 5 yards (1.3 ypc).  He also caught 2 passes for 5 yards (2.5 avg).  Mauia also helps out on special teams.

Converted linebacker Boomer Grigsby is the backup at fullback this season for the Fins.  Grigsby is 26-years old and he has the size to be a decent fullback at 5′11″, 249 pounds.  Grigsby played in 13 games (1 start) for the Chiefs last season and he made 5 tackles.  He has now played in 44 games (1 start) in his NFL career and he has 32 tackles.  It will be interesing to see how well Grigsby adjusts to his new role.

PROJECTED GRADE FOR THE 2008 SEASON:  C