2. Zach Thomas

The Dolphins had 11-year veteran Jack Del Rio in camp to man the middle in 1996. But then new coach Jimmy Johnson laid his eyes on his undersized and humble dervish of a fifth-round pick. J.J. installed Thomas as the starter, and he went on to be named to seven Pro Bowls.

( July 10, 2012 )

The Dolphins had 11-year veteran Jack Del Rio in camp to man the middle in 1996. But then new coach Jimmy Johnson laid his eyes on his undersized and humble dervish of a fifth-round pick. J.J. installed Thomas as the starter, and he went on to be named to seven Pro Bowls.

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