Jay Ajayi – running back
2016 salary – $540,000
The Dolphins drafted Jay Ajayi in the 5th round and many believed that this selection could have been the steal of the mid-rounds. Ajayi was injured during his senior season in college and as a result his draft stock plummetted. Originally, Ajay graded out as a top three back entering the draft.
In 2015, Ajayi ran the ball only 49 times accumulating 187 yards and a 3.8 yards per carry average. Less than one yard less than Lamar Miller. When Ajayi got the ball he ran very physical and showed very good upfield push and vision.