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Hyde: Waddle’s first, fast impression is what this rebuild needs more of | Commentary

The cheeky ease with which the kid started — in a place that’s haunted the Miami Dolphins — matters in a good way. Everyone knew Jaylen Waddle was fast. Was anyone sure he’d be this quicksilver fast in turning NFL heads?

His first NFL play was a 17-yard catch. His first NFL touchdown showed a mix of fast and furor. His first NFL game ball went to his mother, showing he was raised right.

Everyone know time is the big test. But there’s a special place for the rookies who don’t need a process or patented patience to announce their arrival.