Miami Dolphins: Why Mike Pouncey Will Not Follow in His Brother’s Footsteps

July 9, 2011   ·   Cory Feinberg   ·   Jump to comments

Bloodline (n): an animal's set of ancestors or pedigree, typically considered with regard to the desirable characteristics bred into it. 
 
The Steelers knew what they were getting when they selected Maurkice Pouncey with the 18th pick of the 2010 draft: a highly experienced and powerful player that has had great success while starting at both the guard and center positions.
As you know, this pick turned out to have great value. Maurkice Pouncey earned All-Pro Honors in his rookie year while also making a trip to the Pro Bowl. He was the leading force behind the Steelers offensive line.
Although many people think Florida Gator football ended after Tim Tebow departed for the NFL, it didn't. Maurkice Pouncey's brother, Mike, needed to make a positional change to center in order to compensate for the gap after the draft.
Prior to this change, Mike Pouncey had a ton of success at the guard position, as he received first-team All-Americ...

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