OK, so it is only the first depth chart and it is set for a preseason game. Nonetheless, it would be a shame not to judge it anyway as there are positions worth commenting on. We’ll start with the position everyone is talking about for the Dolphins, quarterback.

The depth chart for game 1 of the preseason has Josh McCown #1, John Beck #2, and Chad Henne #3. Head coach Tony Sparano commented that the depth chart is more a reflection on experience and less on performance. Obviously, if performance was the deciding factor, the Dolphins don’t have a quarterback in camp worthy of that #1 spot.

Newcomer Anthony Fasano, who previously played under Sparano for the Dallas Cowboys, is listed as the #1 TE. He is listed ahead of last years starter at TE, David Martin. Fasano would be a wise choice as the go to TE as he proved very capable in his role opposite Jason Witten in Dallas.

Big money rookie Jake Long is listed #1 at LT, and as well he should be. He was given a ridiculous amount of money for someone who has yet to compete in an NFL game. As a Dolphin fan I expect to see him in that #1 spot all season to justify his outrageous rookie contract.

Lastly, Renaldo Hill has been a starting safety for the Dolphins the last two seasons but currently finds himself listed on the 3rd team. It appears that for the time being at least, the Dolphins are choosing the speed of youngster Jason Allen over the superior knowledge Hill has of the system.

As I said, this is the first depth chart for a preseason game. The odds the depth chart will look the same come September 7th when the New York Jets come to town are slim, but nonetheless, it is worth noting some of the early choices.