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Mike Tannenbaum, Adam Gase and Laremy Tunsil – April 29, 2016 Download PDF version

Friday, April 29, 2016

Executive Vice President of Football Operations Mike Tannenbaum, Head Coach Adam Gase and Tackle Laremy Tunsil

Mike Tannenbaum:
(Opening statement) – “We appreciate everyone’s patience. We’re back here to introduce Laremy Tunsil as the next member of the Dolphins. As we said a few minutes ago, we’re really excited that Laremy is here. (We) thought it was a great opportunity for the organization. We expect Laremy to come in and contribute. Where he plays, again as we said, Coach (Adam) Gase will decide that. But we’re excited that Laremy is here. Congratulations.”

Laremy Tunsil:
“Thank you. I’m excited to be here. It’s a blessed opportunity just to be in the NFL, just to be a part of the Miami Dolphins organization. ”

(On if he has had a chance to put his night into perspective) – “Like I said, (I’m) just excited to be a part of this organization.”

(On what he would say to Dolphins fans that think he has character issues) – “Just know they got a good guy that puts everything on the line for the team.”

(On what the past 24 hours have been like for him) – “It’s been good to me. I’m drafted. I’m in the NFL. So I’m happy.”

(On if he can clarify who hacked into his account) – “I don’t know (anything) about that. I’m here to talk about the Miami Dolphins.”

(On what happened today to make him ill) – “I don’t know what happened. I had an allergic reaction. The doctor took care of me so I’m good.”

(On if he felt woozy or fainted) – “No. I just had an allergic reaction.”

(On if it was something he ate) – “Probably.”

(On whether an allergic reaction has happened to him before) – “Yes, it has.

(On whether the text messages posted to his Instagram account were accurate) – “I’m here to talk about the Miami Dolphins.”

(On where he anticipates playing on the offensive line)  – “Anywhere they put me would be fine. If coach wants me to play quarterback, coach wants (me) to play receiver, tight end – hopefully tight end – but whatever he wants me to play.” (laughter)

(On whether he has previously played guard) – “Like I said, whatever position he puts me in will be fine.”

(On how much he knew about the Dolphins prior to the draft) – “I’m from Florida, actually, so I know a lot about the Miami Dolphins. Being from Florida, I knew a lot about the Dolphins.”

(On whether he grew up a Dolphins fan) – “No, I grew up a Saints fan.” (laughter)

Mike Tannenbaum:
“We just found that out.” (laughter)

Laremy Tunsil:
(On the Dolphins’ history of left tackles and where he hopes to fit into that lineage) – “Like I said, wherever you put me will be great. I heard a lot of good things about the tackles.”

(On how his conversations with Head Coach Adam Gase have gone) – “Pretty good.” (laughter)

Mike Tannenbaum:
“Adam was really disappointed we took an offensive player.” (laughter)

Laremy Tunsil:
(On whether there is a player he admires) – “I liked Tyron Smith from the Dallas Cowboys.”

(On why he admires Tyron Smith) – “His game. The way he plays is nice.”

 (On whether he was able to sleep last night) – “Like I said, I’m blessed just to be here. It’s a great opportunity.”

(On handling adversity with an upbeat attitude) – “Like I said before, it’s a blessing just to be here, just to be in the NFL and to be a part of this organization.”

(On if he can shed light on his comments from last night) – “I’m just here to talk about the Miami Dolphins.”

(On the Dolphins’ willingness to draft him) – “They gave me a chance and (I’m going to show them) why. I’m the best player and I should be in the draft.”

(On the dangers of social media) – “Like I said, I’m blessed.”

(On whether he has seen QB Ryan Tannehill play much) – “No, but he texted me yesterday, so that’s a sign of (knowing) he has my back.”

(On what he would say to people about his character) – “No character issues at all.”

(On if he can help protect QB Ryan Tannehill) – “I’m coming here to help the team anyway I can.”

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