• Vernon Carey is a professional offensive tackle for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League.

  On February 20, 2009, Carey and the Dolphins agreed to a six-year contract. The deal is reportedly worth a total of $42 million, including $18.9 million over the first two years, making him the highest-paid right tackle in the league.Scout.com: Breaking Down Carey's Deal Carey was set to become a free agent on February 27, 2009.ESPN.com: Carey, Dolphins Agree to Deal

• 1. Born: July 31, 1981
  2. Birthplace: Miami, Florida
  3. Height: 6'5"
  4. Weight: 335 lbs
  5. Jersey:
     1. 72
  6. Position: Offensive tackle
  7. College: University of Miami, FL
  8. NFL Draft: 19th overall in 2004 (Miami Dolphins)

• NFL Career

  Vernon Carey was selected by the Dolphins in the first round of the 2004 NFL draft. During his rookie season, Carey played in 14 games, starting two of them. Beginning in his second season, Carey became a full-time starter. Although Carey was moved around to different positions on the offensive line, he was still part of an offensive front that allowed only 26 sacks in 2005. The Dolphins running game also averaged 118.6 yards per game that season.

  Carey has started in every game during his past two seasons with the Dolphins. Beginning in 2007, he became the team's starting left tackle.MiamiDolphins.com: Vernon Carey

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