is staying in the AFC East.The former first-round pick, on Monday, was claimed by the on Tuesday. The 6-foot-6, 290-pound Coples joins a Miami team that's been looking for answers along its defensive line since star pa s rusher was lost to an Achilles injury last month.Coples, the 16th overall pick in the 2012 draft, had Zion Johnson Jersey 16.5 sacks in three seasons under Rex Ryan, but saw his role shrink by the week under new coach Todd Bowles. Bowles acknowledged Monday that Coples did not have a natural fit in New York's defense. Coples should find a more natural role in Miami's 4-3 scheme.There's certainly some scheming at play with the preparing for a matchup against the on Sunday. Coples undoubtedly has intel on New York's defense ahead of a game with huge playoff ramifications for both teams.The move reunites Coples with executive vice president Mike Tannenbaum, who was the ' general manager when they selected Coples in 2012. Ryan lobbied hard for the to select Coples over , and Tannenbaum sided with his coach.The decision didn't work out for the . The hope a fresh start can do wonders. Chris Rumph Ii Jersey
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