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MURRAY’S MONSTER: Offensive lineman Aaron Picton’s name is being mentioned a lot and that’s a good thing. Offensive linemen are often only recognized for mistakes and Picton hasn’t made many of them. Picton is the only national offensive lineman at the mini-camp and he has played primarily at guard and centre. The Riders acquired the rights to the product of the University of Regina Rams for offensive tackle Randy Richards in September from the Calgary Stampeders. Picton hasn’t looked out of place in Vero Beach and so far he has handled the rush of the defensive tackles. It’s not often that an offensive lineman is named a monster, but Picton is having that kind of camp.

MISTER VERSATILE: Marte Sears is listed as a linebacker on the roster, but he has seen action at other positions. On Monday, Sears was a defensive back and even took repetitions as a rush end. Sears (6-foot-4 and 215 pounds) looks like a strong candidate for outside linebacker. An ability to play more than one position will help Sears’ bid to make the Riders’ roster.

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS: On Saturday, Johnnie Dixon was hoping that he would get an invite to the Riders’ mini-camp after attending a free-agent camp. Dixon was one of 14 players asked to remain for the mini-camp. In two days he has been among the strongest defensive backs. He has the speed to keep up with wide receivers and the coverage skills to challenge all of the receivers. The graduate of Ohio State has earned an invitation to the Riders’ main camp.