Frank Gore is impressed with his new teammate in the Dolphins backfield.

The 35-year-old signed a one-year contract with Miami in March. But Gore had already noticed Dolphins third-year running back Kenyan Drake before he joined the team.

Gore told the Palm Beach Post this week he first spotted Drake while watching film last season. He said what he saw made him understand why Miami decided to deal Jay Ajayi to the Eagles in late October.

“I was like, ‘Man, I kinda see why they traded Jay Ajayi,’” Gore said. “He’s very talented. Jay Ajayi was a great back, too, but Kenyan is a very talented guy. He’s smart. He can do everything on the field. I think that me and him can really help this team be successful this year.”

Gore, who is set to enter his 14th NFL season, said he will help to mentor the 24-year-old Drake, who rushed for 644 yards and three touchdowns in 16 games last season.

“People said that I wouldn’t be here and I wouldn’t (last) more than three years, and I’ve been blessed going into my 14th year,” Gore said. “Now I want to go out here and be successful, have fun and do whatever it takes with my team and try to get some wins.”

Gore tallied 961 yards and three scores with the Colts in 2017. Gore and Drake are currently listed as co-starters on Miami’s depth chart.