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Star Texas Tech Linebacker Jacob Rodriguez Drafted No. 43 Overall By Miami Dolphins In 2026 NFL Draft

The Miami Dolphins just made the kind of draft pick that makes defensive coordinators grin and offensive coordinators reach for the antacids. With the 43rd overall pick in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft, Miami decided its defense needed a violent spark.

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Grading the pick: The Miami Dolphins draft WR Chris Bell at No. 94 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft

With the 94th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Miami Dolphins have selected WR Chris Bell. With the No. 94 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, the Miami Dolphins have selected Louisville wide receiver Chris Bell.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / April 24

Grading the pick: The Miami Dolphins draft LB Jacob Rodriguez at No. 43 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft

With the No. 43 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, the Miami Dolphins have selected Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez. There’s a trend starting to develop with the Dolphins’ draft selections.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 24

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Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 24

Round 2, Pick #43: Miami Selects Jacob Rodriguez LB Texas Tech

With the 43rd overall pick in Round 2, the Miami Dolphins select linebacker Jacob Rodriguez out of Texas Tech. NFL.com Draft Profile Rodriguez arrived in college as an offensive “athlete” and leaves Texas Tech as a bigger-than-life, stat-stuffing linebacker.

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

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Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / April 24

Assessing the Report of the Dolphins Looking to Move Up in Round 2

The Miami Dolphins could waste no time making a splash deal to begin Day 2 of the NFL draft. Miami, alongside New Orleans, Cleveland, and Jacksonville, has made calls about moving up in the second round of this 2026 draft, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / April 24

Jon-Eric Sullivan is reportedly exploring another trade opportunity on Friday for the Miami Dolphins

The Miami Dolphins executed two trades on Thursday night. Sully may be coming back for more early on Friday. The Miami Dolphins have had a chance to come home after two picks on Thursday night.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / April 24

Examining a Dolphins-Specific Day 2 Big Board

The Miami Dolphins came away with two selections on our team-specific big board Thursday night when they drafted offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor with the 12th overall selection and cornerback Chris Johnson with the 27th pick after trading up from 30th.

Miami Dolphins News / Stadium Rant / April 24

Grading The Dolphins’ Day One Draft Selections

Dolphins football is back baby! That can be a good or bad thing depending on who you ask. But what better way to kick off the Dolphins’ umpteenth rebuild than with two solid selections in the 2026 NFL Draft?

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 24

CBS Rounds 2 and 3 Mock Draft has Miami Selecting

Josh Edwards of CBS Sports released his Rounds 2 and 3 Mock Draft, and he has the Miami Dolphins selecting. “Young immediately provides a boost in the run game.

NFL News / Miami Dolphins on SI / April 24

Setting the Stage for Day 2 of the Dolphins Draft: Remaining Picks, Top Needs

Setting the stage for the second and third rounds of the 2026 NFL draft from a Miami Dolphins angle. The Dolphins will pick 11th in the second round (43th overall) after picking 12th in the first round.

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Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 24

Rounds 2 and 3 Mock Draft has the Miami Dolphins Taking

The SportsNaut released their day two NFL Mock draft, and they have the Dolphins selecting. “An outside candidate to land at the end of the first, the Dolphins are thrilled to land Zion Young at 43, whom they were likely considering at 27 too.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / April 24

An updated headcount of what picks the Miami Dolphins own in the 2026 NFL Draft after a busy Round 1

The Miami Dolphins own more picks today than they did yesterday. That’s good news amid the team’s aspirations to build through the draft. But where do all the picks currently stand?

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What NFL Draft Analysts Said About the Selection of Chris Johnson

The Miami Dolphins moved out of their first pick of the 2026 draft to gain some extra picks later in the draft. Their second pick in the first round saw

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 24

Matt Miller of ESPN Rounds 2 and 3 Mock Draft has the DOLPHINS Taking

NFL Draft Analyst Matt Miller of ESPN released his Rounds 2 and 3 Mock Draft on Friday, and he has the Miami Dolphins selecting. “The Dolphins made it out of Round 1 without adding a wide receiver, despite it being the team’s biggest need.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 24

The Athletic Rounds 2 and 3 Mock Draft has the Dolphins Taking

Nick Baumgardner of The Athletic released his Rounds 2 and 3 Mock Draft, and with 4 picks, he has the Dolphins selecting. “A very QB-friendly target and

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 24

SI Rounds 2 and 3 Mock Draft has Dolphins Taking

Sports Illustrated released their Day 2 Mock Draft for rounds 2 and 3, and they have Miami selecting. “Miami’s receiving corps needs new life, and Bernard

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / April 24

Grading the pick: The Miami Dolphins draft CB Chris Johnson at No. 27 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft

With the 27th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Miami Dolphins have selected CBChris Johnson With the No. 27 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, the Miami Dolphins have selected San Diego State cornerback Chris Johnson.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 24

Miami Moves up Three Spots to Select a CB Chris Johnson

(Trade: Dolphins give up 30 and 90 to San Fran for picks 27 and 138) The Miami Dolphins have selected Chris Johnson, a cornerback out of San Diego State.

NFL News / Miami Dolphins on SI / April 23

Breaking Down the Move Up to Get Chris Johnson

Jon-Eric Sullivan clearly isn't afraid to move down or up the draft board, going 2-for-2 in the first round in his first draft as Miami Dolphins general manager.