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Why the Dolphins Trade Down Was a Strong Move

The Miami Dolphins stuck to the process they’ve operated under all offseason, trading down one spot from 11th to 12th overall, with the Dallas Cowboys throwing in two fifth-round picks (177, 180 overall) to get it done.

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Trade Details: Dolphins Trade Up For CB Chris Johnson

The Miami Dolphins have traded the 27th and 138th pick to the 49ers in exchange for the 30th and 90th pick, according to Mike Garafolo. The Dolphins have selected San Diego State CB Chris Johnson.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 23

Grading the trade: The Dolphins get something for the smallest move

The Dolphins did move back in the 2026 NFL Draft, but it wasn’t a big step backwards. The Miami Dolphins did end up trading down after all in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Miami Dolphins News / 5 GOATs / April 23

2026 NFL Draft: Contract details revealed for Dolphins first-round pick Kadyn Proctor

Miami decided to get itself some extra picks for the weekend, trading back one spot to the No. 12 overall selection. They still have to feel pretty good about who they ended up with, taking offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor.

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The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz

Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

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NFL News / Miami Dolphins on SI / April 23

Three Prospects the Dolphins Should Avoid and Other Final Pre-Draft Thoughts

The Miami Dolphins have done their prep work, gone through their own mock drafts and now it's time to get into the action of the 2026 NFL draft. The Dolphins

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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

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 23

Report: Dolphins Among teams that have 'Done Homework' on QB Prospect

Report: Dolphins Among teams that have “Done Homework” on QB Prospect Seen in the eyes of many as the second-best quarterback in his draft class behind

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 23

CBS Sports Mock Draft has the Miami Dolphins Taking

Josh Edwards of CBS Sports released his final round one mock draft, and with two picks, he has the Dolphins taking. “Miami’s focus should be adding best player available.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / April 23

Final Seven-Round Dolphins Mock Draft

The Miami Dolphins have the opportunity to add a nice group of immediate or future starters or contributors in the 2026 NFL, with 11 picks overall and seven of the first 94 in the first three rounds.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 23

Draft Network FINAL Round 1 Mock Draft has Dolphins Taking

The Draft Network released its final mock draft, and it has Miami selecting. “The Dolphins have so many needs on this team that they essentially can’t go wrong with any of the guys in this range.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 23

Dane Brugler FINAL Mock Draft has Miami Selecting

NFL Draft analyst Dane Brugler of The Athletic released his final mock draft, and with 2 picks in round one, he had Miami selecting. “Given the needs on Miami’s roster, I don’t think there is a pick here that would be too surprising.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / April 23

There’s an NFL Draft rumor brewing that may be an interesting option for the Miami Dolphins

There’s a potentially large NFL Draft move brewing that may be of interest to the Miami Dolphins amid their need at wide receiver. The Miami Dolphins’ 2026 NFL Draft outlook is complicated.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 23

One of the heavy hitters in the NFL Draft space has a shocking development for the Miami Dolphins in his final 2026 mock draft

One of the final mock drafts from a heavy-hitting NFL Draft expert has a stunning development available for the Miami Dolphins. You think you know what’s going to happen.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / April 23

Examining a Dolphins-Specific Big Board

We’ve seen big boards across the last few weeks, but what about one built specifically for the Miami Dolphins? Miami enters this draft with needs across the roster and a clear opportunity to address them early.

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Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 23

Connor Orr Mock Draft has Miami making a HUGE TRADE to get a 2027 1st Rounder

NFL Analyst Connor Orr of Sports Illustrated released his mock draft of the season, and in round one, he has the Dolphins making a huge trade. “The Dolphins cannot come out of this first round without at least addressing the fact that both Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle are out of the building .

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 23

YAHOO Mock Draft 9.0 has DOLPHINS Selecting

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald of. YAHOO Sports released their 9.0 Mock Draft. And with two picks in Round one, they have Miami selecting…. “The Dolphins could go offensive line or pass catcher here (I mean look at who Malik Willis is throwing to right now).

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / April 23

Miami Dolphins 2026 Draft Central: Setting the Stage for a Huge Weekend

The Miami Dolphins are heading into their first draft under the new regime of General Manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley, and it's as vital a draft as the team perhaps has ever conducted.

Albert Breer News / Dolphins Talk / April 23

Albert Breer Mock Draft has Miami Selecting

Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated released his one and only mock draft of the year, and with 2 picks in Round 1, he has the Dolphins selecting. “New GM Jon-Eric Sullivan and coach Jeff Hafley, I believe, will be looking for a tone-setter who’s clean character-wise and medically.

Field Yates News / Dolphins Talk / April 23

Field Yates of ESPN FINAL MOCK Draft has Dolphins Selecting

Field Yates of ESPN released his final round one mock draft. Here is what he has the Dolphins doing. “There are needs all over this roster for Miami, but I believe general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan will adhere to the inside-out approach to roster construction that he is bringing from Green Bay.

NFL News / Dolphins Talk / April 23

Final Dolphins Mock Draft

Final Dolphins Mock Draft We made it, folks. It’s our Christmas Day. All the watching and waiting and ruminating and mocking is over for another few months as the new regime begins its work in earnest tonight.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 23

Report ranks the teams with the most NFL Draft success – Miami Dolphins rank #25

The NFL Draft is one of the most exciting times of the league calendar. Every analyst and fan will put forward their evaluations of prospects, and every single pick will be heavily scrutinized.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 23

ESPN’s Matt Miller FINAL Mock Draft has Dolphins Taking

Matt Miller of ESPN released his final mock draft, and with 2 picks, he has Miami selecting. “When polling NFL sources on what the Dolphins’ new regime led by former Packers scout Jon-Eric Sullivan might do, opinions varied between wide receiver, cornerback and offensive line.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 23

CB Prospect says Getting Drafted by Dolphins would 'Be a Blessing'

CB Prospect says Getting Drafted by Dolphins would “Be a Blessing” With the start of the 2026 NFL Draft imminent, Mansoor Delane is a consensus top-two cornerback and top-12ish pick in this draft, and it appears as though he would love to land with the Miami Dolphins.

Todd Mcshay News / Dolphins Talk / April 23