- Joined
- May 8, 2002
- Posts
- 431,677
- Reaction score
- 44
In a recent seven-round mock draft from The Athletic, the Miami Dolphins didn't address their gaping holes at the cornerback and defensive lineman positions until late in the third round. ESPN's Jordan Reid offered a more realistic alternative Monday.
In a seven-round mock of his own, Reid wasted no time checking off most of the major boxes that the Dolphins need to address in the 2025 NFL draft.
Here's our breakdown of each pick made by Reid for the Dolphins in his complete seven-round mock.
Mock drafts are increasingly pointing to cornerback as the most logical direction for Miami, especially after the recent news that Jalen Ramsey is on the trading block. Reid cited that as part of his rationale for sending the former Longhorns cornerback to the Dolphins:
Barron would have a strong chance at starting right away in Miami.
The Dolphins' trio of guards in 2024 -- Robert Jones, Liam Eichenberg, and Isaiah Wynn -- all struggled, and offensive tackles Terron Armstead and Kendall Lamm both departed earlier this offseason. It's time for an investment up front and guard is the place where a rookie could compete for a starting role.
It'll be hard for the Dolphins to fill Calais Campbell's massive shoes. Drafting Walker, a 6'7, 331-pound Goliath in his own right, would be a good place to start. For now, Miami is set to return starters Zach Sieler and Benito Jones in 2025, but the team has very little else to work with along the defensive line.
Last week, Dolphins general manager Chris Grier told reporters that he believes the team's pair of starting safeties is already on the roster. While Jevón Holland and Jordan Poyer are no longer with Miami, the team signed free agents Ifeatu Melifonwu and Ashtyn Davis to compete with Patrick McMorris and Elijah Campbell.
That quartet could be the answer, but it'd be a surprise if the Dolphins opting against adding another player into the mix. Ransom would be a very logical way to start Day 3.
There's been some buzz about the Dolphins spending time with Ewers. After three years of trying to develop Skylar Thompson, Miami quit on that endeavor. There's little doubt that free agent acquisition Zach Wilson will be the Dolphins' backup quarterback next season, but a team needs more than two arms. It'd make sense for Miami to add a passer on Day 3 and Ewers has the raw arm talent to be a worthwhile project for Mike McDaniel.
A few months ago, Grier said it was time for the Dolphins to invest in the offensive line. It'll take more than a couple mid-level free agent additions and a second-round pick to live up to that promise. Fairchild was a two-year starter at Georgia and could eventually develop into a starter after building some strength in the NFL.
Similarly, it'll take more than one Day 2 defensive lineman to patch up the holes in the trenches. Toia is a 342-pound run stuffer who could compete for snaps.
Muhammad was a reliable cornerback for three different top programs -- Oklahoma State, Washington, and Oregon -- and earned all-conference recognition with each. While he lacks elite size (5'9, 182 pounds) and speed, his tenacity and technique could be enough to earn an NFL roster spot.
There's not much reason for the edge to be a top priority for the Dolphins, but the seventh round is a great place to take a flyer on a Second-Team All-SEC rusher who notched 14.5 sacks in his final two seasons.
One more offensive lineman wouldn't hurt. Taylor played left and right tackle at Pitt, but could potentially kick inside to guard in the NFL ranks.
This article originally appeared on Dolphins Wire: 2025 NFL draft: Breaking down Dolphins' picks in ESPN 7-round mock
Continue reading...
In a seven-round mock of his own, Reid wasted no time checking off most of the major boxes that the Dolphins need to address in the 2025 NFL draft.
Here's our breakdown of each pick made by Reid for the Dolphins in his complete seven-round mock.
Round 1, No. 13 overall: Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas
Mock drafts are increasingly pointing to cornerback as the most logical direction for Miami, especially after the recent news that Jalen Ramsey is on the trading block. Reid cited that as part of his rationale for sending the former Longhorns cornerback to the Dolphins:
Barron would have a strong chance at starting right away in Miami.
Round 2, No. 48 overall: Jonah Savaiinaea, G, Arizona
The Dolphins' trio of guards in 2024 -- Robert Jones, Liam Eichenberg, and Isaiah Wynn -- all struggled, and offensive tackles Terron Armstead and Kendall Lamm both departed earlier this offseason. It's time for an investment up front and guard is the place where a rookie could compete for a starting role.
Round 3, No. 98 overall: Deone Walker, DL, Kentucky
It'll be hard for the Dolphins to fill Calais Campbell's massive shoes. Drafting Walker, a 6'7, 331-pound Goliath in his own right, would be a good place to start. For now, Miami is set to return starters Zach Sieler and Benito Jones in 2025, but the team has very little else to work with along the defensive line.
Round 4, No. 116 overall: Lathan Ransom, S, Ohio State
Last week, Dolphins general manager Chris Grier told reporters that he believes the team's pair of starting safeties is already on the roster. While Jevón Holland and Jordan Poyer are no longer with Miami, the team signed free agents Ifeatu Melifonwu and Ashtyn Davis to compete with Patrick McMorris and Elijah Campbell.
That quartet could be the answer, but it'd be a surprise if the Dolphins opting against adding another player into the mix. Ransom would be a very logical way to start Day 3.
Round 4, No. 135 overall: Quinn Ewers, QB, Texas
There's been some buzz about the Dolphins spending time with Ewers. After three years of trying to develop Skylar Thompson, Miami quit on that endeavor. There's little doubt that free agent acquisition Zach Wilson will be the Dolphins' backup quarterback next season, but a team needs more than two arms. It'd make sense for Miami to add a passer on Day 3 and Ewers has the raw arm talent to be a worthwhile project for Mike McDaniel.
Round 5, No. 150 overall: Dylan Fairchild, G, Georgia
A few months ago, Grier said it was time for the Dolphins to invest in the offensive line. It'll take more than a couple mid-level free agent additions and a second-round pick to live up to that promise. Fairchild was a two-year starter at Georgia and could eventually develop into a starter after building some strength in the NFL.
Round 5, No. 155 overall: Jay Toia, DL, UCLA
Similarly, it'll take more than one Day 2 defensive lineman to patch up the holes in the trenches. Toia is a 342-pound run stuffer who could compete for snaps.
Round 7, No. 224 overall: Jabbar Muhammad, CB, Oregon
Muhammad was a reliable cornerback for three different top programs -- Oklahoma State, Washington, and Oregon -- and earned all-conference recognition with each. While he lacks elite size (5'9, 182 pounds) and speed, his tenacity and technique could be enough to earn an NFL roster spot.
Round 7, No. 231 overall: Johnny Walker Jr., EDGE, Missouri
There's not much reason for the edge to be a top priority for the Dolphins, but the seventh round is a great place to take a flyer on a Second-Team All-SEC rusher who notched 14.5 sacks in his final two seasons.
Round 7, No. 255 overall: Branson Taylor, OT, Pittsburgh
One more offensive lineman wouldn't hurt. Taylor played left and right tackle at Pitt, but could potentially kick inside to guard in the NFL ranks.
This article originally appeared on Dolphins Wire: 2025 NFL draft: Breaking down Dolphins' picks in ESPN 7-round mock
Continue reading...
