The 2026 NFL Draft is three months away, so it's time to look at the Miami Dolphins' best options.
First-year general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and first-year coach Jeff Hafley are facing a significant rebuild.
The Dolphinsneed help at cornerback, defensive end, quarterback, edge rusher, wide receiver, tight end and guard. To start with.
Here are the five players who have been most often linked to the Dolphins in 2026 NFL mock drafts in the last couple of weeks:
Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
Why Jermod McCoy? "McCoy is still in the running to be the first cornerback selected despite not playing this season due to a knee injury. The Dolphins could draft any position and it would make sense, but they could use a young cornerback with some pedigree." - Nate Tice, Yahoo Sports.
Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
Why Mansoor Delane? "Delane is one of the top cornerbacks in a CB-rich draft. He excels in press coverage, altering release timing with punches and slides. Smooth hips and efficient footwork keep him connected in man coverage, while his processing allows for quick transitions in off-man and short zone looks. He has good top-end speed for vertical phasing but is inconsistent turning to find the football." - Lance Zierlein, NFL.com.
Keldric Faulk, DE, Auburn
Why Keldric Faulk? "Miami could use this pick to reload on the edge. The Dolphins traded Jaelan Phillips at the deadline, and Bradley Chubb could be a cap-saving release this offseason, since he has no guaranteed money left on his deal. Mixing Chop Robinson's burst with Faulk's power could be a long-term solution." - Mel Kiper, ESPN.
Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
Why Spencer Fano? "After starting 11 games at left tackle as a freshman, Fano lined up at right tackle for the last two seasons at Utah. He has excellent size, strength and quickness for the position. In the passing game, he is quick out of his stance and easily covers up speed rushers or rides them upfield. He lacks ideal length, but he’s still able to stall bull rushers because of his core strength and knee bend." - Daniel Jeremiah, NFL Network.
Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Why Caleb Downs? "Downs has the versatility to play multiple spots, much like his teammate -- in this scenario ― Minkah Fitzpatrick. Downs’ football intelligence and leadership are off the charts. Miami has to improve a defense that ranked 24th in scoring and 32nd in opponent completion percentage." - Daniel Jeremiah, NFL Network.
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