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Dolphins Eye Tight End Talent in 2026 NFL Draft
23 Mar
Summary
- Dolphins hold 11 picks, seven in the top 100 for the 2026 draft.
- An NFL analyst suggests a playmaking tight end is a key need.
- Top tight end prospects Kenyon Sadiq and Eli Stowers are draft-eligible.
The Miami Dolphins are strategically preparing for the 2026 NFL draft, holding 11 picks with seven inside the top 100. While significant roster holes exist, particularly on defense and the offensive line, an analyst suggests prioritizing a playmaking tight end. This move could significantly enhance the passing game, benefiting quarterbacks and running backs alike. The Dolphins currently own picks No. 11, 30, and 43 overall.
NFL analyst Bucky Brooks specifically recommended targeting a tight end, citing a lack of established threats at the position on the current depth chart. Brooks drew parallels to the Green Bay Packers' successful use of multiple tight ends. The Dolphins have seen inconsistency at tight end, with Jonnu Smith having a record-setting year in 2024, followed by a less productive 2025 season with Darren Waller injured and Greg Dulcich emerging.
Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq, projected as a first-round talent with elite speed, and Vanderbilt's Eli Stowers, known for his combine performance, are the top tight end prospects. While pick No. 11 might seem high for a tight end, Sadiq could be a target. Alternatively, the Dolphins could address other needs at No. 11 and select Stowers later in the first or second round.
