Miami Dolphins' Draft Strategy: Make or Break

0:00The latest scores, headlines, and storylines, right here on NFL News today. Subscribe and stay game ready. The Miami Dolphins' 2026 season puts the spotlight on their front office, scouts, and coaches rather than star players. Under General Manager John Eric Sullivan, the team's rebuild mantra is simple, draft smart and developed talent. New quarterback Malik Willis might grab headlines, but success depends on building through the draft, especially with high picks coming up. Earlier this week, reports highlighted how the Dolphins ladd behind teams like Detroit and Philadelphia in drafting from 2020 to 2020. 23. The Lions' both stars like Penae Sule, Amin Rassem Brown, and Aiden Hutchinson fueling their playoff run. Philadelphia's homegrown talent, including Jalen Hertz and Devonta Smith, even delivered a Super Bowl win two years back. Meanwhile, Miami kept just two draft teams from those years, running back Devon Ashan and edge-rusher Cameron Good. Fans and analysts see this as a make or break moment, with the Dolphins' past misses leaving

1:04their roster thin. The pressure is on to turn things around, as poor drafting has stalled progress and kept the team from contending. Looking ahead, Miami holds 13 first, through third round picks from 2026 to 2028. Hitting on even half could create reliable starters and jumpstart the rebuild, but coaches must mold them into key contributors, maybe even pro, bowlers. While trades for veterans might fill gaps, like at edge-rusher or cornerback, the core plan rests on scouting the right fits and developing them fast. For Dolphins fans, the real heroes this year could be Sullivan and Coach Jeff Hathley leading the charge into contention.