The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins may be forced to take their medicine instead of drafting a flashy player.
The Miami Dolphins have aggressively constructed what they believe is a playoff contender. After failing to notch a playoff win, the team is at a crossroads and may be forced to face a hard reality.
NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah’s vision for Miami’s 2025 NFL Draft strategy hasn’t changed since his first mock draft nearly a month ago. After selecting Texas’ Kelvin Banks Jr. in Mock Draft 1.0, Jeremiah is leaning toward Alabama guard Tyler Booker, a junior, as Miami’s first-round pick in April’s draft.
“Booker was a rock in the middle of the Alabama offensive line and he would provide a much-needed upgrade in Miami,” Jeremiah wrote.
The Dolphins must address the offensive line, and guard is the obvious weakness. Left tackle Terron Armstead’s future is up in the air, but Miami has Patrick Paul waiting in the wings after selecting him in the second round of last year’s draft. Austin Jackson is locked in as the right tackle, and center Aaron Brewer has been a solid addition.
Banks jumped three spots on Jeremiah’s second mock, going at No. 10 to the Chicago Bears. Tight end Tyler Warren went No. 7 to the New York Jets. Missouri tackle Armand Membou was mocked by the Indianapolis Colts at No. 14.
Guard isn’t a flashy pick, and the impact is somewhat limited, but the Dolphins must address the position. Miami needs two starting-caliber guards, and given the physicality of football, added depth is essential to withstand a 17-game season.
