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Dolphins add even more speed by selecting Matthew Golden in the first round.
The Miami Dolphins have an ongoing Tyreek Hill problem.
On Wednesday evening, it was reported by Andy Slater of WPLG in Miami that Hill was involved in another domestic disturbance that required the intervention of the police. Although no one was charged with a crime, Hill’s wife, Keeta Vaccaro Hill, reportedly suffered a bruise to her chest during the dispute and has allegedly since filed for divorce from the 31-year-old wide receiver.
If the Dolphins were to move on from Hill this season or next, they could be in the market for another speedster receiver to take the place of the man nicknamed The Cheetah.
Today’s mock draft explores that option. I’m not sure it’s the route I’d actually take if I were the general manager of the Dolphins, and I’m even less certain that Miami’s actual GM Chris Grier would have the cojones to pull off such a move, but it’s worth entertaining nonetheless. Regardless, I’m sure everyone will react with nothing but civility and levelheadedness...
As a reminder, once a week, every week until the 2025 NFL Draft, I’ll be doing a full 7-round mock, and then giving you a chance to grade my results. Each draft will look slightly different, because, let’s be honest, the Dolphins have a ton of needs and can go in a million different directions come late April when the actual NFL Draft kicks off.
This exercise will allow us to examine different pathways to success for our beloved South Florida franchise, while hopefully having some fun in the process!
So, without further adieu, let’s unwrap my latest mock draft!
ROUND 1 - Pick #13
Matthew Golden — WR — Texas
What the experts are saying:
Texas Longhorns wide receiver Matthew Golden is an explosive pass catcher who boasts versatility in how he can impact a passing game. The Texas offense unleashed a downfield weapon that accentuated his burst off the line of scrimmage — but his inside/outside versatility sets the stage for a player who can win from the slot with separation quickness and in underneath targets as well.
Golden illustrates excellent body control and contortion skills at the catch point, unlocking his frame to adjust to throws of all angles and making him a high-percentage target when he’s given opportunities despite coverage that may be working back into his frame. Golden was an impactful contested catch target in 2024 despite not having the biggest frame and boasting significant separation skills. He’s got a little something for everyone. (Kyle Crabbs, The 33rd Team)
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ROUND 2 - Pick #48
Jonah Savaiinaea — OG — Arizona
What the experts are saying:
Arizona Wildcats offensive lineman Jonah Savaiinaea is a physical mauler in the trenches. He boasts positional versatility across his college resume, but his brute force power and heavy anchor will be best optimized at guard in the NFL.
Savaiinaea lacks the kind of dynamic hips and foot speed to...
