Today is the day, folks.
After months of speculating and smokescreens, the 2019 NFL Draft is finally upon us.
And unlike year’s past, NO ONE knows what the Dolphins plan to do during this weekend’s draft.
What we do know, however, is that the team has a plethora of holes to fill. Miami desperately needs to address; quarterback, offensive line, defensive line, defensive back and safety. Wide receiver and linebacker could also be viewed as positions of need. Nonetheless, Chris Grier and his hired henchman, will look to find elite talent at areas of need.
Here’s a look at what the contributors at Five Reasons Sports believe the Dolphins will do in the first round.
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Chris Wittyngham – Clelin Ferrell, EDGE, Clemson
” I judge the NFL Draft based off of who did I fear the University of Miami playing. It’s why Daniel Jones can’t be good as an NFL player. I didn’t even know there was an NFL Draft pick opposing UM at quarterback when they played. And I didn’t know there was an NFL Draft pick opposing UM at quarterback after they played, even though Duke beat the Hurricanes. In that vein, the proposition of UM fraudulently winning the coastal and being smashed by Clemson up front was enough to make me not want UM to win the Coastal. So Clelin Ferrell it is.”
Ethan Skolnick – TRADE DOWN
What will the Dolphins likely do Thursday?
What they did so often under genius Adam Gase.
Punt.
Only this time it will be for the best. Miami isn’t one player, or two players, or even five players away. This is the time to accumulate picks, the way Jimmy Johnson did in 1996 and 1997. Take as many shots as you can. Maybe there’s a Zach Thomas in there somewhere.
So my guess: trade down, probably trade out of the first round.
Ricky J. Marc – Dwayne Haskins, QB, Ohio State
“It really seems like the Dolphins, after nearly two decades of post-Marino mediocrity, are prepared to turn over the kind of new leaf that has been at least seven years coming. Miami needs a QB. Say what you will about Marino’s legacy as it concerns winning a Super Bowl, but Miami hasn’t even been within striking distance of serious contention since the franchise’s last great rifleman retired.
Dwayne Haskins has the potential to be the best QB in this draft in what is likely another throwaway season for Miami. He finished in the top five last season in completion rate with 70% and third in the running for the Heisman Trophy. If he pans out under Flores, great—Miami has a quarterback for the future. If he doesn’t, life goes on. I just want to see some talent at the QB again.
Oh, and I’m still waiting for Miami to sign Colin Kaepernick. Clock’s ticking, Mr. Ross.”
Jeremy Tache – Daniel Jones, QB, Duke
“Because Dolphins”
Tito Benach – Christian Wilkins, DT, Clemson
“The Dolphins go with Wilkins to pair him next to Davon Godchaux and shore up their run defense that hasn’t been a very productive unit in a long time. Adding Wilkins, a powerful and agile 3 technique, would be the first step to fixing the defensive line and open lanes for the linebackers to make more plays at the line of scrimmage.
The tempting option would be to potentially select an edge rusher; Clelin Ferrel and Montez Sweat seem like popular names, but reports have surfaced that Sweat’s medicals have scared teams off and he could slide as a result and Ferrel may even be taken before 13. For that reason, Dolphins take Wilkins and have two young, solid defensive tackles.”
Tony Capobianco – Drew Lock, QB, Missouri
“Lock it in!”
Carlos Jorge – Christian Wilkins, DT, Clemson
“I believe they will trade back. But if they stay at 13, I think the pick will be Wilkins from Clemson. It’s good place to start a rebuild in the trenches! Defense wins championships “
Josh Houtz – Jeffrey Simmons, DT, Mississippi State
“A lot of uncertainty surrounds the Dolphins and the #13 pick. They could trade down, or up, depending on the talent available when Chris Grier is on the clock. Haskins won’t be available and the odds of Jawaan Taylor or Jonah Williams falling out of the top-10 is slim to none. Yes, there are plenty of defensive line options, but none more talented than Mississippi State’s Jeffrey Simmons. He might not be able to play in 2019, but for a team looking to #tank this upcoming season, a red-shirt like Simmons is the right fit. I bet Brian Flores is licking his chops at the very thought of Simmons in South Beach.”
Who do you think the Dolphins will select in the first-round?
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