The Cowboys selected S Caleb Downs, who many saw as maybe the best player in the draft. The Dolphins chose to pass on that opportunity and selected a huge human being in Alabama OL Kadyn Proctor. Jon-Eric Sullivan stated they wanted to build up the trenches and he kept his word with this selection.

Proctor will likely slide into one of the guard spot and could be a potential replacement for Austin Jackson down the line.The Dolphins then traded up from #30 to #27 with the Houston Texans to select San Diego State CB Chris Johnson. A theme has quickly emerged as the Dolphins went two prospect who are described as physical, something this team has lacked the past couple of season. Johnson is not afraid to tackle and he has the ball skills to make some plays.You can check out that story here, and the rest of the day’s round-up below.Miami Dolphins choose OT Kadyn Proctor and CB Chris Johnson in 1st round of NFL draft as part of rebuildThe Miami Dolphins selected Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor 12th overall, then traded up to pick San Diego State cornerback Chris Johnson at No. 27 on Thursday night in the NFL draft as they begin their rebuild under new coach Jeff Hafley and general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan.Dolphins 2026 DraftHere are Dolphins’ best available NFL Draft players going into Day 2The Miami Dolphins drafted offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor of Alabama with the 12th pick and cornerback Chris Johnson of San Diego State with the 27th pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.Dolphins Offensive LineDolphins’ first draft pick under GM Sullivan is Alabama lineman Kadyn ProctorThe first foundational rookie piece for the Miami Dolphins’ rebuild under new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan was chosen Thursday night.What to Make of the Dolphins’ Big Gamble with their First PickThe Miami Dolphins selected Alabama tackle Kadryn Proctor after moving down one spot to 12th overallDolphins SecondaryBreaking Down the Move Up to Get Chris JohnsonThe Miami Dolphins traded up in the first round to select San Diego State cornerback Chris Johnson at 27Phinsider News You May Have MissedWelcome to the NFL Draft – The Splash Zone 4/23/26Welcome to the Splash Zone, the quickest way to get your day started off right.

We bring you a rundown of Miami Dolphins news from the last 24 hours.NFL Draft 2026: What time to expect the Dolphins’ pick in the first round on ThursdayWhen will the Miami Dolphins make their two first round picks tonight?Daniel Jeremiah’s final mock draft sees Dolphins address the trenchesCould Rueben Bain and Caleb Lomu be coming to Miami?NFL Draft 2026: How to watch, online stream, scheduleHow can you watch the NFL Draft? We have everything you need to know.Miami Dolphins first-round pick: Kadyn Proctor lands in Florida after tradeThe Miami Dolphins’ first pick is in – and he is huge.Miami Dolphins trade: 11th overall pick sent to Cowboys for two additional picksThe Miami Dolphins have made a trade in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.Dolphins draft results 2026: Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama stats, awards, scouting reportThe Dolphins added some major size to their offensive line.NFL Draft results 2026: Miami Dolphins move up in first round for second pickThe Miami Dolphins have added cornerback Chris Johnson with their second first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.Dolphins draft results 2026: Chris Johnson, CB, SDSU stats, awards, scouting reportBig day for the Dolphins, who added a cornerback at pick No. 27. Here’s what you need to know about San Diego State’s Chris Johnson.NFL Draft 2026: First Round results, Second Round draft orderThe first round is complete, so we look back at the first 32 picks made in the 2026 NFL Draft.