Miami Dolphins 7-round mock draft: Playoff edition

Jan 1, 2017; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase on the sideline during the second half against the New England Patriots at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2017; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase on the sideline during the second half against the New England Patriots at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 17, 2016; Boone, NC, USA; Miami Hurricanes offensive lineman Danny Isidora (63) lines up during the second quarter against the Appalachian State Mountaineers at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Miami defeated App State 45-10. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 17, 2016; Boone, NC, USA; Miami Hurricanes offensive lineman Danny Isidora (63) lines up during the second quarter against the Appalachian State Mountaineers at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Miami defeated App State 45-10. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /

Rd. 6, Pick ?: Danny Isidora, OG, Miami

While Tannehill’s jersey was the cleanest this year than the four years prior, the offensive line in Miami is still a work in progress.  Laremy Tunsil was a great asset up front solidifying the left side of the line.  When Mike Pouncey is healthy the whole left side including Branden Albert at left tackle is stout.

The question mark is on the right side of the line.  Jermon Bushrod was adequate in his first season in Miami and former 1st-round pick JuWuan James struggles in pass protection.  Depth is needed all across the line but if we’re thinking a long-term replacement someone needs to be drafted and developed.

This could be a stretch for the Dolphins.  Danny Isidora is a three-year starter at right guard for the Hurricanes and could go much higher than round six.  Picking a big body that’s durable and conditioned to play in South Florida is ideal.