Target areas for the Miami Dolphins in the 2019 NFL Draft
By Brian Miller
When the 2019 draft rolls around the Dolphins could be in a great position to take the best player available. They are for the most part a young football team that has a lot of potential at almost every position. Growth of course is key but their recent drafts are starting to payoff and that puts them in a unique position they haven’t been in, in a long time.
Overall the Dolphins need to settle their back-up quarterback position but is that a top priority on the first two days of the draft? That will solely hinge on the progression and play of Ryan Tannehill. If he stumbles, slumps, gets hurt, or doesn’t progress Miami will need more than a back-up plan. For now it remains solely a back-up and potential future starter.
Top needs – For now the needs are few which is a very good sign heading into the meat of the 2018 NFL season. Things change and obviously between now and April they will. For now we can take comfort in knowing that for the most part each unit is playing well and while there may be hiccups along the way the prospect for growth is good.
Offensive line – dependant on Ja’Wuan James’ future
Defensive line – Defensive tackle is a likely target
Linebacker – should be a day two focus
Secondary – mid-round possibility
Running back – mid-rounders seem to be a yearly draw for Miami
Wide-receiver – All depends on DeVante Parkers’ 2018 performance
Tight-end – not likely a target in any round
Quarterback – Solely depends on Ryan Tannehill
Defensive end – Good pass rushers are hard to find
What will be more fun than this ridiculously early look to next year is when this is revisited in February after the season is over.