Dolphins trade Waddle for 2026 draft overhaul

About this episode

The Miami Dolphins made significant roster improvements by trading for two first-round draft picks in the 2026 NFL Draft.

The Miami Dolphins significantly bolstered their roster by securing two prospects during the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. After a series of trades with Dallas and San Francisco, the team first selected Kadyn Proctor, a versatile offensive tackle from Alabama, with the 12th overall pick. They later moved up to the 27th spot to draft Chris Johnson, a standout cornerback from San Diego State. General Manager Jon-Eric Sullivan praised both athletes for their physical traits and high character, noting their potential to contribute at multiple positions. This aggressive drafting strategy resulted in Miami holding 13 total selections, marking one of the most active draft classes in franchise history. Following these acquisitions, the team shifts its focus toward Day 2 operations in Pittsburgh to further develop their new identity.

Topics covered

• NFL Draft
• Miami Dolphins
• trades
• prospects
• football strategy
• team roster

Keywords

• Miami Dolphins
• NFL Draft
• Kadyn Proctor
• Chris Johnson
• trades
• roster
• football

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Organizations: Miami Dolphins, Dallas, San Francisco, Alabama, San Diego State

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