Miami Dolphins 2027 three-round NFL mock draft—Opportunity knocks for Miami at premium positions
With the Miami Dolphins’ 2026 season now at the halfway point, it’s time to ramp up some focus on who could be added to the mix. Here’s a 3-round 2027 NFL mock draft.
The Miami Dolphins‘ 2026 rookie draft class is off to a roaring start. They’re playing more than any other class across the NFL. And, each week, many of them are playing well.
Miami needs one or two more classes with heavy impact before they are ready to turn the corner. Thankfully, the 2026 season is halfway over, and we’re near another round of draft picks for general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan. But with this season hitting halftime, it’s time to start considering who Miami should have their eyes on. Miami is currently slated to pick third overall. Here’s a three-round 2027 NFL mock draft for the Miami Dolphins.
Miami Dolphins 2027 3-round mock draft sees three premium positions added in the top-100
1st round, 3rd overall – Drew Mestemaker, QB, Oklahoma State
As things currently stand, neither the Los Angeles Chargers or the Tennessee Titans are considered “in” the quarterback market. That leaves Miami, for now, as the team atop the draft order who you could argue may need a quarterback. Let me be clear: I think Malik Willis is far from the biggest thing that ails Miami’s roster. But Willis has two years left on his current contract. And Miami’s general manager, Jon-Eric Sullivan, comes from a place where you draft a quarterback before you need one. He’s seen it done with Brett Favre/Aaron Rodgers and Rodgers/Jordan Love.
Willis and Mestemaker feels like a chance to undertake a similar plan. Miami would have someone that the inexperienced Mestemaker would have to beat out to get on the field. I do believe he’d benefit from not starting straight away, too. If he beats out Wills? Great. If not? Willis can continue to play and Miami can develop Mestemaker for the long-haul.
(NOTE: Wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and EDGE Colin Simmons were the two picks made ahead of Mestemaker in my simulation. If either was available, I’d have thought hard about either one over the quarterback…but right now the board is what it is.)
2nd round, 34th overall – Cayden Green, OL, Missouri
The Miami Dolphins’ young offensive line has some attractive pieces to work with. Kadyn Proctor looks like a hit. Aaron Brewer, despite a poor showing against Detroit, is a quality starter. And left tackle Patrick Paul has the feel of a long-term quality starter, too.
Right tackle? It’s been a problem. And whether or not Miami chooses to kick Proctor out to tackle from left guard is yet to be determined. I believe Cayden Green could help them in either spot. Green has played both guard and tackle and would give the Dolphins flexibility to find the best combination of five players up front. With his addition, hopefully the Dolphins can lean on a stable unit for the long haul.
3rd round, 67th overall – Emmanuel Oyebadejo, DL, Florida
Have you seen this cat? Whew. A whopping 6-foot-6, 300 pounder, Oyebadejo gives the Dolphins a much more prolific “big end” option for head coach Jeff Hafley as he looks to implement front versatility in his scheme. The Miami Dolphins currently have second-year defensive tackle Zeek Biggers in that role, but there’s not much value on passing downs. Oyebadejo? He’s got freaky athleticism and would make Miami more dangerous up front.
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