Locked On Dolphins - Daily Podcast On The Miami Dolphins

Miami Dolphins inject fresh talent with a baker’s dozen rookies in the 2026 NFL Draft. Can strategic depth picks like Trey Moore and Kyle Louis reshape Jeff Hafley’s defense and spark a new era in Miami?

Kyle Crabbs breaks down every Dolphins day three selection, spotlighting Trey Moore’s edge versatility, Kyle Louis' elite athleticism at linebacker/safety, and Kevin Coleman Jr.’s potential as a dynamic slot receiver and return threat. Insights include how special teams ability sets players like Michael Taaffe apart, the value of offensive line additions such as D.J. Campbell, and whether under-the-radar picks like Max Llewellyn can make the 53-man roster. With 13 selections, plus high-upside UDFAs, the Dolphins emphasize competition, versatility, and cap-friendly depth. Will this youth movement be the key to overcoming Miami’s salary cap crunch and cementing a playoff-caliber foundation?

00:00 Dolphins' day three draft picks

03:33 Dolphins draft strategy discussion

08:28 Thanking supporters and recent events

12:38 Discussing defensive strategies and Kyle Louis

18:11 Draft prospects and evaluations

19:50 Evaluating Taaffe's draft potential

24:57 Assessing Dolphins' day three draft

26:33 Analyzing roster prospects

29:39 Thanking viewers and signing off

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The Miami Dolphins made their statement in the 2026 NFL Draft—and it wasn’t what most fans expected.

 

Did Jon-Eric Sullivan and the Dolphins front office execute a disciplined, long-term roster build… or did they pass on game-changing talent?

 

Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber is joined by Kyle Crabbs (Locked On Dolphins) and Jeff Zgonina to break down EVERY pick:

 

– Kadyn Proctor: High-upside gamble or future cornerstone?

– Chris Johnson: Smart, stable defensive addition

– Jacob Rodriguez: Turnover machine in Hafley’s system

– Caleb Douglas & Chris Bell: Did Miami fix WR or just add depth?

– Full draft grades, reactions, and what it means for the 2026 season

 

This is the most complete Dolphins draft breakdown you’ll find anywhere.

 

👇 Drop your grade in the comments and join the Squad.

 

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\*\*\*\*\* 'LIVE' Miami Dolphins Commentary + Analysis from former Miami Dolphins Defensive Tackle Jeff “Z” Zgonina, Locked On Dolphins Host Kyle Crabbs and Dolphins POSTCAST Host Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber.

 

The Dolphins are building toward the 2026 season, and we will be right here 'LIVE' with your DOLPHINS SQUAD SHOW every Monday and Wednesday at noon ET all year long.  

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Miami Dolphins shake up Round 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft with bold skill player picks—was it brilliance or a reach? Chris Bell electrifies with a rare combination of size and after-catch explosiveness, drawing comparisons to top-50 talent as Miami snags him at 94th overall. Meanwhile, Will Kacmarek earns "bad man" praise for his elite blocking at tight end, foreshadowing a bruising offensive shift under the Dolphins’ new physical identity.

Questions swirl around Caleb Douglas, the surprise wide receiver choice at pick 75, whose blazing 4.39 speed echoes Marquez Valdes-Scantling but raises concerns about route development and draft value. Host Kyle Crabbs breaks down Miami’s evolving roster, debates the logic behind each selection, and explores whether the Dolphins’ focus on size, speed, and physicality gives them an edge—or leaves value on the board. Will these bold strategies pay off as Miami builds for the future?

00:00 Chris Bell's explosive playstyle

05:18 Chris Bell's route running potential

07:03 Discussing Chris Bell's potential

10:35 Draft evaluation and player roles

13:54 Evaluating an elite blocker

19:01 Trading and player evaluation discussion

21:56 Evaluating player development needs

26:11 Discussing Dolphins draft choices

29:49 Evaluating tight end options

30:42 Discussing a wide receiver pick

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Miami Dolphins bet big on linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, igniting fresh optimism for their defense. Drafted 43rd overall, Rodriguez brings an elite athletic profile, staggering collegiate accolades at Texas Tech—including unanimous All-American honors and a fifth-place Heisman finish—and a reputation as a culture-setting leader. Could Miami’s investment make their linebacker room the foundation of a top NFL defense?

Kyle Crabbs breaks down Rodriguez's fit in Miami, comparing him to recent picks like Kaden Proctor and Chris Johnson. Key insights include Rodriguez’s transition from Virginia quarterback to Texas Tech standout linebacker, the Dolphins’ draft philosophy prioritizing plus athletes and intangible qualities, and how Rodriguez complements veterans Jordyn Brooks and Willie Gay. The episode covers Miami’s linebacker depth chart shakeup, Jon-Eric Sullivan and Kyle Smith’s bold expectations, and the strategy for maximizing Rodriguez’s three-down value. Can Rodriguez become Miami’s next flag bearer on defense?

00:00 Discussing Jacob Rodriguez's draft selection

06:15 Discussing player draft choices

07:58 Evaluating linebacker skills and challenges

11:59 App features and Rodriguez draft excitement

16:04 Evaluating player athletic profiles

17:01 Dolphins linebacker room analysis

21:35 Explaining how Kalshi works

23:25 Defensive player performance analysis

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Miami Dolphins make a bold move by trading up for cornerback Chris Johnson in the first round of the NFL Draft—will his elite football character and production elevate Miami’s secondary under head coach Jeff Hafley?

Kyle Crabbs breaks down the Dolphins’ draft strategy, including the key details of the trade and what Johnson’s selection means for Miami’s defense. The episode highlights Johnson’s standout metrics from San Diego State, his physical profile, and his impact as Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year. Insights include how Johnson fits Hafley’s defensive vision, the significance of his tackling ability, and what traits made him a top target for Miami’s front office. Listeners also get a rapid mock draft preview of possible day-two targets and analysis of Miami’s ongoing roster build.

Will Chris Johnson anchor the next generation of Dolphins corners and help drive a playoff run?

00:00 Strategizing day three draft picks

06:04 Dolphins trade for Chris Johnson

09:46 Meeting fans at Dolphins draft party

12:44 Chris Johnson's impressive 2025 stats

17:20 Evaluating Chris' transition skills

19:33 Evaluating a versatile cornerback

23:29 Trading opportunities on Kalshi app

26:22 Draft strategy for safeties and receivers

29:39 NFL team's draft vision

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