Miami Dolphins' New Linebacker Duo: Size, Skills, & Chemistry

0:00On April 27, Miami Dolphins snagged two standout linebackers from the University of Miami in this year's NFL Draft. Jacob Rodriguez went in round two, while his teammate Kyle Lewis fell to round four. These two already linked up on the national team at the Senior Bowl, showing their chemistry early. Both guys bring serious size and skills to the table. Rodriguez stands six foot one, two hundred thirty five pounds, and Louis is six foot two, two hundred pounds. They dominated college with speed, sharp instincts, and football IQ, racking up tackles left and right. Louis sees his draft slide as fuel. He called it motivation from above, keeping him humble and extra hungry to prove himself in Miami. What sets Louis apart is his film study. Grind information reads, honed at Pittsburgh in a blitz heavy scheme. He breaks down alignments, tendencies, and communication like a pro already. Dolphins love his versatility too. Sliding him as off-ball linebacker or even big nickel on passing downs.

1:02With his coverage pried from endless one-on-one battles, this duo could lock down the middle for years, boosting Miami's defense right out the gate. NFL News. Today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on Game Day. I'm Cory with the story.