Miami Dolphins' Youthful Roster Buzzes Fans

0:00It's April 28th, NFL News Today starts now, AI-powered and game ready. I'm Cory with the story. The Miami Dolphins just wrapped their 2026 draft, and with new General Manager John Eric Sullivan's first class in place, fans are already. Projecting a young 53-man roster for next season, this squad leans heavy on speed, athleticism, and rookies, setting up a rebuild around franchise hopeful Malik Willis at quarterback Superstar. Running back to Vaughan Asshane, and defensive anchor Jordan Brooks. On offense, Willis gets back up Quenures, while the backfield mixes Ashanae's explosiveness with Oli Gordon and Jalen Wright for power and depth. Wide receivers got a boost with three draft picks joining vets like Malik Washington, creating fresh targets. Tight-ends feature reliable Greg Doltitch and blocking rookies, and the lines start strong with tackles Patrick Paul and Austin Jackson, plus versatile. First-rounder Katie Improktor, who could slide inside.

1:00Defense shapes up deep at linebacker and edge, led by all pro Brooks, with new additions like Jacob Rodriguez and pass rushers David O'Jobbo and Josh Uchei adding juice. Up front, Zack Seeler captains a young group including Kenneth Grant, while the secondary stays unproven rookie Chris Johnson I's corner one. But it's a battle among Ethan Bonner and others. Safety's are thin, banking on Dante Trader and Michael Taff. Several teams look steady with Punter Bradley Pinyin, Kicker Riley Patterson, and Snapper Taber Pepper, holding spots amid some camp comp. A few undrafted sleepers like Renee Konga and Mason Ryger could sneak in, keeping things competitive. Expect tweaks with veteran free agents post. June 1st, but this youthful core has dolphins fans buzzing about a high upside run in South Florida.