One Last MOCK DRAFT ROUNDUP For The Miami Dolphins And The 2026 NFL Draft

Locked On Dolphins - Daily Podcast On The Miami Dolphins24mApril 22, 2026

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This final mock draft roundup for the Miami Dolphins ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft features analysis from three major sources: Peter Schrager, ESPN Beat Reporters, and Connor Orr of Monday Morning Quarterback. The episode explores the Dolphins' potential picks at No. 11 and No. 30, with consistent focus on offensive linemen like Francis Maui Noah and Spencer Fano, as well as defensive talent like Caldrick Falk. Schrager mocks Maui Noah at No. 11, highlighting his asymptomatic herniated disc as a manageable risk, while ESPN’s Marcel Luizac favors Fano for his versatility. Connor Orr presents a bold trade-down scenario, where Miami moves out of the top 10 to acquire a 2027 first-rounder and selects Casey Concepcion and Chris Johnson. The discussion weighs risk vs. reward, positional need, and long-term draft capital, with the host expressing strong preference for the trade-down strategy due to future flexibility. The episode also promotes the Dolphins’ official watch parties and the Everyday Club membership.

Key Takeaways
1

The Dolphins may trade down from No. 11 to gain a 2027 first-rounder and select a late first/early second-round talent like Casey Concepcion or Caldrick Falk.

2

Francis Maui Noah is a high-risk, high-reward pick at No. 11 due to his asymptomatic herniated disc, but his talent justifies the potential recovery timeline.

3

Spencer Fano is a strong fit for Miami’s offensive line depth, especially with Austin Jackson’s contract concerns and health history.

4

Trading down allows the Dolphins to address multiple needs while building future draft capital, a strategic move that aligns with long-term planning.

5

Caldrick Falk is a sleeper pick with a significant grade increase in the host’s personal board, making him a compelling late first-round target.

Chapters
0:00
1 min

Welcome & Club Announcement

Introduction to the episode and promotion of the Everyday Club, an ad-free podcast membership with exclusive fan access.

0:48
2 min

Schrager Mock Draft: Maui Noah at 11

If Maui Noah needs to miss the first three games of his NFL career recovering from a surgical procedure that checks the box and gets it taken care of, cool. Great. Do it. Totally comfortable with that level of risk.

Highlight
2:30
3 min

ESPN Beat Reporters: Fano at 11

There's a growing belief across the league that the Dolphins will address the trenches with the number 11 pick. All aboard. Let's go, baby.

Highlight
5:00
3 min

Connor Orr Mock: Trade-Down Strategy

You trade down 12 spots and get a future one from the Eagles... This is how you do it. You find a positive draw on the board and you trade out of some players.

Highlight
8:20
2 min

Player Evaluation & Draft Capital

Analysis of Caldrick Falk’s value, positional fit, and the broader implications of trading down for future draft picks.

High-Impact Quotes
If Maui Noah needs to miss the first three games of his NFL career recovering from a surgical procedure that checks the box and gets it taken care of, cool. Great. Do it. Totally comfortable with that level of risk.
Kyle Krabs4:02
Viral: 85.0
You trade down 12 spots and get a future one from the Eagles... This is how you do it. You find a positive draw on the board and you trade out of some players.
Kyle Krabs21:15
Viral: 82.0
There's a growing belief across the league that the Dolphins will address the trenches with the number 11 pick. All aboard. Let's go, baby.
Marcel Luizac (via Kyle Krabs)13:06
Viral: 78.0

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