Which Pass Catchers Can MOST Help Malik Willis? | Miami Dolphins 2026 NFL Draft Final WR/TE Rankings

Locked On Dolphins - Daily Podcast On The Miami Dolphins33mApril 16, 2026

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In this episode of Locked On Dolphins, host Kyle Krabs dives into his final 2026 NFL Draft rankings for wide receivers and tight ends, specifically tailored to the Miami Dolphins' needs and scheme. He emphasizes that the Dolphins' pass-catching room is a major priority, especially with Malik Willis at quarterback, and outlines a tiered approach to evaluating talent based on positional value, medical history, and scheme fit. Krabs highlights Cardinal Tate as the only receiver with an unquestionable first-round grade, followed by a competitive group of elite pass catchers including Omar Cooper, Kenyon Sadiq, Casey Concepcion, Makai Lemon, and Jordan Tyson—though Tyson’s medical concerns significantly impact his draft stock. The analysis extends into day two and three prospects, with standout names like Eli Stowers, Denzel Boston, Ted Hurst, Sam Rausch, and Oscar Delp, each evaluated for their fit in Miami’s offensive system. Krabs stresses that while his board is not predictive, it reflects how he would value players if drafting for the Dolphins, factoring in historical trends, personnel preferences, and risk tolerance. Key takeaways include the importance of medical risk assessment—especially for high-upside players like Tyson and Bell—strategic value in waiting for impact players at later picks, and the need for versatile, big-bodied receivers and tight ends who can thrive in Mike McDaniel’s offense. Krabs also underscores the Dolphins’ potential to target hybrid, high-IQ players like Stowers and Rausch who can contribute in multiple roles. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to join the Everydayer Club and access exclusive content, while also promoting sponsors Rocket Money and Regiat.

Key Takeaways
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Cardinal Tate is the only wide receiver in the 2026 class with an unquestionable first-round grade for the Dolphins.

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Omar Cooper and Kenyon Sadiq are top-tier fits for Miami’s offensive scheme, especially with Malik Willis at quarterback.

3

Jordan Tyson’s elite talent is offset by significant medical concerns, making him a high-risk, high-reward pick.

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Tight ends like Eli Stowers and Sam Rausch offer unique hybrid value and are ideal for Miami’s pass-heavy, versatile offense.

5

The Dolphins should consider waiting on pass catchers until later picks to maximize value, especially if top-tier talent is available at 30 or 43.

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2 min

Introduction & Podcast Overview

Kyle Krabs introduces the episode, welcomes listeners, and outlines the purpose of the show: to present his final 2026 NFL Draft rankings for wide receivers and tight ends, specifically tailored to the Miami Dolphins' needs and offensive scheme.

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4 min

Top Tier Pass Catchers: Tate, Cooper, Sadiq

Cardinal Tate, Ohio State, is my top rated pass target. He is also interestingly enough the only player who gets an unquestionable first round grade at the pass catching positions at both tight end and wide receiver.

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6:00
4 min

Medical Risk & Draft Strategy

Jordan Tyson has missed in four seasons, redshirt junior, has missed one out of every three games that his team has played in across a four-year sample size.

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10:00
5 min

Day Two & Three Prospects

If you accept him for what he is, which is a receiving weapon. He's not an inline tight end.

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15:00
5 min

Late Round Sleepers & Final Thoughts

Krabs reviews late-round prospects like Bryce Lance, Josh Cameron, and Dijon Stribling, emphasizing that margins are thin in the middle rounds and that scheme fit matters more than raw grade differences.

High-Impact Quotes
Jordan Tyson has missed in four seasons, redshirt junior, has missed one out of every three games that his team has played in across a four-year sample size.
Kyle Krabs14:32
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Cardinal Tate, Ohio State, is my top rated pass target. He is also interestingly enough the only player who gets an unquestionable first round grade at the pass catching positions at both tight end and wide receiver.
Kyle Krabs3:40
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I would be remiss to not include a shout out for Riley Nowakowski, who is a tight end slash fullback. Please draft him.
Kyle Krabs34:02
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Kyle Krabs
Topics Discussed
2026 NFL Draft95%Wide Receiver and Tight End Rankings92%Miami Dolphins Draft Strategy90%Pass Catcher Evaluation88%Scheme Fit for Malik Willis87%Medical Risk in Draft85%Draft Board Methodology80%Late Round Value75%
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Cardinal Tate

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Kenyon Sadiq

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Jordan Tyson

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Omar Cooper

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Eli Stowers

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Makai Lemon

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Casey Concepcion

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Denzel Boston

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