Ranking Miami Dolphins rookies by impact in 2026

By admin — In News — July 15, 2026

   ​The Miami Dolphins, after moving on from several experienced veterans, brought in a ton of new players this offseason, including a group of 13 rookies through the 2026 NFL draft.Miami got offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor and cornerback Chris Johnson in the first round. On Day 2, they added linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, wide receiver Caleb Douglas, tight end Will Kacmarek and wide receiver Chris Bell. They then wrapped up the three-day process by taking defensive end Trey Moore, linebacker Kyle Louis, safety Michael Taaffe, wide receiver Kevin Coleman Jr., tight end Seydou Traore, guard DJ Campbell and defensive end Max Llewellyn.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWith training camp rapidly approaching, here’s how we’re ranking Miami’s rookie draft picks by their potential impact during their first season with the team and first season under new head coach Jeff Hafley.Nov 30, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns offensive lineman DJ Campbell (52) blocks during the second half against the Texas A&M Aggies. The Longhorns defeated the Aggies 17-7 at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn ImagesThe 22-year-old spent the last four years at Texas, earning All-SEC honors once. He appeared in 49 games and started 42 for the Longhorns. In an ideal world, Campbell will serve as nothing more than a backup guard and maybe play some special teams during his rookie season.Oct 26, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Max Llewellyn (48) reacts after a safety against the Northwestern Wildcats during the second quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn ImagesThe 23-year-old spent five years at Iowa, appearing in 43 games and recording 64 tackles (20.5 for a loss), 14.5 sacks, 10 passes defensed, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries with the Hawkeyes. While Chop Robinson is really the only player in the group of edge rushers to get guaranteed reps this year, Llewellyn would have to really prove himself to make the team and earn opportunities in 2026.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementSep 7, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs tight end Seydou Traore (18) leaps and hurdles over Arizona State Sun Devils defensive back Keith Abney II (1) in the second half at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn ImagesTraore comes from London, England, but he spent two years at Arkansas State, where he earned All-Sun Belt honors once, and three years at Mississippi State. In 46 games, he recorded 126 receptions for 1,404 yards and 10 touchdowns. The 23-year-old will likely be fighting for the third spot in the tight end room, but with other options ahead of him, he could be fourth this year.ATLANTA, GEORGIA – DECEMBER 07: Michael Taaffe #16 of the Texas Longhorns reacts to a play against the Georgia Bulldogs during the fourth quarter of the 2024 SEC Championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 07, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkla  

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