The 2026 NFL draft kicks off tonight with a lot at stake for the Miami Dolphins. New coach Jeff Hafley and general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan face their first big test after taking over for Mike McDaniel and Chris Grier, fired after a second straight season of missing the playoffs.
The Dolphins have 11 picks in the draft, with two coming in tonight’s first round. The No. 11 pick was earned by finishing 7-10 in 2025, while they added the No. 30 pick by trading receiver Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos. With him and Tyreek Hill no longer there, Miami is looking to add new weapons for new quarterback Malik Willis, signed to replace Tua Tagovailoa. They also need help at guard, edge rusher, cornerback and safety.
The Palm Beach Post and USA TODAY Network are covering the events in Pittsburgh throughout the weekend. Keep scrolling for highlights and analysis from Round 1 of the NFL draft.
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What time does NFL draft start tonight?
When do Dolphins pick today?
Miami has two picks in the first round: the No. 11 pick and the No. 30 pick. Teams have 8 minutes to make their picks in Round 1, so the Dolphins will be on the clock for their first pick likely between 9-9:30 p.m. ET. The 30th pick is the third to last of the night, expected to be between 10:30-11 p.m.
Where to watch NFL draft
The NFL draft is being broadcast nationally on ABC, ESPN and NFL Network. Streaming options include Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers.
Dolphins draft picks 2026
The Dolphins have 11 picks in the 2026 NFL draft. Here’s the complete list:
How long does the NFL draft last?
The NFL draft lasts three days. Each team has 8 minutes to make its first-round pick tonight, down from 10 minutes in previous years. The second day includes rounds 2-3, while the third and final day has rounds 4-7. Teams have 7 minutes to make their second-round picks, 5 minutes to make picks in the third through sixth rounds and 4 minutes to pick in the seventh round.
The first and second days typically last between 3-4 hours and end between 11 p.m. and midnight. The third day usually wraps up between 6-7 p.m.
Will Dolphins draft Rueben Bain or Francis Mauigoa?
There’s a lot of Miami representation at the 2026 NFL draft, with up for four Hurricanes potentially going off the board in Round 1 tonight. The two biggest, defensive end Rueben Bain and offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa, might be available when the Dolphins make their first pick at No. 11 overall. Bain in particular would fit a need for the Fins, though his recently revealed involvement in a 2024 fatal car crash could be cause for concern. See the latest from USA TODAY’s updating mock draft.
Where is the 2026 NFL draft?
In 2015, the NFL draft moved out of Radio City Music Hall in New York City in favor of a touring showcase of football fandom. This year’s event is taking place in Pittsburgh near the home of the Steelers. Next year’s draft is set for Washington, D.C.
Latest Dolphins mock draft
Here’s who our experts think Miami will take with their two first-round picks:
NFL draft order
Here’s the complete draft order for the first round of the 2026 NFL draft:
This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Dolphins draft picks, live updates, NFL draft order, final mock draft
Reporting by Dan Rorabaugh, USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida / Palm Beach Post
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