The 2026 NFL draft comes to a close today, and Day 3 shapes up to be another action-packed one for the Miami Dolphins. After a Day 1 trade netted two extra picks, general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan has seven more picks out of 13 total for the draft.
Miami took tackle Kadyn Proctor and cornerback Chris Johnson in the first round, then added a pair of Texas Tech alums with its first two picks on Day 2, grabbing star linebacker David Rodriguez and wide receiver Caleb Douglas. After rounding out Round 3 with tight end Will Kacmarek and receiver Chris Bell, the Dolphins could still use help in the secondary, the interior offensive line and defensive end. Some more weapons for new quarterback Malik Willis wouldn’t hurt, either.
The Palm Beach Post and USA TODAY Network are covering the events in Pittsburgh throughout the weekend. Keep scrolling for highlights and analysis from Rounds 4-7 of the NFL draft.
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Dolphins draft Kyle Lewis
Soon after taking edge rusher Trey Moore, Miami grabbed PItt linebacker Kyle Louis with the 138th overall pick in the fourth round. He can play linebacker or safety.
Kyle Lewis highlights
Miami Dolphins remaining draft picks
The Dolphins have six picks remaining in the 2026 NFL draft. Here’s the list of their picks in rounds 4-7:
Dolphins draft Trey Moore
Miami’s first pick of Day 3 came at No. 130 overall in the fourth round, with the Dolphins taking Texas edge rusher Trey Moore. He was the American Conference Defensive Player of the Year in 2023 when he racked up 14 sacks and 17.5 tackles for loss at UTSA. Last year was his second with the Longhorns, and Moore put up three sacks and five TFLs.
Trey Moore grade
“Alignment-versatile edge with lots of experience and production but lacks length and size to stick at edge only in the NFL. May be a candidate for a move off-ball but unproven there.” – Ayrton Ostly, USA TODAY
Trey Moore highlights
Miami Dolphins draft picks 2026
Dolphins draft needs
Miami’s biggest needs entering the NFL draft were wide receiver, tight end, guard, defensive end, cornerback and safety. One of the best cornerbacks in the field fell to Day 3, but the Raiders opened Round 4 by taking Tennessee’s Jermod McCoy despite missing all of the 2025 season with a torn ACL. Another top defensive back, Miami’s Keionte Scott, joined Hurricanes teammate Rueben Bain Jr. with the Bucs. Here are some others the Dolphins could target today, pulled from USA TODAY reporter Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz’s list of the best remaining players:
Dolphins draft grades
Dig into Palm Beach Post reporter Joe Schad’s grades on each Dolphins draft pick:
NFL draft order
Here’s the complete draft order for the fifth round of the 2026 NFL draft:
When do Dolphins pick next?
Miami has seven picks today, two in the fourth round, three in the fifth and two in the seventh. Teams have 5 minutes to make their picks in Rounds 4-6 and 4 minutes in Round 7. The Dolphins’ first pick is the 30th of the day, so they will be on the clock likely about 1:30-2 p.m. ET.
Pittsburgh weather at NFL draft
Commissioner Roger Goodell started Day 3 by inquiring Pittsburghers to come out and break the attendance record, but that’s a big ask considering the weather forecast today. The action started with showers around the stage at the Steelers’ stadium, and AccuWeather predicts thunderstorms are possible throughout the afternoon.
Is Jacob Rodriguez the next Zach Thomas?
New Miami linebacker Jacob Rodriguez said one of his mentors throughout his time at Texas Tech was another legendary Dolphins and Red Raiders linebacker, Zach Thomas. The Pro Football Hall of Famer had high praise for his protégé, telling the Palm Beach Post’s Hal Habib “it’s not even close” that Rodriguez, who won every major defensive award in college football this past season, is the best defensive player in the school’s history. (We can’t call him the best overall player as long as Patrick Mahomes is still out here winning MVPs and Super Bowls.)
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.
NFL draft picks so far
Round 4
What time does NFL draft start today?
Roger Goodell got the final day of the 2026 NFL draft underway shortly after noon ET. The Las Vegas Raiders are on the clock.
How long does the NFL draft last?
It’s Day 3 of the NFL draft, the final stretch that encompasses rounds 4-7. Teams have 5 minutes to make picks in the fourth through sixth rounds and 4 minutes to pick in the seventh round. The third day of the draft will last into the evening, usually wrapping up between 6-7 p.m.
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.
This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Dolphins draft picks 2026 live updates, Day 3 grades, picks so far
Reporting by Dan Rorabaugh, USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida / Palm Beach Post
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