While the Miami Dolphins are hot on the trail of a postseason berth in 2020, the future of this team is still impossible to ignore — because of all of the resources at the Dolphins’ disposal. Which makes forecasting the future very exciting. The latest? Draft Wire’s 2021 NFL Mock Draft. And inside, the Dolphins got a very significant boost to their offensive depth chart — including key reinforcements to their skill groups and a potential upgrade in the heart of their offensive line.
No. 7 overall – LSU WR Ja’Marr Chase
Chase’s addition would be a big boost to Miami’s wide receiver corp, which needs more playmakers and more dynamic play as they look to build the optimal supporting cast around QB Tua Tagovailoa. What makes Chase an interesting pick is that he’s largely an outside receiver and his addition would likely push Preston Williams into a depth role in the Dolphins’ offense opposite DeVante Parker on the outside. That may not be a bad thing given the questionable durability of Williams, though.
No. 22 overall – Alabama LB Dylan Moses
Moses missed last season and re-took the field this year looking to inspire with his athletic profile and kickstart a push to potentially challenge Micah Parsons as the top ILB available for the 2021 NFL Draft. That won’t likely be the case, as Moses has struggled with processing quickness in his role as the Crimson Tide MIKE linebacker this season. But none the less, he’s plenty athletic for the pro game.
No. 38 overall – Ohio State C Josh Myers
Myers is a good fit for the Dolphins’ offense when you consider the spacing that both the Buckeyes and the Dolphins implement in their formations. Myers would be an upgrade over incumbent center Ted Karras with his ability to reach and work across the face of shaded interior defenders when Miami looks to rush between the tackles — securing the back side flow of the defensive line has been one of the sore spots for Miami’s rushing attack thus far.
No. 52 overall – Oklahoma State RB Chuba Hubbard
Another sore spot for Miami’s current rushing attack is the lack of a complete product at the running back position. Myles Gaskin is well rounded — but he doesn’t have any individual trait that will cause conflict with defenders. He’s smaller, he’s not overly fast and he’s not overly agile. But he’s smart, smooth and shows good instincts as a rusher; offering Miami the full playbook when he’s in the game. An upgrade and potential three-down back is a very real possibility.
