Penning Picked Majority of Dolphins First Round Mock Drafts

As mentioned in the title there were over a dozen simulations done to put this Miami Dolphins mock draft together. The Dolphins simulated mock drafts either picked Trevor Penning, tackle from Northern Iowa, or Penn State wide receiver Jahan Dotson in the first round. Miami needs help all along the offensive line, which made Penning the choice. Mike McDaniel’s 49er style offense also requires a strong offensive live, giving Penning even greater value.

The scouting report on Penning remains the same: strong run blocker, tough, but needs to work on his pass protection. His strong run blocking skills make him an even better fit for the offense McDaniel’s plans to run. Most scouts consider Penning a day one starter, and certainly McDaniel and his offensive staff would be happy with that.

Breece Hall Overwhelming Consensus Pick in 2nd Rd Mock Draft

Penning may have been the pick in the majority first round Dolphins mock draft simulations, but there was a stronger consensus for Iowa State running back Breece Hall at number 50. Just as with the pick of Trevor Penning it makes sense given McDaniel’s offense and the Dolphins needs. Miami tried five different backs and got the most of out Duke Johnson and Phillip Lindsay.

Hall led the Big 12 in rushing the last two years. The feature back for the Cyclones the last three years is considered the number one running back prospect in this draft. Scouts explosiveness, his ability to make good cuts, and vision the prospects greatest strengths. Hall must improve his pass catching and protection, and his ability to break tackles. Still McDaniel’s offense presents Hall with a chance to showcase his strengths. Hall splitting time with a veteran like Johnson makes sense as well, an offers the Dolphins a needed upgrade in their running game.

No Real Consensus for Rounds 3 and 4 of Mock Draft Simulations

The next two rounds of the Dolphins mock draft came down to availability for Miami at picks 100, 119, and 123. The simulations often picked Wisconsin linebacker Leo Chenal at either 100 or 119. Chenal fits another need for the Dolphins, run stopper. Scouts like his motor, work ethic, and strength. Chanel needs to work on his pass rushing and coverage skills. Given Miami’s struggles against the run taking Chanel in the third fourth round makes sense.

Mocks often took Nevada wide receiver Romeo Doubs and Ohio State edge rusher Tyreke Smith at 119 and 123. Doubs ability to make contested catches and create yards after the catch make him a good fit alongside Jaylen Waddle. There are some questions about Doubs route running and hands, but the potential is there to use him on the outside and take coverage away from Waddle and Mike Gesicki.

The Dolphins may lose Emmanuel Ogbah in free agency so Miami may have a need for Tyreke Smith at 123. Smith, like Chenal, needs to improve his pass rush skills. Like Chenal Smith’s a strong run defender who give his all every play. Given Miami’s problems stopping the run might want to use him in its defensive line rotation and find a pass rusher in free agency, should Ogbah leave.

Taking the Best Available in Rounds 5-7

Surprisingly Oklahoma’s edge rusher Isaiah Thomas was an almost unanimous fifth round pick Dolphins mock drafts. He hustles for his sacks and pressures of quarterbacks. He can take himself out of plays with wide angles against the run. His versatility, strength, and competiveness make him a worthy choice at 157. Even if Miami can sign a pass rusher in free agency adding edge rusher depth in the draft still could not hurt.

Miami again looks to help fill a need and add depth in the sixth and seventh round. UCLA safety Quentin Lake makes sense for Miami’s blitz scheme. Lake’s willingness to support the run and tackle should have the Dolphins interested as well. His ball skills and ability to close make him a solid addition to a strong defensive backfield.

Wake Forest’s tackle Zach Tom bolsters Miami’s pass blocking at 221. He’s not a bad run blocker but pass protection is his strength. Quick feet allow him to stay in plays. He needs greater flexibility and strength to stop rushers from pushing past him. Tom’s rough around the edges but Tua Tagovailoa surely would not mind someone to give him time to find receivers downfield.

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