Fansided · Dec 14, 2025
Dolphins’ next defensive wave is taking shape through rising young trio
Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Kenneth Grant | Rich Storry/GettyImagesIn his final draft as general manager of the Miami Dolphins, Chris Grier surprised many by selecting not one, not two, but three defensive tackles throughout the 2025 NFL Draft process. The Dolphins certainly needed DT help alongside Zach Sieler, but drafting three at the same position may have been deemed a bit overkill.
And at the start of the season, that opinion might have been correct. But as the year has gone on, all of Miami's rookie defensive tackles have shown progression -- signaling that the Dolphins may be set at the defensive interior for the long term.
Miami Dolphins' rookie DTs continue to improve in 2025
