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Miami Dolphins will be picking No. 8 in 2016 NFL draft

Here’s a quick look at the top three positional needs for the Miami Dolphins (6-10):

1. Linebacker: A case can be made that Miami needs three linebackers next season. Starters Kelvin Sheppard, Koa Misi and Jelani Jenkins all played below expectations in 2015. Misi and Jenkins also battled injuries throughout the year, and Sheppard will be an unrestricted free agent. The Dolphins need a playmaking linebacker behind stud defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh who can set the tone of the defense and is athletic enough to cover slot receivers and tight ends on passing downs.