Week 18 outcomes could quietly shape a massive Dolphins offseason

Here is what to watch out for if you are hoping for an improved draft pick for Miami.

Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel | Ed Mulholland-Imagn ImagesTuesday marked the 25th anniversary of the last Miami Dolphins' postseason victory. Unfortunately, Week 18 will conclude Miami's season this year, and the longest drought in the NFL will continue, as the Dolphins will not have the opportunity to end it.

One silver lining, though, is that the Dolphins could be picking inside the top 10 of the 2026 NFL Draft if all goes right this weekend. The Dolphins have several areas of need heading into next season, so a top-10 pick won't make a significant difference, but it would allow Miami to select…