The 2026 NFL Draft will go down as a landmark moment for the Miami Dolphins. With a new general manager in Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley at the helm, the franchise is entering a fresh era—and this draft set the tone in a big way.

Over three days and seven rounds, Miami added 13 new players, all of whom are expected to be key building blocks for the season ahead. But what makes this class truly special are three historic firsts that haven't been seen in decades.

First, this is the largest draft class for the Dolphins since 1997, when they selected 14 players. The 2026 haul features four picks in both the third and sixth rounds, giving the team plenty of depth and flexibility.

Second, Miami drafted three wide receivers in the same draft for the first time since 1975—back when the NFL draft was a marathon 17 rounds. It's a clear signal that the Dolphins are reloading their offensive weapons for the future.

And third, this is just the third time in franchise history that the Dolphins have taken three players from the same college. The last time? 2013, when they grabbed Jehlani Jenkins, Mike Gillislee, and Caleb Sturgis from Florida. Before that, it was Tennessee State in 1976 and Miami (FL) in 1968.

For Dolphins fans, this draft isn't just about adding talent—it's about making history. These 13 players represent a new chapter, and the early signs are promising for a team ready to make waves in South Florida.