The Splash Zone 5/1/23: Still work to be done for the Dolphins

The 2023 NFL Draft has come to a close and although the Miami Dolphins may have addressed some needs, the work isn’t over yet. They didn’t address those needs till the late rounds of the draft so do not expect them to be the answers at said positions. There is still the issue along the offensive line with Austin Jackson and Liam Eichenberg. Though the Dolphins brass say they believe in those two players, the reality is they just weren’t that great last season and the team has done nothing to provide some viable competition for those spots. The team brought in Cameron Fleming last week for a visit, who would not only provide competition but would be an upgrade at right tackle.

You can check out that story here, and the rest of the day’s round-up below.

‘There’s still work to be done.’ What’s next for the Dolphins after the 2023 NFL Draft?
Miami is in the process of adding a large undrafted free agent class and could still make veteran signings in the coming weeks.

Dolphins Undrafted Rookies

Miami Dolphins UDFA Class Breakdown - Sports Illustrated Miami Dolphins News, Analysis and More
The Miami Dolphins have had good success with rookie free agents in recent years, and they're hoping to have landed another hidden gem or two (or more) in 2023

Dolphins 2023 Draft

How the National Media Graded the Miami Dolphins' 2023 Draft - Sports Illustrated Miami Dolphins News, Analysis and More
The Miami Dolphins got mixed reviews for their 2023 draft class, which became the smallest in the NFL because of a league penalty but also trades that brought them Tyreek Hill, Bradley Chubb, Jalen Ramsey and Jeff Wilson Jr.

Dolphins Tight Ends

Mike McDaniel on Elijah Higgins: Converting WR to TE in today's NFL isn't as hard as it used to be - ProFootballTalk
The Dolphins needed a tight end in the draft. Technically, they didn’t take one.

Dolphins Offensive Line

Miami Dolphins Still Need to Fix Troublesome Offensive Line - Sports Illustrated Miami Dolphins News, Analysis and More
The Miami Dolphins have failed to make significant improvement this offseason as perhaps their most questionable position

Five Things To Know: Ryan Hayes
The Miami Dolphins used its fourth and final pick of the 2023 NFL Draft on Michigan tackle Ryan Hayes.

Phinsider News You May Have Missed

Miami Dolphins News 4/30/23: Dolphins 2023 draft class - The Phinsider
Welcome to the Splash Zone, the quickest way to get your day started off right. We bring you a rundown of Miami Dolphins news from the last 24 hours.

2023 NFL Draft Grades and Best Pick for Miami Dolphins from ESPN - The Phinsider
The Miami Dolphins’ 2023 Draft class is complete with four players selected over the weekend. What did ESPN have to say about Miami’s picks?