It has already been a tumultuous off-season for the Miami Dolphins. It could get even more interesting if the Dolphins actually opt to trade Jalen Ramsey. Assuming it happens sooner rather than later, the Dolphins appear ready for a new era.
In ESPN's latest NFL Mock Draft, Field Yates could see the Dolphins take a massive risk by drafting former national championship-winning cornerback Will Johnson at No. 13 overall Thursday night in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
"Johnson was limited to six games in 2024 by a foot injury, but his size, ball skills and instincts are so good that he deserves to be a top-15 pick," Yates wrote. "Miami played zone coverage two-thirds of the time last season, which would offset any questions around Johnson's speed."
Despite an injury-prone season this past year, Johnson played a critical role in helping the Michigan Wolverines win a national title against the Washington Huskies in Jim Harbaugh's final season as a college coach.
In 2023, Johnson secured a career-high four interceptions while adding a touchdown.
"I would just say that the coaches, Coach Harbaugh and Coach Herb and all those guys instill in us, the distractions, we’re built to last no matter what the outside circumstance is," Johnson told reporters following the 34-13 win. "That’s just what we’re all about."
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The Dolphins are still seeking long-term postseason success. Their last Super Bowl win came in 1974 to cap rhe 1973-74 season. One year earlier, they became the only team in NFL history to finish unbeaten.
The Dolphins' last playoff win came in 2000, so any sign of hope might be a good thing for one of the AFC East's biggest question marks.
For now, only time will tell.