1 QB for the Dolphins to target in each round of the 2026 NFL draft

The Miami Dolphins made a huge change on the offensive side of the ball this offseason, as they released quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and replaced him with former third-round pick Malik Willis on a three-year deal.

That move likely makes Willis the team's starter this year but with a lack of experience in the position group, Miami should still consider taking a quarterback in the 2026 NFL draft.

With that, let's take a look at seven quarterbacks the Dolphins could take throughout the three-day selection meeting; one in each round.

Round 1 - Ty Simpson, Alabama

Stats: 31 games, 63.9% completion percentage, 3,948 passing yards, 28 passing touchdowns, five interceptions, 223 rushing yards, five rushing touchdowns

NFL.com Scouting Report: "Former five-star prospect who waited his turn at Alabama and raised his profile in a single season as the Tide’s starter. Simpson is mechanically sound from a footwork and release perspective, providing a favorable foundation to work from. He’s above average as a processor and decision-maker, but timing and anticipation remain works in progress. Arm talent and velocity are average, which limits his success. His repeatable process should help iron out ball placement inconsistencies the more he plays. Simpson is unfazed by shell coverages and is decisive when attacking intermediate zone pockets for chunk gains. He can break contain and move the sticks with his legs, too. Learning to cut bait and avoid sacks needs to be prioritized. One-year starters rarely “boom” so he’ll need a patient staff and a clear developmental roadmap to fill in the missing pieces."

Round 2 - Garrett Nussmeier, LSU

Stats: 40 games, 64% completion percentage, 7,699 passing yards, 52 passing touchdowns, 24 interceptions, -153 rushing yards, five rushing touchdowns

NFL.com Scouting Report: "Undersized pocket passer with legitimate arm talent that has not been able to make up for some flaws in his game. Nussmeier is inconsistent diagnosing coverages and working through progressions, which limits his ability to counter what defenses show him. He plays with a gunslinger’s mindset and doesn’t consistently prioritize ball security. He has a compact release and can spin impressive throws from off-platform angles when needed. He will make a throw that makes you a believer in one series, but he often follows that up with a turnover that reignites the doubt. He has adequate mobility in the pocket and limits his sack count. Teams will need to balance Nussmeier’s mistakes and durability concerns against his potential to improve on his LSU output."

Round 3 - Drew Allar, Penn State

Stats: 45 games, 63.2% completion percentage, 7,402 passing yards, 61 passing touchdowns, 13 interceptions, 732 rushing yards, 12 rushing touchdowns

NFL.com Scouting Report: "Allar looks the part with prototypical size and an effortless arm that can make any NFL throw. However, inconsistent touch and ball placement are a major hindrance. In big moments and big games, he hasn’t proven he can rise to the occasion or sustain efficiency. The stats looked good in a conservative offense as a sophomore, but his play became more erratic once the playbook was opened up and more responsibility was put on his plate. He can be slow to process and get to his best option. He also struggles to adjust his pre-snap plan to fit the coverage. It’s worth noting Allar’s receivers struggled to win man-coverage matchups for him. Against zone, he makes anticipatory throws and beats coverage at an adequate clip. Mechanical fixes are possible, but confidence, poise and recognition must be the foundation of any rebound. Allar projects as an average backup with high-end traits."

Round 4 - Carson Beck, Miami (FL)

Stats: 55 games, 69.5% completion percentage, 11,725 passing yards, 88 passing touchdowns, 32 interceptions, 288 rushing yards, seven rushing touchdowns

NFL.com Scouting Report: "Three-year starter who has weathered his share of ups and downs. Beck has NFL-caliber size and a lot of experience playing in high-leverage games. He recovered from 2024 UCL surgery on his throwing elbow, but he appeared to lose some drive velocity on deep balls and move throws. He works through progressions at a good pace and can throw with anticipation, but he loses track of safeties, throwing into hazardous spots. Beck’s decision-making showed more maturity in his final college season, but pressure can pull him back into old habits. He spins a catchable ball with a compact release, but spotty accuracy leads to pass breakups and a lower conversion rate on tight-window throws. Beck projects as a good backup with the potential to earn a starting job down the road, but he must continue developing game-managing instincts."

Round 5 - Taylen Green, Arkansas

Stats: 53 games, 60.1% completion percentage, 9,662 passing yards, 59 passing touchdowns, 35 interceptions, 2,405 rushing yards, 35 rushing touchdowns

NFL.com Scouting Report: "A long, rangy, dual-threat quarterback with upside, Green’s ability to generate explosive plays as a runner and passer helped keep his offense afloat. In-game consistency has been a sticking point, though. He has a long, unorthodox delivery and tends to baby too many throws. He can generate enough velocity and distance to stress defenses over the second and third levels. Green puts the ball in harm’s way at an alarming rate, which will translate to greater trouble against more talented defenders and more complicated coverage reads. His ability to win with his legs on called runs or pocket breaks pushes his value beyond his passing profile. Green’s upside will be tantalizing but his ceiling will only track with his growth as a passer."

Round 6 - Cade Klubnik, Clemson

Stats: 49 games, 64% completion percentage, 10,123 passing yards, 73 passing touchdowns, 24 interceptions, 878 rushing yards, 17 rushing touchdowns

NFL.com Scouting Report: "Much was expected of Klubnik after a strong showing in 2024, but his play and production declined in 2025. He’s undersized but athletic and shows an ability to attack zone windows with adequate velocity over the first two levels. He can make some timing throws with anticipation when in rhythm. However, when the first read isn’t there, his field vision is average and he’s not good enough off-platform/out of structure to succeed at a high enough rate. The accuracy numbers to most areas of the field fall below the mark, but tape study shows a high drop count by his receivers. While his designed run production fell off in 2025, he remains pocket-mobile, avoiding sacks and exploiting rushing lanes. Maintaining poise and mechanics are essential, so finding a short passing attack with a competent run game feels like a must for Klubnik."

Round 7 - Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt

Stats: 53 games, 62.2% completion percentage, 10,255 passing yards, 88 passing touchdowns, 27 interceptions, 3,094 rushing yards, 31 rushing touchdowns

NFL.com Scouting Report: "Pavia is a short, tough, productive quarterback who plays bigger than his measurables. He elevates those around him and was the main character in Vanderbilt’s shift from doormat to winning program. He’s improvisational, creating explosives that aren’t on the call sheet without playing reckless hero ball. He scans through progressions, throwing with intermediate accuracy, but impatience versus zone can lead to costly mistakes. He can stand and deliver or escape and win with his arm or legs when pressured. However, he lacks ideal mechanics and needs altered launch points for cleaner sight lines and release points. His deep ball is below average. He isn’t explosive or fast, but he’s a force multiplier for the run game, especially near the goal line. Efficiency and success rates check out across most situational filters, but he requires a more tailored scheme. Quarterbacks his size rarely make NFL rosters, but his competitiveness should be a plus as long as he’s willing to accept a role as a backup."

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