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2026 NFL Draft picks: Dolphins grab value with fourth-round linebacker
TL;DR
The Miami Dolphins selected linebacker Kyle Louis from Pittsburgh with the 138th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, a significant value pick projected to go in the second or third round. This adds depth to their defense as they continue to retool their roster.
Key points
- Miami Dolphins selected linebacker Kyle Louis with the 138th pick
- Louis was projected as a second or third round pick
- Dolphins previously selected edge rusher Trey Moore in the fourth round
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 15, 2025: Kyle Louis #9 of the Pittsburgh Panthers in action during the second half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Acrisure Stadium on November 15, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Chris Bernacchi/Diamond Images via Getty Images) | Diamond Images/Getty Images
After selecting edge rusher Trey Moore with the 130th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Miami Dolphins had a quick turnaround before coming back on the clock with the 138th pick. They continue to retool the defense in this year’s draft, adding linebacker Kyle Louis from Pittsburgh.
Louis was projected to a second or third round pick. Miami landing him late in the fourth round is a huge value pick. Daniel Jeremiah ranked Louis his 55th prospect, with Miami selecting him 138th. On NFL.com, Lance Zierlein compares Louis to former Dolphins linebacker Jerome Baker, which would be a great addition to the Miami defense.
Miami’s previous selections have included tackle Kadyn Proctor and cornerback Chris Johnson in the first round; linebacker Jacob Rodriguez in the second round wide receiver; Caleb Douglas, tight end Will Kacmarek, and wide receiver Chris Bell in the third round; and edge rusher Trey Moore in the fourth round.
A four-year player at Pittsburgh, Louis finished his career with 201 tackles, 10 sacks, six interceptions with a touchdown, two forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries.
The Dolphins are next on the clock with the 151st pick, the first of three scheduled fifth-round picks.
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Q&A
What round was Kyle Louis selected in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Kyle Louis was selected in the fourth round, specifically with the 138th pick.
Who did the Miami Dolphins select before Kyle Louis in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Before selecting Kyle Louis, the Dolphins picked edge rusher Trey Moore with the 130th pick.
How does Kyle Louis compare to other linebackers in the draft?
Kyle Louis was ranked as the 55th prospect by Daniel Jeremiah, indicating he was projected to be a second or third round pick.
