3 pass-rushers the Miami Dolphins could target Day 2 of the NFL Draft

Jacas is 6-foot-4 and 260 pounds, checking the size measurable to go with his athleticism.  A former wrestler who can play with outstanding leverage, he is also one of the stronger edges in the class, having put up 30 bench reps at the NFL Scouting Combine. If available at No. 43, his name could easily be called by Miami. He had 11 sacks along with 13.5 tackles for loss, as well as six quarterback hits, a pass breakup and three forced fumbles in 2025

The very top of the RAS score edge list is Dennis-Sutton at 9.96. Along with 6-foot-6 height and multiple alignment versatility, he fits a mold of a type of player scouted during Sullivan’s time and upbringing in the Green Bay Packers' front office. Dennis-Sutton had eight sacks, 12 tackles for loss, eight quarterback hits, three pass breakups and three forced fumbles last season. Dennis-Sutton could be in play at No. 75, or earlier, should Miami make another move up to go and get him.

Another name to know, although a bit lower in RAS, is Missouri defensive end Zion Young. At 6-foot-6 and 260-plus pounds, he's a monster on the edge as a run defender, which is valued heavily by head coach Jeff Hafley. Young could be taken within the first 10 selections of round two with his size, edge-setting ability, and versatility across the defensive front. He had 6.5 sacks, 16.5 tackles for loss, 14 quarterback hits, a pair of pass breakups and two forced fumbles in 2025.

However, he had some off-field issues, including a misdemeanor assault charge as well as a DWI arrest, and Sullivan had indicated in the days leading to the draft that red flags like these could have him pass on a player. As for the on-field potential, Young, Jacas or Dennis-Sutton would be welcome additions to a very thin area on Miami's defense.

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