Dolphins select Kadyn Proctor, Chris Johnson in round 1 – The Splash Zone 4/24/26

TL;DR

The Miami Dolphins selected offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor 12th overall and cornerback Chris Johnson 27th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, aiming to strengthen their roster. The team traded down one spot with the Cowboys before trading up to secure Johnson.

Key points

Dolphins selected Kadyn Proctor 12th overall.
Dolphins traded up to select Chris Johnson at 27.
Dolphins originally held the 11th pick before trading down.
Proctor is expected to strengthen the offensive line.
Johnson is noted for his physical play and tackling ability.

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Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; San Diego State Aztecs defensive back Chris Johnson is selected by the Miami Dolphins as the number 27 pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The first round of the 2026 NFL Draft has come and gone. The Miami Dolphins added a couple of players that should play immediately and make an impact on this football team. The Dolphins were originally slated to select at #11, but traded back one spot with the Dallas Cowboys and acquired two extra fifth round picks. The Cowboys selected S Caleb Downs, who many saw as maybe the best player in the draft. The Dolphins chose to pass on that opportunity and selected a huge human being in Alabama OL Kadyn Proctor. Jon-Eric Sullivan stated they wanted to build up the trenches and he kept his word with this selection. Proctor will likely slide into one of the guard spot and could be a potential replacement for Austin Jackson down the line. The Dolphins then traded up from #30 to #27 with the Houston Texans to select San Diego State CB Chris Johnson. A theme has quickly emerged as the Dolphins went two prospect who are described as physical, something this team has lacked the past couple of season. Johnson is not afraid to tackle and he has the ball skills to make some plays. You can check out that story here, and the rest of the day’s round-up below. The Miami Dolphins selected Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor 12th overall, then traded up to pick San Diego State cornerback Chris Johnson at No. 27 on Thursday night in the NFL draft as they begin their rebuild under new coach Jeff Hafley and general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan.

Q&A

Who did the Miami Dolphins draft in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft?

The Miami Dolphins drafted Kadyn Proctor as the 12th pick and Chris Johnson as the 27th pick.

What trades did the Dolphins make during the 2026 NFL Draft?

The Dolphins traded down one spot with the Dallas Cowboys and then traded up from 30 to 27 with the Houston Texans.

What positions did Kadyn Proctor and Chris Johnson play in college?

Kadyn Proctor played offensive tackle at Alabama, while Chris Johnson was a cornerback at San Diego State.

How does Kadyn Proctor fit into the Dolphins' strategy?

Kadyn Proctor is expected to bolster the offensive line and could potentially replace Austin Jackson in the future.

Dolphins select Kadyn Proctor, Chris Johnson in round 1 – The Splash Zone 4/24/26

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