Dolphins trade fifth-round pick to Panthers

TL;DR

The Miami Dolphins traded their 151st pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to the Carolina Panthers, along with the 227th pick, in exchange for picks 158 and 200. This is the Dolphins' third trade during this year's draft as they continue to rebuild their team.

Key points

Miami Dolphins traded 151st and 227th picks to Carolina Panthers
Dolphins received picks 158 and 200 in the trade
This is the third trade made by the Dolphins during the draft
Miami's remaining picks are 158, 177, 180, 200, and 238
Dolphins are rebuilding under new head coach Jeff Hafley

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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 29: A detailed view of the Miami Dolphins logo at Hard Rock Stadium prior to a game between the Miami Dolphins and the New York Jets on September 29, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Miami Dolphins have traded the 151st pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to the Carolina Panthers. The trade also included the 227th pick going to Carolina while the Dolphins received picks 158 and 200. Following the trade, Miami’s remaining picks are 158, 177, 180, 200, and 238. Miami has already made picks with the 12th (Kadyn Proctor, tackle, Alabama), 27th (Chris Johnson, cornerback, San Diego State), 43rd (Jacob Rodriguez, linebacker, Texas Tech), 75th (Caleb Douglas, wide receiver, Texas Tech), 87th (Will Kacmarek, tight end, Ohio State), 94th (Chris Bell, wide receiver, Louisville), 130th (Trey Moore, Edge, Texas), and 138th (Kyle Louis, linebacker, Pittsburgh) picks. Miami continues to rebuild their team under new head coach Jeff Hafley and new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan. This marks the third trade they have made during this year’s draft, joining moves made with both first-round picks. The Dolphins will look to add depth to their roster when they are back on the clock with the 158th pick.

Q&A

What picks did the Miami Dolphins receive from the Carolina Panthers?

The Miami Dolphins received picks 158 and 200 from the Carolina Panthers in the trade.

How many trades have the Miami Dolphins made during the 2026 NFL Draft?

The Miami Dolphins have made three trades during the 2026 NFL Draft.

Who is the head coach of the Miami Dolphins?

The head coach of the Miami Dolphins is Jeff Hafley.