Recapping day two of the Dolphins draft – The Splash Zone 4/25/26

TL;DR

The Miami Dolphins added four players during day two of the NFL Draft, including linebacker Jacob Rodriguez from Texas Tech and wide receivers Caleb Douglas and Chris Bell. They also selected tight end Will Kacmarek from Ohio State to enhance their roster.

Key points

Dolphins selected Jacob Rodriguez in the second round
Caleb Douglas and Chris Bell were picked as wide receivers
Will Kacmarek was chosen as a blocking tight end
Dolphins aimed to strengthen their roster with these selections

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MANHATTAN, KS - NOVEMBER 01: Texas Tech Red Raiders linebacker Jacob Rodriguez (10) holds the ball up high to celebrate a fumble recovery in the third quarter of a Big 12 football game between the Texas Tech Red Raiders and Kansas State Wildcats on November 1, 2025 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan, KS. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

The NFL Draft will come to an end today and we will get to see what this entire Miami Dolphins draft class looks like. Last night, the Dolphins added four new players to their roster. With their second round selection, the team selected Texas Tech LB Jacob Rodriguez. He is a tackling machine, has a knack for causing turnovers, and is a team leader. The last time the Dolphins selected a Texas Tech LB, it went pretty well for them and Zach Thomas. The third round saw the Dolphins bolster their wide receiver and tight end rooms. At wide receiver, the team selected Texas Tech WR Caleb Douglas and Louisville WR Chris Bell. Douglas is a big bodied receiver and that was sorely needed in this Dolphins receiver room. Bell may have been a if he hadn’t torn his ACL back in November. He is big and explosive and has the chance to develop into the Dolphins best receiver. The Dolphins were lacking at having a blocking tight end on the roster, but solved that dilemma with the selection of Ohio State TE Will Kacmarek. He won’t wow you with his receiving abilities, but he will impress with his run blocking ability. He’s a great addition for a Dolphins team looking to dominate in the run game. You can check out that story here, and the rest of the day’s round-up below. The Miami Dolphins selected wide receiver Chris Bell with their third of three third-round picks

Q&A

Who did the Miami Dolphins select in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft?

The Miami Dolphins selected linebacker Jacob Rodriguez from Texas Tech in the second round.

What positions did the Dolphins address on day two of the NFL Draft?

On day two, the Dolphins addressed the wide receiver and tight end positions, selecting Caleb Douglas, Chris Bell, and Will Kacmarek.

What are the strengths of the Dolphins' new wide receivers Caleb Douglas and Chris Bell?

Caleb Douglas is noted for his size and presence, while Chris Bell is recognized for his explosiveness and potential, despite recovering from an ACL injury.

How does tight end Will Kacmarek fit into the Dolphins' offensive strategy?

Will Kacmarek is expected to enhance the Dolphins' run game with his strong blocking abilities, even though he may not be a standout in receiving.