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Top 5 NFL Draft QBs for Miami Dolphins to target in Rounds 3-5
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Miami Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan has signed Malik Willis as the starting quarterback and is considering drafting another QB in Rounds 3-5 of the upcoming NFL Draft. Sullivan emphasized the importance of long-term planning for the team's future.
Miami Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan has signed Malik Willis as the team's starting quarterback. And Quinn Ewers is, at minimum, a promising young backup.
But as the Dolphins approach the NFL Draft on Thursday April 23 to Saturday April 25, Sullivan is not excluding the possibility of drafting another quarterback.
"Less likely? I wouldn't say that," Sulivan said at the recent NFL annual meetings. "I think if it fell a certain way, I'm gonna do what I think is best for the Dolphins. I'm not saying the whole world would understand it, but sometimes you gotta do things to secure the long -term vision and health of an organization that maybe don't make sense to everybody else."
That's what happened when the Packers selected Aaron Rodgers, despite the presence of Brett Favre.
That's what happened when the Packers selected Jordan Love, despite the presence of Aaron Rodgers.
And yes, for the millionth time, Sullivan comes to Miami from Green Bay.
"Malik is our guy," Sullivan said. "Very happy with Quinn. I think Quinn will tell you he ain't going quietly. You know what I mean? I've had my own conversations with him. It's gonna be a healthy room. I think there'll be a very good mutual respect. They're both pros pros. There's gonna be a lot of really good competition in that room. I don't feel the pressure now that I did a month ago, if that makes sense. Six weeks ago, whatever it was. But you'd never say never."
You never say never when it comes to quarterback.
That said, it would seem more likely Miami would use one of its six picks in rounds 3, 4 or 5 to take a flier on a rookie quarterback, than one of their three picks in Rounds 1 or 2.
Here's a look at five potential Dolphins QB picks in Round 3-5 (or, maybe round 6)
Top 5 NFL Draft quarterbacks in Rounds 3-5
Drew Allar, Penn State
6-foot-5, 228 pounds
Strengths: Prototypical size, rocket arm, decent movement.
Weaknesses: Inconsistent, lacked poise under pressure.
Fit: Allar is a wild card. The film isn't great, but the upside might be.
Drew Allar (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
Carson Beck, Miami
6-foot-5, 233 pounds
Strengths: Big-game experience, compact release, some mobility.
Weaknesses: Arm talent, deep ball, can get rattled under pressure.
Fit: Would be an intriguing backup battle with Ewers.
Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami quarterback Carson Beck (QB04) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Taylen Green, Arkansas
6-foot-6, 227 pounds
Strengths: 99/100 athleticism, arm strength/velocity.
Weaknesses: Raw, unpolished, needs development.
Fit: Intriguing developmental prospect; worked with Miami QB coach at Boise State.
Jan 29, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; American quarterback Taylen Green (10) of Arkansas warms up during American Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
Garrett Nussmeier, LSU
6-foot-2, 203 pounds
Strengths: Strong arm, son of an accomplished coach, decent mobility.
Weaknesses: Size, decision-making.
Fit: Nussmeier did not reach expectations but may have talent worthy of a dart throw.
Cole Payton, North Dakota State
6-foot-3, 232 pounds
Strengths: Dual-threat lefty.
Weaknesses: Arm, mechanics, inexperienced.
Fit: Possible No. 3 QB, though Miami has former Bison Cam Miller for that potential role.
Jan 31, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; National quarterback Cole Payton (9) of North Dakota State runs the ball during the first half of the 2026 Senior Bowl at University of South Alabama, Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
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Q&A
Who is the starting quarterback for the Miami Dolphins in 2026?
Malik Willis has been signed as the starting quarterback for the Miami Dolphins in 2026.
What is Jon-Eric Sullivan's stance on drafting another quarterback?
Jon-Eric Sullivan has not ruled out the possibility of drafting another quarterback, stating he will do what is best for the Dolphins' long-term vision.
When is the NFL Draft taking place in 2026?
The NFL Draft is scheduled to take place from April 23 to April 25, 2026.
What examples did Sullivan give regarding drafting quarterbacks despite having established players?
Sullivan referenced the Packers' selections of Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love while having Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers, respectively, as examples of drafting for the future.
