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Dolphins Land ‘Uncoverable’ Jaylen Waddle Replacement in Mel Kiper Mock Draft

Dolphins Land ‘Uncoverable’ Jaylen Waddle Replacement in Mel Kiper Mock Draft

Summary

The Miami Dolphins traded their wide receiver Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos for future draft picks. This leaves the Dolphins searching for a new wide receiver to replace Waddle.

Key Facts

  • The Miami Dolphins traded Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos.
  • In exchange, the Dolphins received the 30th overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, plus third- and fourth-round picks.
  • Jaylen Waddle joins Courtland Sutton on the Denver Broncos.
  • Malik Washington is now the top returning receiver for the Dolphins.
  • ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. suggests the Dolphins will use a first-round draft pick to find Waddle's replacement.
  • Kiper ranks Tyson as the No. 2 wide receiver in the 2026 draft class.
  • Tyson is considered strong near the goal line and good at catching contested passes.
  • Tyson had an injury last season but still performed well.

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