Meet Jacob Rodriguez, the Dolphins' new LB with the No. 43 pick in NFL Draft
Miami's new linebacker is a very fun player for Jeff Hafley's defense.
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The Miami Dolphins came into the NFL Draft with plenty of needs on both sides of the ball. And after drafting Kadyn Proctor and Chris Johnson in Round 1, the Dolphins took a new defensive standout in Round 2. According to Connor Hughes of SNY , the Dolphins are drafting Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez with the No.
43 overall pick. With Proctor and Johnson well known at this point, who is Rodriguez, the new Miami LB for Jeff Hafley's defense? 2026 NFL DRAFT HQ: Live tracker | Pick-by-pick grades | Best players still available Meet Jacob Rodriguez, new Dolphins LB Rodriguez is a great playmaker on the defensive side of the ball.
While linebackers typically don't get the same love as cornerbacks and edge rushers, it's a very important position, especially with someone as good as Rodriguez. The Texas Tech Red Raiders linebacker is a great starter for the Dolphins' defense. He had 128 tackles last season, and also had one sack, but a ridiculous seven forced fumbles and four interceptions.