Dolphins instant draft grades: Will Kacmarek picked in third round
The Miami Dolphins selected Will Kacmarek in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Here's why Joe Schad gives the pick a C+.
MIAMI GARDENS — The Miami Dolphins selected tight end Will Kacmarek of Ohio State with the 87th overall pick, in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Kacmarek, 6-foot-6, 261 pounds is a strong blocker. The Dolphins are adding tall and strong people early in this draft.
This player should fill a role that Julian Hill had last season. Kacmarek was the 12th-ranked tight end in the draft and the seventh-best available at the time of the pick. The Dolphins are clearly committed to running the ball in 2026.
Here is our instant grade on the Dolphins picking tight end Will Kacmarek: Dolphins' draft grade for TE Will Kacmarek: C+ You wouldn't ideally select a blocking tight end in the third round, but the Dolphins do have 13 picks and they are committed to running the ball in 2026. General manager Jon-Eric Sullivan is really committed to helping the Dolphins shed a soft reputation on both sides of the ball and Kacmarek fits the bill. Kacmarek grew up playing football, basketball and lacrosse.
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