2020 NFL Draft: Grading each Miami Dolphins draft selection
39. player. 59. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis. Louisiana. Robert Hunt. Offensive Line
The Miami Dolphins continued to make a commitment to improving the offensive line in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft, selecting Louisiana lineman Robert Hunt with their first of two second-round picks. Hunt played right tackle for the majority of his time with the Ragin Cajuns, but it’s likely he kicks inside down in Miami.
Hunt is all power at the point of attack and rolls his hips through contact to drive defenders off the spot. He has underrated footwork and can pull if needed. Hunt also survives the initial stride from rushers well and can reach block in the run game. His power will be maximized inside.
Grade: B+
Raekwon Davis. player. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis. Alabama. 56. 59. Defensive Line
This pick was a little bit of a head-scratcher, but upon further review, it makes sense here. Dolphins coach Brian Flores wants good length, potential, and versatility with his defensive linemen. Raekwon Davis really never lived up to the potential for Alabama as a pass rusher after eight sacks his sophomore year, but he will be an elite run defender next to Christian Wilkins.
Is it still a reach? This early in the draft, yes. But, Flores has a clear vision for Davis to two-gap, eat up space, and take on double teams to free up others on the line.
Grade: B-
Scouting Report. player. 59. Pick Analysis. Safety. Texas. Brandon Jones. 70
This pick was by far the most interesting. The Dolphins missed out on the top safeties in the 2020 NFL Draft, but not for a lack of opportunity. At this point in the third round, this was a definite reach. Brandon Jones was used in a lot of spots for the Texas Longhorns, but it’s tough to see him anywhere but near the line of scrimmage.
He lacks the elite read and react skills in coverage, but has good closing speed and tackling ability coming downhill. Jones will play either slot or in the box for the Dolphins, and with other versatile options on the board, selecting Jones was an odd move.
Grade: C-