Miami Dolphins Add Hybrid Defenders in Fourth-Round NFL Draft The Miami Dolphins made strategic additions to their defensive roster during the NFL Draft’s third day, securing two hybrid players in the fourth round. The selections, which included pass rusher Trey Moore from Texas and linebacker/safety Kyle Louis from Pittsburgh, reflect the team’s ongoing efforts to rebuild and diversify their defense under new head coach Jeff Hafley. The picks, positioned within eight slots of each other, highlight the Dolphins’ focus on versatility and competition in a unit undergoing significant transformation. Trey Moore, the first of the two selections, is being viewed as a potential solution to the Dolphins’ need for edge rushers. A 46-game starter at Texas, Moore’s profile is described as a skilled but undersized pass rusher with limited NFL length. Analysts note his ability to compensate for his lack of size with a deep repertoire of pass-rush moves. NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein highlighted Moore’s “robust set of approaches” and “instinctive rusher” traits, though cautioned about his pursuit speed and coverage ability in the NFL. Zierlein suggested Moore could thrive in Hafley’s hybrid defensive schemes, which emphasize flexibility in player positioning. Ayrton Ostly of USA Today echoed similar sentiments, acknowledging Moore’s experience and production but noting his limitations as an edge defender. Ostly suggested Moore might be better suited for off-ball roles, though his unproven performance in such positions remains a concern. Despite these reservations, analysts believe Moore’s versatility and competitiveness could make him a valuable asset for the Dolphins.#miami_dolphins #jeff_hafley #pittsburgh #kyle_louis #trey_moore
10 Players to Watch on Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft The Cleveland Browns entered the final day of the 2026 NFL Draft with five total picks in the last four rounds, including four in the fifth round at Nos. 146, 148, 149, and 152, and one in the seventh round at No. 248. The team had made three trades on the second night of the draft to adjust their draft position and secure additional capital. As Day 3 of the draft approached, analysts highlighted 10 players who could be key targets for the Browns in the final rounds. Cornerback Jermod McCoy of Tennessee stood out as a potential addition to the secondary. McCoy played two seasons at Oregon State (2023) and one at Tennessee (2024). At Oregon State, he recorded 31 tackles, 0.5 tackles for loss, two interceptions, seven passes defensed, and one fumble recovery. At Tennessee, he totaled 44 tackles, 0.5 tackles for loss, four interceptions, and nine passes defensed. He tore his ACL in January 2025, missing the entire 2025 season. Defensive end Dani Dennis-Sutton of Penn State was another top target. The four-year starter appeared in 55 games, recording 127 tackles, 34.5 tackles for loss, 23.5 sacks, two interceptions, eight passes defensed, two fumble recoveries, and seven forced fumbles. In 2025, he generated 45 total pressures as a pass rusher, according to PFF. Cornerback Keith Abney II from Arizona State also drew attention. Over three seasons, Abney recorded 98 tackles, one tackle for loss, one sack, six interceptions, 21 passes defensed, two forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery. In 2025, he broke up nine passes in coverage while allowing 32 receptions in coverage, according to PFF. Linebacker Kyle Louis of Pitt was highlighted for his versatility. The four-year starter appeared in 37 career games, totaling 201 tackles, 25.#cleveland_browns #jermod_mccoy #dani_dennissutton #keith_abney_ii #kyle_louis
