Carson Beck, the former Hurricanes signal-caller, is floated by some as a potential Miami target in the mid-to-late rounds, with a projection that could place him around the fifth round. Keeping Beck in South Florida would give the organization a familiar developmental option behind Willis.
Other evaluators see Beck as a Day 2 prospect who could provide valuable competition for Willis if he lands with the Dolphins, giving the team additional depth at quarterback while addressing its long-term plan.
On the broader draft board, some pundits caution about pursuing Akheem Mesidor with a late first-round pick. Despite his pedigree and upside, there are concerns Mesidor may not align with the Dolphins’ rebuild timeline or immediate needs.
At No. 11, the discussion shifts to offensive weapons, with Makai Lemon from USC mentioned as a plausible target. Lemon is viewed by some evaluators as a top receiver in the class, capable of playing both in the slot and outside, and helping to furnish Willis with a versatile target.
Overall, Miami faces a strategic balance: developing a potential quarterback successor behind Willis while leveraging its 11 picks to strengthen the roster in other areas, including wide receiver and the supporting cast, as it eyes a gradual rebuild.
