The Miami Dolphins are in the middle of a rebuild, but that doesn’t mean they want to go into the season without a certified weapon. The 2026 NFL Draft presents the team with the chance to get one of the most exciting wideouts in this class, and that’s why it is hosting Makai Lemon.
The USC product would instantly become the best wideout on the Dolphins roster. After all, they released Tyreek Hill and traded Jaylen Waddle. Also, they are not close on De’Von Achane’s contract extension.
Hence, Lemon would be a sign of hope for the Dolphins offense. He would also make newly-signed Malik Willis’ life easier. The quarterback would factually have a top-tier receiver to throw to.
Makai Lemon is the second-highest rated WR in the NFL Draft
Makai Lemon’s stock rose through the ranks thanks to his 79 catches for 1,156 yards and 11 touchdowns during his last collegiate season. He was the 2025 Biletnikoff Award winner, given to the most outstanding receiver in NCAA Division I.
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Lemon is just below Ohio State’s Carnell Tate on draft projections. This is because he runs A-grade routes, has good hands and football IQ, and big athleticism. Hence, he is a versatile wideout that could provide plenty of solutions for Miami.
Dolphins updated WR depth chart
Right now, the wide receiver room is not precisely stacked with elite talent. Tutu Atwell and Jalen Tolbert look like the first two options. Then, the order falls to Malik Washington as a slot receiver.
Then, you have depth pieces like Tahj Washington, Theo Wease Jr., AJ Henning, and Terrace Marshall. None of the seven wideouts are great options. In fact, Tolbert and Atwell have never been more than WR3 in their careers.
