The Miami Dolphins made strategic moves during the NFL draft to bolster their defensive line, selecting defensive tackle Jordan Phillips from Maryland with the 143rd overall pick. Standing at 6'3" and weighing 305 pounds, Phillips joins Kenneth Grant as the second Big Ten defensive tackle on the Dolphins' roster.

Phillips's path to the NFL began at Tennessee, where he was a three-star recruit before transferring to Maryland to solidify his skills. Over his final two seasons with the Terps, he started 23 games, accumulating 57 tackles and 2.5 sacks, showcasing his potential to contribute immediately in the NFL.