The Miami Dolphins made a surprising selection in the first round of the NFL Draft, choosing Michigan defensive tackle Kenneth Grant with the 13th overall pick. This choice comes amid a need for defensive line reinforcements as the team recently traded Jalen Ramsey and faced losses in free agency, including veterans Calais Campbell and Da’Shawn Hand.

Grant, standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing 331 pounds, is recognized for his ability to occupy space and stuff run lanes, as well as his surprisingly agile moves for his size, which add firepower to Miami's pass rush. General manager Chris Grier expressed excitement over landing Grant, emphasizing that he was among the targeted players for this pick. With the uncertainty surrounding other cornerback options, the Dolphins aimed to solidify their defensive strength with Grant, while still eyeing potential secondary help in later rounds.