Turmoil in the QB Room

The Miami Dolphins face critical decisions at football's most important position as they approach the NFLDraft-0.html target=_blank class=infotextkey>2025 NFL Draft. While Tua Tagovailoa remains the undisputed starter, backup Zach Wilson's shaky performance has front office executives weighing their options carefully.

Zach Wilson's Rocky NFL Path

Since entering the league as the 2021 draft's second overall pick, Wilson's career has been marked by unfulfilled potential. His current $6 million prove-it deal with Miami follows disappointing stints with the Jets and Broncos. Despite showing flashes of brilliance - like his 52-yard preseason TD scramble for Denver - Wilson's 56.4% career completion rate and negative TD-to-INT ratio (23:25) tell the story of a quarterback struggling to find consistency.

Draft Strategy Takes Center Stage

With 11 draft picks including the 13th overall selection, Miami's front office has multiple paths to address their QB depth:

• Day 1 Trade-Up: Package picks to target elite prospects like Miami's Cam Ward
• Mid-Round Value: Consider developmental QBs such as Notre Dame's Riley Leonard
• Double-Dip Approach: Combine veteran insurance with rookie potential

The Tua Factor

Tagovailoa's $212 million contract keeps him firmly in the driver's seat, but concerns persist about his durability. The left-handed star's 2024 season mirrored his career pattern - league-leading 72.9% completion rate when healthy, but 6 missed games due to injuries. Team executives have publicly urged their franchise QB to adopt safer playing habits.

Ripple Effects Across the Roster

Miami's draft decisions will impact multiple position groups:

• offensive line: Must improve protection for injury-prone QBs
• Defensive Rebuild: Replace departed pass rushers like Emmanuel Ogbah
• Skill Positions: Add weapons to support any quarterback

Wilson's Last Chance?

The former BYU star faces a make-or-break preseason. While Coach Mike McDaniel's creative system could theoretically maximize Wilson's mobility and arm strength, the Dolphins appear more likely to draft competition than bank on a redemption story. Wilson's non-guaranteed contract offers Miami flexibility if they choose to move on.

Draft Night Implications

April's selections could reshape Miami's quarterback landscape for years. Whether they gamble on high-ceiling prospects like Colorado's Shedeur Sanders or opt for safer picks, the Dolphins' decisions will reveal their true confidence in both Tagovailoa's longevity and Wilson's potential.