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Miami Dolphins' 2018 draft: Analysis for every selection

Breaking down the Miami Dolphins' 2018 draft class.

Round 1, No. 11 overall: Minkah Fitzpatrick, DB, Alabama

My take: The Dolphins needed help all over their defense, whether it was at linebacker or safety, and Fitzpatrick was one of the top back-end playmakers available. He can play safety or cornerback, an important flexibility given the presence of Reshad Jones and T.J. McDonald on the roster. Tight ends crushed the Dolphins' defense last season, catching a league-high 94 passes against them in 16 games. Opposing quarterbacks completed 70 percent of the passes on which they targeted tight ends.