Report: Miami Dolphins linked to under-the-radar WR prospect

With the Super Bowl in the rearview mirror, the NFL offseason has taken center stage in the football world, and the Miami Dolphins have some work to do.

They’re facing some pressure this offseason as they look to move on from what was a disappointing 2024 campaign. They can explore avenues like free agency, the draft and perhaps the trade market as they look to make improvements.

While the draft is a little over two months away, the time to do homework has already begun. The Dolphins have reportedly met with multiple draft prospects, and one of them appears to be wide receiver Carl Smith.

During his 2024 season at Robert Morris University, Smith caught 15 passes for 277 yards and two touchdowns. He also had one carry which went for 31 yards. It was his first and only season at Robert Morris. He previously spent time at Virginia Tech and Lafayette College.

He turned some heads at the FCS Bowl and Tropicana Bowl to elevate his draft stock. While Smith is a smaller receiver, there’s a lot to like about his game, including his IQ, route running and playmaking ability.

He could go undrafted, possibly opening the door for a variety of teams to pursue him as a free agent. The fact that the Dolphins met with him may signal that he’s on their radar.

Miami has lots of talent at the wide receiver position, headlined by stars Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, but it never hurts to add more, especially if there’s an opportunity to do so without even using a draft pick.

The Dolphins went 8-9 last season and failed to make the playoffs for the first time under head coach Mike McDaniel. Hopefully, the disappointing campaign will serve as a wake-up call to remind the team that reaching the postseason isn’t a given.

Smith could be a name to watch leading up to this year’s draft (and perhaps after the draft if he becomes a UDFA candidate). If he gets a shot with the Dolphins, he’ll look to repay them by making an impact in the NFL.