When the Miami Dolphins drafted Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft, it seemed like a pure value pick given the needs on the roster. According to Dolphins writer Travis Wingfield, Rodriguez flashed the elite playmaking ability that so few linebackers possess. "Jacob Rodriguez got his hands on two passes," Wingfield said on X. Jacob Rodriguez immediately flashed his playmaking ability in his first Miami Dolphins training camp practiceRodriguez made a name for himself at Texas Tech due to his incredible ability to make plays on the football. He also had six passes defensed, showing his ability to break on passes and prevent receptions in his area.