Miami Dolphins Draft Michigan’s ‘Absolute Unit’ Kenneth Grant In First Round

The Miami Dolphins have bolstered their defensive line with the selection of Michigan defensive tackle Kenneth Grant with the 13th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, as showcased in the team’s latest social media post.

“He’s like that 😮‍💨,” the Dolphins captioned their Instagram post, highlighting Grant’s impressive presence as the NFL Draft continues to unfold on NFL Network, ABC, and ESPN.

The video clip shared by the Dolphins shows Grant’s imposing physical stature that has earned him the description of being an “absolute unit” in NFL circles. The massive defensive tackle brings significant power to Miami’s defensive trenches after a standout collegiate career with the Michigan Wolverines.

Grant becomes the third Michigan player selected in the first round of this draft, representing the 2024 College Football Playoff National Champions. His selection reflects Miami’s commitment to strengthening their defensive front, an effort that began earlier in the offseason.

The Dolphins’ social media has been buzzing with excitement over their new addition, with multiple posts celebrating Grant’s arrival. In one post, the team simply stated, “Adding power in the trenches 💥” – a clear indication of what they expect Grant to bring to their defensive line.

Another post from the team exclaimed, “An absolute UNIT. 😤” while showing footage of Grant’s impressive physical presence. His combination of size and surprising athleticism for his frame made him a coveted prospect in this year’s draft class.

The Big Ten Conference also acknowledged Grant’s selection, noting he is “an athletic DT 💯” – highlighting that despite his mammoth size, Grant possesses the movement skills necessary to be disruptive at the professional level.

Grant’s journey to Miami comes after being a key contributor to Michigan’s national championship team. The Dolphins made their excitement clear with an enthusiastic post reading “ICYMI: @thatt_boy.k is a Miami Dolphin 🐬” shortly after making the selection.

The College Football Playoff official account provided additional context: “Michigan DL and 2024 College Football Playoff National Champion Kenneth Grant was selected 13th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft by the Miami Dolphins!”

Grant will now transition from wearing the maize and blue to donning the aqua and orange of Miami. The Dolphins celebrated this transition with a post captioned “Name in lights ✨” showing Grant’s name displayed prominently as their first-round selection.

Based on his collegiate performance at Michigan, Grant has demonstrated the ability to be a disruptive force in the interior of the defensive line. His primary strength lies in his ability to occupy multiple blockers, creating opportunities for teammates while also collapsing the pocket from the inside.

The Dolphins’ defensive strategy will likely utilize Grant’s massive frame to improve their run defense while also hoping his developing pass-rush skills continue to progress at the professional level.

The Miami Dolphins, established in 1966, have been looking to strengthen their defensive unit after mixed results in recent seasons. The selection of Grant represents a commitment to building through the trenches and establishing a stronger foundation for their defense.

Miami’s front office, led by general manager Chris Grier, has focused on adding young talent through the draft while complementing the roster with strategic free agent signings. Grant joins a Dolphins team that has been working to build around quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and head coach Mike McDaniel’s offensive system.

With Grant now in the fold, the Dolphins will look to continue adding talent throughout the remaining rounds of the draft to complete their roster for the upcoming NFL season.

Miami’s social media team captured the excitement of the moment with a post reading “We got Kenny G. on line 1 📞” – referencing Grant’s nickname while highlighting the communication between the team and their new draft pick during the selection process.

The Dolphins finished their draft night celebration of Grant with a simple but effective message to fans: “good night 😌🐬” – signaling their satisfaction with securing their target in the first round.

As the NFL Draft continues, the Dolphins will now turn their attention to their remaining picks as they look to build a competitive roster for the 2025 NFL season.

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