Dolphins Host Top Cornerback Prospect Mansoor Delane for Pre-Draft Visit

Miami brings in LSU's All-American cornerback as they look to bolster their secondary ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:28pm

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The Miami Dolphins have invited LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane, one of the top prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft, to their facility for a pre-draft Top 30 visit. Delane, who impressed with a 4.38 40-yard dash at his pro day, is seen as a potential target for the Dolphins with one of their two first-round picks as they look to rebuild their secondary.

Why it matters

The Dolphins have major holes to fill in their defensive backfield, and adding a lockdown cornerback like Delane could be a game-changer for their defense. Miami has the No. 11 and No. 30 overall picks in the draft, giving them flexibility to target Delane or another top prospect to immediately upgrade their roster.

The details

Delane had a standout 2025 season at LSU, earning All-American honors after recording 45 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 11 pass breakups. The Dolphins' current depth chart at cornerback is uninspiring, with Darrell Baker Jr., Alex Austin, and Jason Marshall Jr. leading the way. Bringing in Delane could give them a true shutdown corner to build around in the secondary.

  • Delane is visiting the Dolphins on April 6-7 for a Top 30 pre-draft visit.
  • He will then visit the New York Giants on April 8-9.

The players

Mansoor Delane

An All-American cornerback from LSU who impressed with a 4.38 40-yard dash at his pro day and is considered one of the top cornerback prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Darrell Baker Jr.

A cornerback on the Dolphins' current depth chart.

Alex Austin

A cornerback on the Dolphins' current depth chart.

Jason Marshall Jr.

A cornerback on the Dolphins' current depth chart.

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What they’re saying

“LSU CB Mansoor Delane, who impressed with a 4.38 40-yard-dash during his Pro Day, is visiting the Dolphins on a Top 30 tonight and tomorrow and then the Giants on Wednesday into Thursday.”

— Ian Rapoport, NFL Network Reporter

What’s next

The Dolphins will continue their evaluation of Delane and other top prospects ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, where they hold the No. 11 and No. 30 overall picks.

The takeaway

The Dolphins are clearly prioritizing upgrading their secondary in the draft, and Mansoor Delane is one of the top cornerback targets they are considering with their first-round picks. Adding a lockdown corner like Delane could be a game-changer for Miami's defense as they look to rebuild their roster.