Dolphins Execs Brockington and Winston Discuss Draft Strategies

Senior National Scout and Director of College Scouting provide insights ahead of NFL Draft

Apr. 15, 2026 at 1:36am

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The Miami Dolphins have released exclusive video interviews with two of their top scouting executives, Ron Brockington, the team's Senior National Scout, and Matt Winston, the Director of College Scouting. In the interviews, Brockington and Winston discuss the team's draft preparation process, their scouting philosophies, and the key factors they consider when evaluating prospects ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft.

Why it matters

As the Dolphins look to continue building a championship-caliber roster through the draft, the insights provided by Brockington and Winston offer a rare behind-the-scenes look at the team's scouting operations and decision-making process. These interviews give fans and media a better understanding of how the Dolphins identify and target top talent in the draft.

The details

In the 16-minute video, Brockington and Winston share their perspectives on a variety of draft-related topics. Brockington discusses the importance of thorough background checks on prospects, while Winston emphasizes the team's focus on finding players who are the right fit both on the field and in the locker room. The executives also touch on the challenges of evaluating players during the COVID-19 pandemic and the value they place on versatility and football IQ.

  • The interviews were recorded and released by the Miami Dolphins on April 15, 2026.

The players

Ron Brockington

The Miami Dolphins' Senior National Scout, responsible for overseeing the team's scouting efforts across the country.

Matt Winston

The Miami Dolphins' Director of College Scouting, leading the team's evaluation of draft-eligible players.

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What they’re saying

“When we're evaluating players, we're not just looking at their on-field production. We're digging deep into their background, their character, their work ethic, and how they'll fit into our locker room.”

— Ron Brockington, Senior National Scout

“Versatility is key. We want players who can contribute in multiple ways and fill different roles within our system. That's what gives us the best chance of finding long-term success in the draft.”

— Matt Winston, Director of College Scouting

What’s next

The Dolphins will continue their draft preparations in the coming weeks, with the 2026 NFL Draft scheduled to take place from April 24-26.

The takeaway

The insights provided by Brockington and Winston offer a glimpse into the Dolphins' thorough and strategic approach to the NFL Draft, as the team looks to build a roster capable of competing for a championship.