In a recent mock draft published by NFL Network analyst Peter Schrager, the Miami Dolphins made a surprising move by trading out of their 21st overall pick. In the mock deal with the Detroit Lions, the Dolphins acquired Penn State edge rusher Chop Robinson with the 29th pick.

The Dolphins' decision to trade back was motivated by a desire to replenish their selections in the third and fourth rounds, where they currently have no picks. By trading down, Miami received a valuable third-round pick, the 73rd overall selection.

However, this trade off came with potential repercussions, as the Dolphins passed on the opportunity to secure a top-tier player. With the 21st pick, the Florida State edge rusher Jared Verse was available, alongside other notable talents such as Washington offensive lineman Troy Fautanu, UCLA edge rusher Laiatu Latu, and Duke offensive lineman Graham Barton.

Schrager's mock draft also featured five trades, highlighting the active nature of this year's draft. Furthermore, quarterbacks and wide receivers proved to be in high demand, with six quarterbacks and seven wide receivers taken in the first round, according to Schrager's projections.

On the other hand, Daniel Jeremiah, another NFL Network analyst, released his own final mock draft the previous night, predicting that the Dolphins would select Illinois defensive tackle Jer'Zhan Newton.

The highly anticipated NFL draft is set to kick off tonight in Detroit, Michigan, at 8 p.m. ET. The Dolphins are expected to make their selection somewhere between 10:30-10:45 p.m., as their trade move has shifted their initial pick from the 21st to the 29th position.

As football enthusiasts eagerly await the start of the draft, all eyes will be on the Miami Dolphins' strategy and the players they ultimately choose to bolster their roster.