Shemar Stewart is a Miami native who is loaded with potential and has a strong chance at being the most physically impressive prospect on the board when the Dolphins are on the clock at No. 13 overall.
The former Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman has an outstanding first step and a powerful bull rush.
Stewart earned Third Team All-SEC honors in 2024 and finished his collegiate career with 65 total tackles including 12 for loss with 4.5 sacks and four passes defended. He also returned a fumble for a score in 2023.
Position: Edge/Defensive lineman
Projected round: 1st round
Height: 6’6
Weight: 290
Fit for Miami
The Dolphins drafted edge rusher Chop Robinson in the first round last year, but still have a lot of unknowns on the other side. Veteran linebacker Bradley Chubb was out all of last season due to a 2023 knee injury. It’s also unclear if Emmanuel Ogbah, who is set to hit free agency in March, will return to the Dolphins in 2025.
Miami will get Jaelan Phillips back after he suffered a season-ending injury for a second straight year, but depth is needed on the edge. Stewart’s flexibility for work along the defensive line could make him helpful in multiple facets.
Stewart can play the edge or be a factor on the interior of the line. At 6’6 with a long wing span, his explosiveness and bull rushing can make him a moveable piece within the front of Anthony Weaver’s defense.
Bottom line
Stewart’s athleticism and potential make him enticing, but his production raises concerns. The Aggies lineman recorded exactly 1.5 sacks in each of his three seasons in the college ranks.
While he showed great things at the 2025 Senior Bowl, taking Stewart at No. 13 overall would probably be a bit of a reach. A trade back in the first round could make Stewart a more palatable candidate for the Dolphins.