As the Miami Dolphins embark on another offseason, the specter of last year’s quarterback debacle looms large in the minds of fans and management alike. Remember 2024, when the team’s fortunes took a nosedive as Tua Tagovailoa went down, leaving the Dolphins floundering with a lack of experienced signal-callers?

The franchise is determined not to repeat that unpleasant chapter. The question on everyone’s lips: Have they done enough to rectify this precarious situation?

For now, the Dolphins’ quarterback room consists of Tua Tagovailoa and former Jets first-rounder, Zach Wilson. Wilson’s NFL journey has been rocky at best, marked by inconsistency and a lack of playing time.

After a season riding the bench behind Bo Nix in Denver, Wilson’s return to starter talks comes with a $10 million price tag—a gamble that raises eyebrows more than confidence levels. Was Zach Wilson’s tumultuous time with the Jets a case of being let down by coaching, or are his struggles indicative of his overall potential?

Denver seemed to make its choice when they favored the rookie, Nix, who promptly led them into the playoffs.

The Dolphins’ leadership is on a mission to uncover the mysterious case of Zach Wilson’s potential, or lack thereof, this coming season. But one thing is clear: Wilson’s presence alone isn’t the magical salve for Miami’s quarterback woes. Enter the 2025 NFL Draft—a beacon of hope for solidifying the depth chart in Miami.

While Wilson’s arrival doesn’t fully shore up the position, it’s likely that the Dolphins will make a savvy move on draft day, scouring the pool for a fresh face, probably in the later rounds. The market is teeming with talent, although Miami’s best bets might have to wait until day three.

Early round stars like Jalen Milroe, Will Howard, and Jaxson Dart might already be off the board when Miami starts looking for their next quarterback investment. However, names like Riley Leonard, Kyle McCord, and Dillon Gabriel are popping up on radar screens, tempting Miami to make their move, even though concrete links have yet to solidify.

General Manager Chris Grier faces a clear mandate: by using one of his ten picks on a new quarterback prospect, he positions Miami for long-term stability. The Dolphins find themselves in need of at least two additional quarterbacks to navigate the crucible of offseason training camps.

While one passer can be drafted, another could emerge from the ranks of undrafted rookies. With current NFL roster rules providing flexibility in handling quarterbacks, Miami’s strategy likely includes keeping a third quarterback throughout the season—somewhere just over the horizon.

The reality is unavoidable. If the Dolphins are to steer clear of a repeat quarterback crisis and sail confidently into the future, the draft is the navigation tool Grier must wield. How he charts the course could shape Miami’s destiny for seasons to come.