The Miami Dolphins are leaving no stone unturned in their pursuit of secondary help. On Wednesday, the final day NFL teams could host draft prospects at their facilities, the Dolphins brought in Oklahoma State cornerback Korie Black to their Miami Gardens headquarters. 6-foot tall from Waco, Texas, Black is a guy who has gotten scouts’ attention with his size, speed, and production on the field.
Black’s resume is impressive. Last season, he had 3 interceptions, and opposing QBs had a 77.2 passer rating when targeting his coverage. According to Pro Football Focus, Black allowed 16 receptions in 2023, 3rd best among all FBS cornerbacks with 350+ coverage snaps. Over 5 seasons with the Cowboys, he had 100 tackles, 4 interceptions, 21 passes defended, and 4 forced fumbles in 61 games. His 4.35 40-yard dash at the pro day was big too—one of only 2 6-foot corners in this draft class to run that fast.
Why Korie Black Could Be a Sleeper Pick for the Dolphins?
The 33rd Team, a football analytics outlet, called Korie a sleeper pick for the Dolphins. Big, fast, happy, and experienced, they wrote. Not invited to the NFL Combine, Korie is a sleeper pick for the Dolphins. He’s a personal favourite of mine. He’s a battle tested corner who excels in man coverage and can contribute right away as a rookie and still has room to grow.
In 2024, Korie led the Big 12 with 12 total pass breakups and interceptions. He was asked to cover elite receivers without help at Oklahoma State. At 22 years old, Korie has a rare combination of experience (over 2,300 snaps) and upside.
Many analysts have Korie going on early Day 3 – maybe the 4th round – but his value could make him a steal for teams who take a chance. For the Dolphins, whose corner depth is a concern, Korie is a low risk high reward pick.
Dolphins’ Cornerback Depth in Question Amid Jalen Ramsey Trade Talks
The Dolphins are interested in young cornerbacks like Korie Black as they continue to discuss trading Jalen Ramsey. If Ramsey leaves, Miami will be severely lacking in experience in the secondary. No Dolphins cornerback on the roster has more than three years in the league, with Kader Kohou entering his fourth year.
GM Chris Grier addressed the situation recently. “Kader Kohou will have to step up for us, and I’m very confident he will,” Grier said. “When he’s healthy, he’s a competitive tough player. But it’s not just him – it’s Cam Smith, Storm Duck, and others who need to elevate their game.”
Grier mentioned Cam Smith, “He’s got to stay healthy and be on the field. He’s shown flashes, but this is a big year for him.” The message is clear: the Dolphins need internal growth and external help in the secondary.
Chris Grier on Tyreek Hill: Trust the Leadership Despite Off-Field Issues
With questions about leadership in the locker room, Chris Grier addressed the concerns about Tyreek Hill. Hill has been under scrutiny for off-field incidents the past two years and was recently involved in another incident with law enforcement at his Sunny Isles condo. But no charges were filed.
When asked if the organization still views Hill as a captain and leader, Grier said yes. “I would say because we’re around him when he’s in the building and see how he works and interacts with his teammates,” Grier said. “They voted him captain, which says a lot about how they view him.”
Grier separated personal life from on-field performance. “People deal with stuff in their personal life and I leave that to them to handle until it gets to a point where we have to talk about it,” he said. “All I can do is judge him for when he’s here and what he does on the field. And so far, we’ve seen nothing but commitment and leadership.”
Hill’s wife, Keeta Vaccaro, filed for divorce last week, adding another layer to his off-field story. But Grier still trusts him.
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