Dolphins add depth at QB with Brandon Doughty

The Miami Dolphins selected quarterback Brandon Doughty out of Western Kentucky 223rd overall in the seventh round of the 2016 NFL Draft.

Doughty was outstanding during his final year at Western Kentucky, completing 71.9 percent of his passes for 5,055 yards and 48 touchdowns against nine interceptions.

He'll likely compete against Logan Thomas and Zac Dysert for the team's third-string quarterback role.

Brandon Doughty Bio

Position: QB
School: Western Kentucky
College Experience: Redshirt Senior
Height: 6-3
Weight: 213 lbs.

Strengths

• Consistently attacks the middle of the field, throwing with anticipation.
• Accurate passer in short and intermediate areas.
• Displays strong field vision. Rarely makes ill-advised throws when given time.
• Showcases the ability to read coverages and use his eyes to manipulate the defense.

Weaknesses

• Has below-average arm strength, lacking the velocity to fit ball in tight windows.
• Limited athlete.
• Mechanics break down in the pocket when pressured. (NFL.com)
• Poor when facing pressure; can panic and his eyes will drop.

Combine Results