Dolphins select WR Malik Washington in 6th round

The Miami Dolphins selected Virginia wide receiver Malik Washington in the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft, 184th overall.

Washington enjoyed the best season of his college career in 2023, recording 1,426 yards and nine touchdowns on 110 catches. It was his only season above 1,000 yards.

The Virginia product is projected to be a slot receiver for the Dolphins.

Pre-draft profile

Washington is a fun prospect on tape, especially as a route-runner. His natural twitch gives him a good release off the line, while he separates quite easily. The cherry on top is his reliable hands, as he plays bigger than his 5-foot-8 frame. Washington is also a tough open-field runner who's like a pinball bouncing off defenders. The only pause is his late breakout, which came in his fifth year last season. He'll likely be a slot-only option at the next level, but teams can put the ball in his hands and let him do the rest.