Dolphins add Ollie Gordon to backfield

The Miami Dolphins selected Oklahoma State running back Ollie Gordon in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, No. 179 overall.

Pre-draft profile

Gordon's bound to be a polarizing prospect after his production fell drastically following a breakout season. However, as we know, there's only so much a running back can do to overcome the situation around him, and Oklahoma State's offense did Gordon no favors in 2024. Anyone evaluating him on last season alone runs the risk of missing out on an interesting player. Gordon's a big back who never shies away from contact, he generally makes good decisions as the play develops, and is more nimble than expected given his size and physical play style. He's also capable of playing all three downs and contributing as a receiver, and he can hold his own in pass protection. Fit will be important - Gordon needs a downhill run game to be at his best. But he absolutely can still become the back we thought he could be after a spectacular sophomore season.