What are the Miami Dolphins’ three biggest defensive needs in 2021?

What are the Miami Dolphins’ three biggest defensive needs in 2021?

Sep 24, 2020; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel (43) tackles Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Gardner Minshew (15) during the second half at TIAA Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Designated Pass Rusher

The Dolphins had no problem dialing up blitz pressures. But if the team is going to contend with the Buffalo Bills in the AFC, they’re going to need to secure a pass rusher who can consistently win one on ones against opposing blockers to allow the team to heat up the opposition without bringing extra bodies. The likes of Emmanuel Ogbah, Kyle Van Noy, Jerome Baker, Andrew Van Ginkel and others all did well to win as rushers by committee — but a starring pass rusher gives the Dolphins more flexibility to rush four and still know they’ll make opposing passers uncomfortable from the pocket.