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Dolphins Choose Raekwon McMillan in NFL Draft

McMillan is a defensive linebacker from The Ohio State University.

PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Miami Dolphins chose defensive linebacker Raekwon McMillan of The Ohio State University as the team's second pick in the NFL draft on Friday. The Dolphins had the 22nd pick in the second round. It was second day of the draft.

McMillan brings another dimension and greater versatility to the defense ahead of the 2017 season. The announcement of his selection came shortly before 9 p.m. (Sign up for our free Daily Newsletters and Breaking News Alerts for the Miami Patch.)

The Dolphins will also have the 33rd pick in Round 3 on Friday and the 22nd, 35th and 41st picks in Round 5 on Saturday.

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