The 2026 NFL Draft is barely a week in the rearview mirror, but Miami Dolphins fans have already made their allegiances crystal clear. While the team's 13-member rookie class, handpicked by general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley, drew its share of criticism from analysts, the fan base is voting with their wallets—and their jersey purchases.
According to FOX Sports, two Dolphins rookies have stormed into the top 10 of highest-selling rookie jerseys just seven days after the draft. Cornerback Chris Johnson, Miami's first-round selection, and linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, their second-round pick, are flying off the virtual shelves. This early surge is a powerful indicator of the excitement surrounding these two defensive playmakers, who are expected to be cornerstones of the franchise's future.
Johnson and Rodriguez join an elite list that includes Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs, Cowboys defensive end Malachi Lawrence, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Drew Allar, Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza, Arizona Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love, New England Patriots offensive tackle Caleb Lomu, Chicago Bears safety Dillon Thieneman, and New York Jets defensive end David Bailey.
Interestingly, neither Johnson nor Rodriguez has had their official jersey numbers announced by the team yet. That means the current sales figures are coming from fans who are so eager to show their support that they're buying jerseys sight unseen—a testament to the raw excitement and trust in this new draft class. Once the numbers are revealed, expect another wave of purchases from the rest of the fan base.
For now, it's clear that South Florida is ready to rally behind its new defensive stars, turning the draft buzz into a full-blown retail frenzy.
