Austin Brown from Wisconsin Badgers Drafted by Miami Dolphins in Latest Mock Draft
Wisconsin safety selected in USA TODAY seven-round NFL Mock Draft
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In the latest seven-round NFL mock draft by USA Today, safety Austin Brown from the University of Wisconsin was selected as the 238th overall pick by the Miami Dolphins. This marks a challenging period for Wisconsin's football program, which has seen a decline in player development.
- 01Austin Brown was selected 238th overall by the Miami Dolphins in USA Today's mock draft.
- 02Wisconsin Badgers football program has struggled, with only one player drafted this year.
- 03Brown recorded 129 total tackles during his college career.
- 04He had a standout season in 2024 with 51 total tackles, including career highs in solo and assisted tackles.
- 05The Dolphins recently hired former Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley.
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In USA Today's latest seven-round NFL mock draft, safety Austin Brown from the University of Wisconsin was picked 238th overall by the Miami Dolphins. This selection highlights a tough period for the Wisconsin Badgers football program, which has struggled to develop talent in recent years, managing only one player drafted out of 257 picks. Brown, who stands 6-foot-1 and weighs 213 pounds, had a notable collegiate career, amassing 129 total tackles. In his final season in 2024, he achieved a career-high of 51 total tackles, with 30 solo and 21 assisted tackles, along with eight pass deflections, two sacks, and a forced fumble. The Dolphins' new head coach, Jeff Hafley, previously served as the defensive coordinator for the Green Bay Packers and could provide a significant boost to Brown's professional career.
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Austin Brown's selection could inspire future recruits to consider Wisconsin, potentially improving the program's talent development.
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