Get NFL prospect scouting reports and team breakdowns in SI’s draft tracker. One of the top players from the 2025 college football season heard his named called on Friday as the Dolphins selected Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez with the No. 43 pick. From starring for the Red Raiders as they went 11-1 to receiving shoutouts from Patrick Mahomes and finishing fifth in the Heisman Trophy voting , Rodriguez has had an incredible past 12 months that has now made him a second-round pick and the newest member of the Dolphins. As Rodriguez heads to Miami, here are three things to know about the newest star linebacker in South Beach. Rodriguez originally played quarterback  Born in Minnesota, Rodriguez dreamed of playing quarterback for the Vikings. He played quarterback in high school, but most colleges recruiting him were looking for him to play defense. The University of Virginia was willing to bring in Rodriguez as a quarterback, but he didn’t see much time on the field as a freshman.…