The Miami Dolphins were one of the worst teams when it came to stopping the run in 2016. Miami ranked 30th against the run and gave up an average of 140.4 rushing yards per game.

In an attempt to improve their rushing defense, the Dolphins drafted a number of players on that side of the ball, one being defensive tackle Davon Godchaux.

After starting three seasons at LSU, Godchaux surprised some people by declaring after his junior year for the NFL draft. NFL.com projections had Godchaux going in the second or third round, but the Dolphins selected Godchaux in the fifth round with their 178th overall selection.

In 2016, Godchaux led all LSU defensive linemen in tackles with 62. He also added 6.5 sacks and 8.5 tackles for loss for the Tigers. Over the last two seasons, Godchaux was one of six SEC players to post six or more sacks in back-to-back seasons.

When speaking to the media in May, Godchaux said he would bring a number of different attributes to the Dolphins’ defense.

“I feel like a run stopper and a pass rusher,” Godchaux said. “I could do both. Whatever role they need me to play, I’m willing to play whatever to contribute to the team.”

In his first year, expect Godchaux to rotate with Jordan Phillips and fellow rookie defensive tackle Vincent Taylor on the Dolphins defensive line. Godcahux’s specialty is rushing the passer, but he has the talent to eventually develop into a decent run stopper.