Matt Stevens: Miami Dolphins 4-round mock draft heads to LSU

UNSPECIFIED LOCATION - APRIL 23: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY) In this still image from video provided by the Miami Dolphins, select Noah Igbinoghene speaks via teleconference after being selected during the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft on April 23, 2020. (Photo by Getty Images/Getty Images) /

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The Miami Dolphins need a running back and this Clemson star would be a perfect fit.

Round 1, Pick 21

I was extremely surprised to see this player still available when the Dolphins’ second pick came around. However, upon further inspection of the current draft order, the teams picking between 9 and 20 don’t really need a running back. Therefore, the Dolphins sprint to the podium (whether physically or virtually) with their selection of Clemson running back Travis Etienne.

Even though he’s having a down year as a runner, Ettiene is still averaging 5.1 yards-per-carry and has double-digit rushing touchdowns for the fourth consecutive season. At 5’10” and 210 pounds, Etienne is a well-proportioned back that has both power and speed. Add to that, he is a great pass catcher out of the backfield.

With another year for the Dolphins offensive line to gel and Etienne in the backfield, the Dolphins have a chance for their best run game since the days of Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams.

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