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Published Jul 18, 2016

TOP 20: Dontavius Russell

Jay G. Tate • AuburnSports

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Dontavius Russell's hype-to-performance ratio was truly outstanding last season.

He entered his first varsity campaign with virtually zero fanfare, yet pieced together a statistical footprint that equaled Montravius Adams'. Keep in mind that Adams was considered a sought-after NFL Draft property before electing to return for his senior season.

AU'S TOP DEFENSIVE TACKLES, 2015

SOURCE: Auburn University

PLAYER	TOTAL TACKLES	TACKLES FOR LOSS	SACKS	QUARTERBACK HURRIES

Montravius Adams	44	3	2.5	6
Dontavius Russell	42	4.5	1.5	8