Former LSU DT Davon Godchaux signs rookie contract with Miami Dolphins
After the thrill of the NFL Draft subsides, players witness the business side of playing professional football.
Although most rookie contracts fall within a certain range depending on where a player is drafted, there is still a little wiggle room for agents to negotiate the best deal for their clients. Very rarely does a player holdout over their rookie deal, as was the case with former Ohio State star Joey Bosa last season, but it’s still a cause for celebration when they sign on the dotted line.
Former LSU defensive lineman Davon Godchaux is the latest SEC alum to sign his rookie contract. The fifth-round pick agreed to terms with the Miami Dolphins on Tuesday afternoon, according to a tweet by the organization.
We have signed fifth-round pick defensive tackle Davon Godchaux. pic.twitter.com/tyQE3RreoR
— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins) May 16, 2017
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In his three seasons at LSU, Godchaux recorded 139 tackles, 19 tackles for a loss and 12.5 sacks. According to Over the Cap, which calculates projected contract figures, Godchaux’s total value as the No. 178 overall pick is just over $2.6 million with a four-year average of $650,487.