Auburn’s rushing defense ranks 17th in the FBS and sixth in the SEC with a rushing defense average of 88.0 yards per game.

The 440 rushing yards allowed are the fewest through the first five games of a season since 2021 (427). Auburn is also sixth in FBS in YPC (2.56).

So, who deserves the credit for the success on the defensive line?

Let’s start with Defensive tackle coach Vontrell King-Williams.

Bringing in the most energy during Auburn football ‘s practice, King-Williams has created a culture in his position room that has translated quickly on the field.

“That’s just what we stamp our name on: Stopping the run. Like, we don’t allow that. That’s non-negotiable. We stop the run over here. That’s just how we live. That’s just what we do,” Malik Blocton said Tuesday afternoon.

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