The Dolphins defense wasn’t very good in 2016, and most of that burden rests on the shoulders of the Dolphins’ linebackers. Throughout the season, this unit remained a liability against the pass, and allowed the team to finish 30th against the run. The unit wasn’t all bad. Kiko Alonso played well and looked greatly improved from his poor year in Philadelphia. He recorded 115 tackles and 2 interceptions last season. Alonso remained solid against the run, but like others, struggled against the pass.
Outside of Alonso, however, the unit struggled mightily. Koa Misi got hurt at the beginning of the season, and forced the Dolphins to insert player after player with little-to-no success.