Coming into the 2019 season, Pat Bethel was the lone returning defensive tackle with long-term experience in Manny Diaz’s scheme. The starting DT will likely be lining up next to Jon Ford or Chigozie Nnoruka on August 24th. With the recent injury to sophomore Nesta Silvera, Bethel will be looked upon to provide leadership and stability to a young core of defensive linemen. Several inexperienced players will be tasked with filling in until Silvera’s return. It will be Bethel who will have to help guide the unit. Bethel has gotten better each year in Miami.