Linebackers, whether on or off the ball, are required to perform a variety of duties, including playing the run, covering routes, and pressuring the passer. Additionally, they must perform against a wide range of players with various ability levels. That’s why it makes sense that they are hard to come by, at least those who are multitasking. Though the Steelers may have lowered their need at this position with the acquisition of Patrick Queen, a free agent, there are still several intriguing prospects at the position in this year’s draft. The rush on inside linebackers is expected to begin on Day 2.
Regarded as a vintage, downward thumper at inside linebacker, Jacobs has contributed to Penn State’s success the last three seasons. Nevertheless, his 40-yard sprint time of 4.58 seconds at the Combine grabbed attention. Although Jacobs’s play recognition may use some improvement, the resources are available. He can be a devil on special teams while he’s learning.
Although there were doubts about his stature, he weighed 228 pounds at the Combine. Trotter, a former NFL linebacker’s son, has long been ranked highly on all draft rankings. However, because he lacks some of the length and heft of the guys ahead of him, he only ranks fifth on my ranking. Still, the production value was high. He recorded 167 tackles, 4 interceptions, 11 sacks, 28.5 tackles for a loss, and 4 forced fumbles in the previous two seasons.
With 266 tackles in the last two seasons at North Carolina, Grey was incredibly prolific. Throughout his career, he also had 8.5 sacks, five interceptions, and five fumble recoveries. Gray’s 40-yard sprint time of 4.64 seconds at the Combine is more than quick enough for him to be an NFL player. was exceptional during the Senior Bowl.
Wilson is 6-4, but his arm length (30 ½ inches) isn’t the best. But his quickness more than makes up for it. During the NFL Combine, he ran a 4.43. Wilson’s health may be his biggest problem. There are reports that he underwent twelve surgeries starting from his high school years. He has 402 career tackles, 15 sacks, 48 tackles for a loss, and 7 interceptions in addition to the other stats. He’s got the stat sheet filled in. He could be my first-choice linebacker if the medicals were clear.
#2 – Michigan’s Junior Colson (6-2, 238 lbs.) – Colson, a good-sized three-down linebacker, was the focal point of Michigan’s outstanding defence in 2023. Given that he didn’t perform well at the Combine, his timing on his pro day will be crucial. Colson’s recording
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