Martial is listed as PFF's fourth-best linebacker in the country entering the 2022 season. Stroud after his sensational first season as the Buckeyes' starter. Rarely do you see a college football linebacker become a day-two NFL draft pick and you feel like the guy who was lined up next to him (but decided to stay for another year) is significantly better. Oklahoma signed two top 10 linebackers, including Samuel Omosigho. Highest graded Pac-12 Linebackers since 2019, 1 Devin Lloyd: 90.92 Edefuan Ulofoshio: 90.3 pic.twitter.com/CWUgdH16fH, PFF College (@PFF_College) June 17, 2022. Simpson was right up there with those two linebackers for Oregon in Sewell and Justin Flowe as LB3 in the 2020 recruiting class. Traits and pro-like mentality suggests that he can emerge as a trusted contributor for a Top 25 program and eventually an impact player. Ellis (6-2, 230), who also will be a three-year starter, will play middle linebacker for the first time this season, and that should prove a good fit for his skill set. 9 amongst his peers across the nation. Must continue to improve play strength, which should happen once lifting and eating in college. The redshirt junior is a menace when coming downhill, as he was the only Power Five linebacker who earned 85-plus grades as both a pass-rusher and run-defender. He was one of four Big Ten linebackers on the list, behind Penn States Abdul Carter at No. Needs to continue to develop upper body strength to handle physical nature of college game in the box. Njongmeta is the highest-graded returning Power Five linebacker, earning an 89.9 mark this past season. Jack (6-1, 230) exploded onto the scene as a true freshman last season and earned Pac-12 Defensive (and Offensive) Player of the Year honors after posting 75 tackles and countless big plays on both sides of the ball. High upside athlete that can potentially provide value on either side of the ball and on multiple special teams units. His 26 pressures in 2021 trailed only Trenton Simpson among ACC linebackers. @tyron_hopper one more year!#MIZ ???????? 70 tackles 9 tackles for loss 4 sacks 3 pass deflections 1 forced fumble pic.twitter.com/loJc8IMAVJ, GaBulldogsFB (@GABulldogsFB) January 19, 2023. If Ulofoshio was fully healthy, Washington would be higher on this list. 10. But in Striker (6-0, 221), Bob Stoops has one of the best pass rushers in the country and a player who has enough athleticism that he's actually getting reps at nickelback (the corner spot, not the band). Last time a Big 12 linebacker duo was selected in the same draft: Not surprisingly, league powerhouses Texas and Oklahoma were the last to do it and managed to send a pair of linebackers to the NFL in the same 2012 draft. The other three. Ivan Pace Jr. didnt allow a TD in coverage last season ???? The excitement about Alabama's Will Anderson Jr. is sky-high coming off his sensational 2021 campaign. A meniscus injury ended his freshman campaign after just five snaps. Trotter was second in that same group in both passer rating allowed (42.9) and open target rate allowed (47.6%). Closes well on ball carriers. Also well-rounded basketball player. Understands how to stack and shed, and can do it at a high level. Georgia just had five defensive players taken in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, but is the best NFL prospect of all still in Athens? More importantly, isnt afraid to crash the A or B gap, which is important for someone thats only 225 pounds. 214. Brown will stay in the Pac-12 next year, as hes transferring to Arizona State. Requisite height with good length and a big frame to add mass. Shows quick hands to keep offensive linemen from getting inside. USC's Caleb Williams was awarded the 2022 Heisman Trophy on Saturday night, adding an exclamation point to his electrifying first season with the Trojans. Long-term positional home has been in question in the past, but functional athleticism and playmaking ability are not. Just missed the cut: Cameron McGrone (Michigan), Nick Bolton Trenton Simpson: 88.3 pass rush grade last season, No other ACC LB had a grade higher than 80???? Can play a couple of different roles as he has been used as a stand-up edge rusher or he can shift further outside and play out in space over a slot. Georgia LSU is one of only four schools with multiple linebackers in PFFs top 25. He tended to overshadow Kendricks (6-0, 230) a little, but the senior has led the team in tackles the past two seasons and is the leader of the defense no matter what the situation is. Also posted a 45-6 shot put PR during junior track and field season and played heavy minutes for his basketball team in Winter 2021-22. Plays with leverage and bends well in lower body. The sophomore led the SEC this season with a 79.9 run-defense grade. Possesses the size to immediately give you snaps at the P5 level. The Ohio State football team has eight linebackers on scholarship, but just two arrived on campus with bonafide inside linebacker designated rankings on Noah Sewell at number one made it fairly easy for me. Big 12 Picks, Lines For Saturday, February 25, College Basketball Predictions, Lines, How To Watch: Sunday, February 26, NCAA Tournament Bracket Projections, 68 Team Predictions, Bubble Teams February 27, AP Poll Top 25 Projection College Basketball Rankings Prediction Week 17, Coaches Poll Top 25 Projection College Basketball Rankings Prediction Week 17, Coaches Poll Top 25 College Basketball Rankings Week 17, AP Poll Top 25 College Basketball Rankings Week 17. But Texas Demarvion Overshown is incredible as a run-and-chase player. Lynch and Gabe Martin). You want height (61-63) and weight for an Inside Linebacker (ILB) to be around 220-245; to take on guards and h-backs. Flashes chase-down speed with an exceptionally broad pursuit range. Nate Landman, Colorado: The former three-star prospect has blossomed into one of the most experienced and Please logout and login again. Eichenberg was a PFF first-team All-American this past season and is the most valuable returning linebacker according to PFFs wins above average metric. Can engage and still drive legs to get around corner on blitz. If he can stay healthy and live up to it, Oregon could easily top this list. Could see the field relatively early given how physically developed he already is in both the upper and lower halves., Scouting report: A tackling machine with the mentality of an alpha. Plays with energy and effort, and is a competitor. A meniscus injury ended his freshman campaign after just five snaps. Hes a menace as a blitzer, with his 30.6% pass-rush win rate last year leading all FBS linebackers. Im in the business of projecting forward and evaluating them as draft prospects, but for this exercise, I tried to isolate them from their team and purely judge them on who could help me win games at the CFB level right now. Has burst to get across the face of offensive tackle. Since 2019, the former walk-on has earned 80.0-plus coverage, run-defense and pass-rush grades, the only returning Power Five linebacker to accomplish that feat. He posted 80.0-plus grades both in coverage and as a pass-rusher last season, one of only four to do so in the country. What's the book on the edge rusher heading into the '22 college football season? Wright will join Oklahoma State next season with one year of eligibility remaining. He quickly proved he deserved that honor, as his six sacks and three forced fumbles were tied for sixth among all linebackers in the country. Ulofoshio has missed 10 games over the past three years and will miss at least half of the 2022 season with a knee injury. * Pro Football Hall of Famer. In the passing game, he can carry slot receivers down the hashes, blitz off the slot, spy the quarterback and pretty much anything you ask of him, because of how loose he is in space. Clemsons Jeremiah Trotter Jr.: The sophomore leads this list and is living up to his father, a former All-Pro LSUs Harold Perkins Jr.: The true freshman is second on While he is certainly undersized for an in-between-the-tackles role, he does not shy away from slipping gaps and chooses excellent angles when chasing things down towards the sideline. Highly productive considering full-time two-way snaps. This is not a rating of who played well in pro leagues, who was drafted, or who had a toy or game named after them. You can sharpie in Harold Perkins in for LB1 in 2025. pic.twitter.com/95JJMe0Tgd, Max Chadwick (@Chad_Maxwick) November 12, 2022. With two linebackers cracking the top five of this list, Clemson easily has the best linebacking corps in the country heading into next season. After going over our top 25 players in the transfer portal as well as our All-Transfer Portal team, here are the five best linebackers searching for new homes. PFF's exclusive metrics provide matchup previews, position rankings, grades, and snap counts. Note: This ranking only includes off-ball linebackers. Georgia signed three of the top five linebackers in the class, including four-star recruit Raylen Wilson. Plays with a physicality beyond his current size. Today it is the best pair of linebackers. Body control shines as a receiver when he adjusts to the ball and uses his size to shield defenders. Iowa Hawkeyes. Excellent in chase mode as he can get outside the hashes and hawk down ball carriers of all different sizes. Functional athleticism produces consistent big-play juice on both sides of the ball. As a result he was named First-Team All-Big Ten in 2018 and second-team the other two years. Just separating what makes a great college LB versus what translates to the next level isn't easy. College Footballs 20 best linebackers of 2021 1. Needs to continue to develop upper body strength to handle physical nature of college game in the box. Jestin Jacobs got off to a hot start last year with an 82.4 overall grade through Week 4, third among Power Five linebackers. Athleticism shows when dropping into coverage. Owner of a 4.62 40 and 100-meter times of 11.16 and 11.18. Has plenty of room for frame growth and can easily add 25 pounds without losing athletic traits. Hausmann was ranked No. Owns a rocked-up build at 6-foot, 205 pounds. N.C. State has the ACCs highest-graded linebacker over the past two years in Drake Thomas at an 80.0 mark. Plays with energy and effort, and is a competitor. Might not be as long as schools want in an edge-rusher so he projects more as a traditional outside backer who can blitz off the edge when needed. 82. He may not be super rangy in coverage. At 64 and 265 pounds, Williams is an absolute unit. Tuakoi has sky-rocketed up the recruiting rankings going from an unranked prospect to a 4-star recruit on Rivals and the college offers have flooded in accordingly. , which says a lot about his potential. Take a look at the top 10 players from Northwestern to play in the NFL. Jack Campbell's 45 run stops last season was tied for the most by a P5 LB ???? Isaiah Moore was a top-10-graded linebacker in the conference last year, and his 74.7 run-defense grade was fifth-best in the ACC. Broad, layered athletic profile projects very well in long term. Strong tackler in space. Uses length well when breaking down. here are the five best linebackers searching for new homes. Thats what the Sooners seemed to be aiming for as they made the trip over eastern border to offer 2024 linebacker Brian Huff. Wrights 79.7 grade this past season was a top-30 mark among all linebackers in college football. Last time a Big Ten linebacker duo was selected in the same draft: It happened in May, when Iowa had Christian Kirksey (third round) and Anthony Hitchens (fourth round) drafted. Ran for more than 1,000 yards on almost 10 yards per carry while recording 91 tackles as a junior. High-level athlete also plays receiver. The son of former All-Pro linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Sr., the sophomore linebacker has lived up to his fathers name and then some. Curtis elected to go to the West Coast and sign with the Trojans. Owner of a 4.62 40 and 100-meter times of 11.16 and 11.18. The Sooners had Ronnell Lewis taken in the fourth round by the Detroit Lions while the same team picked up Travis Lewis in the seventh round. 11 is reserved for the elite linebackers at Penn State, as Parsons, NaVorro Bowman and LaVar Arrington all rocked the stix.. Here are the top five linebackers in college football, a group of future NFL Draft prospects. As we head toward the 2022 college football season, the Will Levis hype train is picking up steam. Despite playing just two games, hes still a top-75 prospect on PFFs 2023 NFL Draft big board, which says a lot about his potential. Productive two-way play who plays on edge of 3-4 defense. The Tigers also return sophomore Barrett Carter, a former five-star recruit. Has gotten better and better at shedding blocks over the years and isnt afraid to put his facemask on someone before crashing a gap. Last season, he injured his foot after just one game and missed the rest of the season. Simpson has continued to excel under new DC Wes Goodwin, thanks to his athletic profile and the growth in play-recognition. The junior has allowed only 172 receiving yards in that span, the fifth fewest for Power Five linebackers. More than likely projects to an off-ball weak side backer role at the next level on the defensive side of the ball. If he can stay healthy, he should provide a major boost on defense to his next school. Size at one point was a bit of a concern, but lived in the weight room winter after junior season and bulked up significantly in the upper half. pic.twitter.com/k0mGKNqZ0w, tarheelupdate (@tarheelupdate) September 10, 2022. Capable of consistent sideline-to-sideline pursuit with proven blitzing ability. More than likely projects to an off-ball weak side backer role at the next level on the defensive side of the ball. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. His 82.9 run-defense grade since 2019 ranks fifth among active Power Five linebackers. Theres one man to credit for Troy cracking this list, and thats sixth-year senior Carlton Martial. PFFs lead college analyst Anthony Treash. You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! #COMMITTED pic.twitter.com/C6k1UTiS0y, Justin Wright (@JustinWright_30) December 7, 2022. https://halilsrealfootballtalk.com/2020/12/12/top-five-college-players-at-every-position-defense-edition/. Sewell has lived up to the hype and is the No. More importantly, isnt afraid to crash the A or B gap, which is important for someone thats only 225 pounds. Hes a menace as a blitzer, with his 30.6% pass-rush win rate last year leading all FBS linebackers. Not long but owns frame space to add mass, though not too much more is needed as a modern in-space defender. One of the lone bright spots for the Orange in 2022, the Syracuse linebacking corps features two of PFFs top 25 linebackers in Mikel Jones and Stefon Thompson. Uses length well when breaking down. He joined Troy as an undersized walk-on in 2017 at just 5-foot-9, 210 pounds. The linebacker will be the frame of reference when preparing the This drill requires two players (linebacker and ball carrier) and four bags or obstacles to step over. Telvin Smith, Florida State 4. Fluid in change of direction to drives on ball. So, what's the book on the Kentucky quarterback? Unlike a lot of college LBs nowadays, he can still take on and shed blockers coming right at him, thanks to his robust base. Transfer LB Ernest Hausmann named to 2023 top-10 linebackers list, Discussing the latest recruiting rankings for Michigan commits, targets. If you enjoyed this content, I would really appreciate if you could check out the original full piece - https://halilsrealfootballtalk.com/2020/12/12/top-five-college-players-at-every-position-defense-edition/, Be the first one to comment on this story. Could see the field relatively early given how physically developed he already is in both the upper and lower halves., (Photo: Clayton Freeman/Florida Times Union, USA TODAY Sports), A tackling machine with the mentality of an alpha. However, while I like the patience he displays in reading run schemes, he is a little too conversative for my taste and when big linemen work up to him, he struggles to disengage. Watch more top videos, highlights, and B/R original content, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Verified high 4.6 speed with shuttle in 4.2s, which showcases change of direction and acceleration. Desire to make those around him better also a pretty unique trait in the year 2022. after a disappointing first season in Baton Rouge. Now that we know who will continue playing on Saturdays next fall, let's take an early look at the top returning players at every position. Ability to close gaps without a doubt a strength at this point in his career. Theyre the 15 linebackers in the transfer portal you need to know. Not long but owns frame space to add mass, though not too much more is needed as a modern in-space defender. I think as a blitzer, his timing and hand-usage has gotten a lot better too. Shayne Skov, Stanford 5. Christian Harris was a highly-regarded recruit for Alabama and had flashes, where hed let that talent flourish, but I thought Henry Too Too cleaned up quite a few things throughout the year for him. Texas is ranked behind Alabama and Georgia for the best recruiting class in the 247Sports rankings. The sophomore leads this list and is living up to his father, a former All-Pro linebacker. Has NFL draft potential.. AAC: Houston (Derrick Mathews and Efrem Oliphant). He was named Big 12 Defensive Newcomer of the Year for good reason and has tremendous upside going forward. Top 10 returning off-ball linebackers in college football Might need a developmental year or two, but has the makeup of a future impact off-ball linebacker for a Power Five program. Isaiah Simmons Highlights (BEST LINEBACKER IN COLLEGE FOOTBALL) clemson lb highlights isaiah simmons. Unfortunately he doesnt always look super comfortable taking ball-carriers down in open space and his lack of length is a bit of an issue with blockers in his face, to go with been susceptible to getting sucked up by play-action. Daniel Jeremiah provides his initial scouting report, supplying a striking NFL comparison in the process. Injuries are the only thing holding him back. The Ohio State football team has eight linebackers on scholarship, but just two arrived on campus with bonafide inside linebacker designated rankings on 247Sports.Now the Ohio State scheme only has two linebackers and the rotation for both is likely going to be fluid, but to keep things simple I just wanted to recap the two that were While at Clemson in 2020, he earned a 90.2 coverage grade, which was first among Power Five linebackers. Fluid in change of direction to drives on ball. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Projects as a high level multi-year starter at a Power Five program.. Excellent closing ability on defense. Finished junior campaign with 150 tackles, five INTs, four sacks, and three defensive TDs. In the pass game, he has a safety-like skill-set, with a very natural ability to move any direction and take away throwing windows. Carter is one of college footballs most well-rounded linebackers. Colorado and new head coach Deion Sanders made a late offer to Carter, but he elected to stay in his home state and sign with the Vols. Has been nothing but productive under the lights on Friday nights racking up 139 tackles and five sacks as a junior. 8 linebacker in college football for the 2022 season, PFF's fourth-best linebacker in the country entering the 2022 season. His 34.5% pressure rate last year ranked second among Power Five linebackers. Thumper vs. the run with chase-down athleticism from the back side. He also made 13 coverage stops, which ranked in the top 25 for all linebackers in the country. He has some good lateral agility to side-step blockers, but rarely fights through creases and stops the momentum of ball-carriers around the line of scrimmage. Ivan Pace Jr. transfers in from Miami (Ohio) and is arguably the best linebacker in the country on passing downs. Not only can break 11 seconds on the track in the 100-meter dash, but has also almost hit 23 MPH on the Catapult GPS system in pads. Hes not quite there mentally, just being a step too late in his reactions at times, but hes the full package. He posted 80.0-plus grades both in coverage and as a pass-rusher last season, one of only four to do so in the country. Athletic enough to compensate for occasional less-than-ideal angles. 6-2 / 232. Plays with a physicality beyond his current size. Rather effective in pursuit and has also shown that he can get the job done as a face-up tackler. If he can stay healthy and live up to it, Oregon could easily top this list. These power rankings are adjusted based on coach, quarterback and the market each season. Ernest Hausmann, who transferred to Michigan after one season at Nebraska, was named to On3s recent The true freshman is second on this list after a dominant season as a pass-rusher. Interception No. The Rebels pulled in one of the more underrated transfers this offseason in Central Michigans Troy Brown, the sixth-best linebacker in the country according to PFFs preseason rankings. Hes actually on track for slightly better numbers this season. Perkins is. He can line up at defensive end with his hand in the dirt or play stood up over the tackle. Capable of consistent sideline-to-sideline pursuit with proven blitzing ability. Possesses frame to add 20-25 pounds and not lose agility, speed or quickness. The guy most draft rankings seem to have at the top for the position in college football is Trenton Simpson at Clemson. Justin Flowe has as much talent as any linebacker in college football, but he hasnt had any semblance of a break with injuries. UCLA: Myles Jack and Eric Kendricks. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-USA TODAY Sports. Now hell be making plays for @GoBearcatsFB pic.twitter.com/gxdj5GDjOP, PFF College (@PFF_College) June 5, 2022. Athleticism shows when dropping into coverage. Thats because his younger brother, Francis, is currently committed to the Hurricanes as a top-five recruit and the No. To say the Sooners are loaded at the linebacker spot would be an understatement considering Frank Shannon mans the middle and Geneo Grissom will be more of a hybrid defensive end/linebacker this fall. Ability to close gaps without a doubt a strength at this point in his career. Gray flew around North Carolinas defense this year on his way to becoming a PFF second-team All-American. Rice is pretty fluid mover in coverage, who can run downfield with flexed out tight-ends and shut down throws into the flats. Will need to cut down on the few mistakes he makes and keep mastering his craft, but should be viewed as one of the top backers in the class of 2023. The junior was also second among SEC linebackers with a 51.7% open target rate allowed. He is really sudden in his movements when the ball gets to the edge and he quickly flashes against screen passes. Already established as a hammer, showed violent striking ability during impressive senior season. 217 20 2. As a blitzer this season, his 84.0 pass-rushing grade placed 11th among Power Five linebackers. Size at one point was a bit of a concern, but lived in the weight room winter after junior season and bulked up significantly in the upper half. This is a collegefootball playerranking of the best linebackers since 1958. Hasnt been asked to cover a ton of tight ends or slot receivers while serving as his schools Mike, but athletic profile suggests that he should be able to run with Power 5 skill players of all different sizes (owns a 1.69 10-yard split and a 4.49 short shuttle). Likes to lead with his weight and will explode through his hips in hopes of getting ball carriers to get them to the ground. 4 on the season ???? This site is not endorsed by, sponsored by, or affiliated with these schools or teams. Daniel Jeremiah provides his initial scouting report on the Crimson Tide quarterback after studying his game tape. Athletic, physical, violent off-ball linebacker who occasionally steps to the line of scrimmage. We have not seen him asked to drop back and cover as much so that is a part of his game that needs to be furthered evaluated although he looks like a good enough athlete to do that.. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. The three best linebacker transfer classes. Displays good athleticism in multiple phases of the game with the majority of his snaps coming at the running back position. The Rebels pulled in one of the more underrated transfers this offseason in. Jordan Pollard Faith Lutheran (Las Vegas, NV) LB. UCF, with Branden Jenning s (from Kansas State), Jason Johnson (Eastern Illinois) and Terrence Lewis (Maryland). Can re-direct and move along line of scrimmage. Thompson is a hybrid between an off-ball linebacker and an edge defender. In coverage, he is primarily responsible for shallow zones, but I think he has become much more light on his feet in 2020, in terms of the ground he can cover, which has led to four INTs in seven games (including a pair of pick-sixes), but it also allows him to be more aggressive with shooting gaps, putting him at 7.5 TFLs already, including one for a safety against UCF. @TexasFootball pic.twitter.com/Fe6qSkJXWz, ESPN College Football (@ESPNCFB) November 25, 2022, The No. couldnt make you understand even if i tried to explain.. 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