cowboyjoe
07-19-2011, 09:03 PM
An early look at some of the top linebacker prospects for the 2012 NFL draft.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Breaking-down-the-2012-LB-class.html
Seniors
LB Courtney Upshaw: Alabama (6-2, 265)
A powerful backer who generates a lot of force on contact, can take on blocks inside and creates turnovers at the point. Has the physical skill set to get looks as a starter in both a 34 and 43 front.
ICONLewis is a classic 43 backer.
OLB Travis Lewis: Oklahoma (6-2, 232)
A cover 2-type backer who runs well in pursuit, is fluid/coordinated in his drop and quickly closes toward the football. Possesses a little more pop at the point of attack than given credit for, but looks like an ideal weakside guy.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Breaking-down-the-2012-LB-class.html
Seniors
LB Courtney Upshaw: Alabama (6-2, 265)
A powerful backer who generates a lot of force on contact, can take on blocks inside and creates turnovers at the point. Has the physical skill set to get looks as a starter in both a 34 and 43 front.
ICONLewis is a classic 43 backer.
OLB Travis Lewis: Oklahoma (6-2, 232)
A cover 2-type backer who runs well in pursuit, is fluid/coordinated in his drop and quickly closes toward the football. Possesses a little more pop at the point of attack than given credit for, but looks like an ideal weakside guy.