Who are the linebackers who’ll matter in the 2022 NFL Draft, and what’s the college perspective on all of the top prospects?
2022 NFL Draft Linebacker Rankings
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It’s an interesting group of linebackers.
In the new world of the NFL, several of the normal top outside linebacker prospects have morphed into true edge rushers in a hybrid way. Most of the guys in this group are run stoppers for the inside, but there are a few who can do a little bit of everything.
From the college perspective, here are the best linebacker prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft.
2022 NFL Draft Prospect Rankings, Analysis
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15
Jesse Luketa, Penn State
Size: 6-3, 247
The Good: Part edge rusher, part outside linebacker, he’s a good-sized all-around defender who might not be the pass rusher some might like, but he moves well enough to get in against the run. Strong, steady, and with a great burst, he made 120 tackles over the last two years and did more to get into the backfield. However …
The Not-So-Good: He’s a true tweener who doesn’t get to the quarterback. He only came up with a half a sack in his four years at Penn State, and he’s just okay against the run as an outside linebacker. More of a tough guy than a speed rusher, he doesn’t check enough boxes.
NFL Draft College Perspective Thought: Versatility will mean everything. He has enough athleticism to potentially turn into a pass rusher at the next level with a little bit of work, but he’ll have to make a roster by doing anything a staff needs for a D in a key reserve role.
NFL Draft Projection: Sixth Round
14
Terrel Bernard, Baylor
Size: 6-1, 222
The Good: Forget the problems for a moment, Bernard can run and run and run, he always gets to the ball, and he’s a proven…
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