NFL Draft 2026: Linebacker Prospects Poised to Reshape Defenses
Top linebacker prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft take center stage. Anthony Hill Jr. from Texas emerges as a versatile "Swiss Army Knife" with top 15 potential, while Alabama's Deontae Lawson aims for a comeback after injury. LSU's Whit Weeks showcases playmaking ability and high motor, drawing comparisons to Carson Swessinger. Damian Parson and Keith Sanchez break down each player's strengths, NFL potential, and areas for improvement.
Will these linebackers be able to adapt to the evolving NFL defensive landscape? Can they become Day 1 starters and impact players at the next level? Tune in for expert analysis on the future stars shaping NFL defenses.
0:00 intro
1:40 Anthony Hill Jr. top 15 NFL Draft potential
5:22 Anthony Hill's instincts and playmaking ability
11:47 Deontay Lawson: Alabama linebacker returning from injury
17:54 Comparing Lawson to other linebacker prospects
21:04 Whit Weeks: LSU linebacker with playmaking ability
25:45 Weeks' versatility and potential draft stock
28:58 Preview of next episode on Georgia's C.J. Allen
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