2025 Canadian Linebackers to Know
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Today, I’m looking at some hard-nosed 2025 linebacker prospects from around Canada. These guys stood out on tape and were key pieces to their respective defenses. Some are names you may know, while others are just beginning to break through.…
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Continue ReadingToday, I’m looking at some hard-nosed 2025 linebacker prospects from around Canada. These guys stood out on tape and were key pieces to their respective defenses. Some are names you may know, while others are just beginning to break through. Make sure to keep an eye on them over the next calendar recruiting year, because things could change in the blink of an eye.
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Owen Lock Owen Lock 6'0" | 225 lbs | LB Huron Heights | 2025 State CAD 6′ 220
Lock shows loose hips in zone, he scrapes down the line with shoulders facing the LOS and can stun backs in their tracks within the tackle box. This young man loves contact, he’s extremely disruptive in the run game and can fight through first-level blocks using quickness and God-given strength. He can make tackles behind the line out of awkward body positions and knows how to time up snap counts for instant penetration.
Sam Metcalfe Sam Metcalfe 6'1" | 200 lbs | LB Harry Ainlay | 2025 State CAD 6’1″ 195
A violent tackler with plenty of twitch. Sam shows terrific closing speed, natural body control and accelerates through block attempts with nasty intentions. He reads his keys & triggers within an instant, he’s got the lateral agility to slip second-level blocks and plays with fiery hands.
Jaheim Lindo Jaheim Lindo 6'1" | 215 lbs | LB Holy Trinity | 2024 CAD 6′ 220
Lindo played much of last season as a stand-up outside linebacker in a 3-4 scheme. On tape, he showed that he can cause major disruption if left unblocked on the backside and is always relentlessly chasing the football. He’s got good speed, he keeps his shoulders square to the line if left unblocked, and has an efficient spin move in his back pocket.
Jacob Goldstone Jacob Goldstone 6'2" | 215 lbs | ATH LeBoldus | 2024 State CAD 6’2″ 215
A good-sized inside linebacker prospect with enough strength to shed blocks at the point of attack and a gassed-up motor. Goldstone is an effective blitzer when called upon, he takes proper angles to the football and is a mismatch against backs in pass protection. He needs to work on his flexibility, but he’s got a natural sense for the game and will do whatever is asked of him.
Peter Cartwright Peter Cartwright 6'3" | 195 lbs | WR Holy Trinity Catholic S.S. | 2024 State CAD , 6’3″ 195
Cartwright played last season at safety, but I believe based on his length, frame, and physicality, he could move to outside linebacker if need be. He’s got exceptional range, natural ball skills, and a good feel for zone coverage. On offense, he’s a big play threat at wide receiver that runs with purpose and barges through tacklers in space.