Playmaking Linebackers to know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this edition, we cover some Linebackers that you need to know about. They'll be playmakers and impact players for their team and will inevitably be risers, Get to know them now.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["905097"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67d7466c990f6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Croft has an excellent frame to add extra weight without limiting his athletic skill set. He has a quick, explosive first step and showcases active hands and a twitchy nature. Croft has good strength and footwork. He has a good bend and showcases good instincts. Croft is coming off an injury but will make the most out of his final season, either at a backer position or as an edge rusher.<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1556802"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67c9193887d80"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Otuafi is a physical linebacker with good instincts. He shows good footwork and diagnoses plays quickly. Otuafi shows excellent pass rush skills and has good closing speed and a quick first step off the line with a good hip bend to get around the edge. He sheds blockers well and has good tackling form and showcases his strong play in this aspect. Otuafi can drop back and cover his zone without getting lost in space and does a good job of switching off when a receiver leaves his space coverage and doesn't leave his area uncovered. He is best as an on-ball backer and would be good at a hybrid LEO role where he can roam around and rush the quarterback. He's a fun player that should get regionally recruited.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1207669"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67ca58ec8059c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Parker has a good frame and adding an extra 10-15 lbs is not out of the question. He diagnoses plays quickly and is good at finding his way to the ball. He sheds blockers with ease and has good tackling form. Parker has good closing speed and is a versatile backer. He is best as an on-ball backer and will serve as a leader of a defense and be a MKE backer.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1207660"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67ce088430b51"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Iosefo is an intriguing prospect. He is a physical player with good tackling form. Iosefo has good closing speed and instincts. He sheds blocks easily and is adept at rushing the quarterback. Iosefo has good coverage skills and shows active hands in coverage. He is an outside backer and he can bulk up to fill out his frame or could stay at his weight and eventually transition as a box safety. Iosefo has good footwork and a player who could switch positions and find himself elevating his play even more. He's listed at 211 lbs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1571057"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67ce088430bae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fue should grow and develop into his frame in the next couple of years. He shows good instincts as a middle linebacker. Fue has good form and is a good tackler. He shows good ability to get small through the line and get to the ball carrier. <br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Those were five players that you need to know for the upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->