2027 Linebackers Make Name Debuting in New Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your annual subscription***</em></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What linebackers emerged to make debuts in the latest 2027 rankings?&nbsp; Here we examine the top prospects who made the move into the rankings!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2087597' first='Darrell' last='Mccullough'] (Lockport)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McCullough had a breakout season.&nbsp; What makes him unique is he can rush the passer with great bend and power to speed while at the same time is very good in coverage and can play away from the ball tackling in space.&nbsp; Impactful player on special teams blocking punts.&nbsp; Can be physical in the middle of the defense blowing up run plays.&nbsp; Bats down passes while rushing the passer.&nbsp; Accelerates to the ball and really sees the play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2045496' first='Will' last='Mettee'] (Loyola)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mettee racked up 82 tackles, 24 TFLs, 6 sacks, 4 pass breakups, 14 QB hits, 1 interception, and 1 forced fumble.&nbsp; Thick linebacker that pursues the ball and hits with power.&nbsp; Flying missile.&nbsp; Slices up the middle flying through the line for TFLs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2105045' first='Jacob' last='Vroman'] (Downers Grove North)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Vroman is a 6'4” 220 pound edge that we believe projects best as an outside linebacker with how well he moves and runs.&nbsp; Good pass rusher that can get to the QB with power, rips, and bend.&nbsp; Sifts through traffic and gets to the back for TFL.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1669894' first='Orlando' last='Greco'] (Montini)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Greco is an undersized backer at 5'11” 190 pounds that is insanely productive.&nbsp; Was an anchor on their defense with 142 tackles, 11 TFLs, 1 sack, 2 interceptions, 1 forced fumble, and 2 pass breakups.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2105120' first='Luke' last='Ramirez'] (Edwardsville)<br></strong><br>Liked what we saw in person from this 6'0” 180 pound backer that is a sound tackler that really impressed covering over the middle against slot receivers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1328984' first='Austin' last='Collins'] (Lincoln Way West)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Collins is a middle linebacker who takes excellent angles to the ball.&nbsp; He identifies the play and pursues the ball.&nbsp; Physical tackler.&nbsp; Contributes on special teams units.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>More LB Making Debut in Rankings<br></strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1883066' first='Vance' last='Holmes'] (DePaul Prep)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1570757' first='Derrick' last='Pomatto'] (Joliet Catholic)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2105134' first='Bradyn' last='Hostetler'] (Waubonsie Valley)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2105135' first='Pierce' last='Stevens'] (Neuqua Valley)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1571517' first='Kamron' last='Norwood'] (Oak Lawn)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1689728' first='Isaac' last='Beenders'] (Morton)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2105162' first='CJ' last='Ely'] (Southwestern Piasa)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->