Stock Risers LB's: Breaking Out This Season

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From sideline-to-sideline range to downhill physicality, these defenders are not only racking up tackles but also creating game-changing plays in the backfield and in coverage. Their ability to read offenses, react quickly, and control the tempo of the game makes them the backbone of any defense and a key factor in winning football.    Brewster is a high-motor defender who consistently finds himself around the football, backed by 161 total tackles and 72 solo stops. He shows strong instincts diagnosing plays pre-snap, triggers downhill with urgency, and takes efficient angles that allow him to arrive on time and finish through contact. His physicality stands out, not shying away from collisions and bringing a tone-setting presence between the tackles. He plays with range sideline-to-sideline, showing the ability to pursue and clean up plays outside the box while maintaining discipline in his run fits. Overall, Brewster is a dependable, productive playmaker who can be the heartbeat of a defense.      Trajaun is an aggressive, backfield-disrupting presence who made his impact felt all season with 164 total tackles, 61 solo stops, and an impressive 15.0 tackles for loss average. He plays with a downhill mindset, attacking gaps with urgency and consistently beating blockers to the spot, which allows him to create negative plays. His ability to diagnose quickly and trigger makes him dangerous against the run, while his physicality and closing burst help him finish plays with authority. Trajaun brings a disruptive edge and sets the tone defensively, showing he can be a difference-maker who lives in the backfield.      [player_tooltip player_id='2167516' first='Joshua' last='Bennett'] is a do-it-all defensive playmaker who impacts the game in every phase, totaling 163 tackles (121 in just 10 games), along with 20 tackles for loss, 4 sacks, and a pick-six. He plays with outstanding instincts and urgency, consistently diagnosing plays quickly and attacking downhill to create negative plays in the backfield. His versatility stands out, showing he can rush the passer effectively, drop into coverage and make plays on the ball, and force turnovers with physical, well-timed hits. Bennett brings a relentless motor and a knack for game-changing moments, making him a true difference-maker who can shift momentum at any point.      Kale is a relentless, sideline-to-sideline defender who totaled 155 tackles with 84 solo stops and averaged 8.0 tackles for loss. He shows excellent instincts in reading plays, triggering downhill with speed, and taking proper angles to consistently arrive at the ball. Kale's combination of physicality, awareness, and pursuit ability allows him to dominate in the box, shed blockers, and make impactful stops, making him a reliable force who sets the tone defensively.     Roman is a high-effort, all-around linebacker who totaled 146 tackles, averaging 11.2 per game, with 13 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and an interception. He reads plays quickly, taking the correct angles to fill gaps and consistently arriving in the backfield to disrupt the offense. Roman shows physicality in every contact, shedding blockers with ease and finishing through the whistle, while his awareness allows him to drop into coverage and make key plays on the ball. His combination of speed, strength, and instincts makes him a sideline-to-sideline force who can change the momentum of a game, whether it's stopping the run, pressuring the quarterback, or creating turnovers. With his relentless motor and knack for big plays, Roman is a true difference-maker who elevates the entire defense.      Maliki is a relentless linebacker who totaled 148 tackles, including 85 solo stops, and averaged 12.0 tackles for loss. He plays with a downhill, attacking style, consistently diagnosing plays quickly and taking aggressive angles to the ball. Maliki's physicality and ability to shed blockers allow him to control the line of scrimmage, disrupt plays in the backfield, and make high-impact stops. His combination of speed, strength, and awareness makes him a sideline-to-sideline force, capable of changing the momentum of a game with tackles, tackles for loss, and key defensive plays.      Noah is a dominant, game-changing linebacker who finished the season with 148 total tackles, 75 solo stops, and an impressive 26.0 tackles for loss. He plays with a rare combination of instincts, speed, and physicality, consistently diagnosing plays quickly, triggering downhill, and attacking the backfield before the offense can react. Noah excels at shedding blockers, filling gaps, and finishing with authority, making him a constant disruptive force against both the run and the pass. His high TFL total highlights his ability to penetrate the line, create negative plays, and swing momentum for his team. Beyond the backfield, he shows sideline-to-sideline range, closing on ball carriers with precision, while his awareness in coverage allows him to make critical plays on screens, checkdowns, or short passes. Noah is a true defensive centerpiece whose presence elevates every play around him.    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/NoahMcPeak02/status/2034108783689904628?s=20 </div></figure>    Grant is a physical, sideline-to-sideline linebacker who consistently impacts the game with his presence. He reads plays quickly, fills gaps with speed and aggression, and attacks downhill to disrupt the offense in the backfield. Grant excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and making high-impact tackles, whether in run support or near the line of scrimmage. His combination of instincts, range, and toughness allows him to make plays across the field.      Brody is a relentless, high-impact linebacker who finished the season with 146 total tackles, including 101 solo stops, and averaged 11.0 tackles for loss. He plays with physicality and urgency, consistently diagnosing plays quickly, taking the correct angles, and attacking the backfield to create negative plays. Brody excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and controlling the line of scrimmage, making him a constant disruption against both the run and the pass. His sideline-to-sideline range, combined with his instincts and awareness in coverage, allows him to make plays across the field, force turnovers, and swing momentum. Brody is a true defensive cornerstone whose presence elevates the entire defense.      Zack is a physical, playmaking linebacker who totaled 143 tackles, including 98 solo stops, and averaged 11.0 tackles for loss. He consistently attacks the line of scrimmage with speed and precision, shedding blockers and finishing through contact to disrupt plays in the backfield. Zack's instincts allow him to read and react quickly, while his sideline-to-sideline range ensures he's around the ball on nearly every snap. He can make high-impact stops against the run, pressure the quarterback, and create turnovers, making him a versatile, reliable force who anchors the defense and sets the tone for his team.      Cash is a relentless, playmaking linebacker who totaled 143 tackles, including 27 solo stops, showing a knack for being around the football on every play. He consistently reads and reacts quickly, taking proper angles to fill gaps and attack downhill with physicality. Cash excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and making high-impact stops that disrupt the rhythm of the offense. Beyond his tackling, he demonstrates sideline-to-sideline range, closing on ball carriers with speed and precision, and can make plays in coverage, forcing incompletions or turnovers. His combination of instincts, toughness, and motor makes him a constant presence.      Ahkee is a physical, hard-hitting linebacker who totaled 141 tackles, including 70 solo stops, showcasing his ability to consistently make plays all over the field. He reads and diagnoses plays quickly, attacks downhill with urgency, and takes proper angles to reach the ball carrier. Ahkee excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and making impactful stops in both the run and pass game. His sideline-to-sideline range, toughness, and football instincts allow him to disrupt plays, support teammates, and swing momentum, making him a reliable and central presence on defense.      Jack is a disciplined, high-effort linebacker who consistently impacts the game with his physicality and instincts. He reads plays quickly, fills gaps with precision, and attacks downhill to disrupt the offense in the backfield. Jack excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and making high-impact tackles, whether near the line of scrimmage or in open space. His sideline-to-sideline range and awareness in coverage allow him to defend passes, force turnovers, and make plays across the field. Jack is a reliable, versatile defender whose presence sets the tone for the defense and elevates those around him.      Coper is a physical, instinctive linebacker who consistently shows up around the football. On film, he diagnoses plays quickly, attacks downhill with purpose, and takes strong angles to meet ball carriers at the point of attack. He does a great job shedding blockers, staying disciplined in his gaps, and finishing through contact to limit extra yardage. Coper also shows sideline-to-sideline range, allowing him to track plays outside the box, close on screens, and disrupt developing runs. His awareness in space and ability to stay around the ball make him a reliable presence in the middle of the defense.      Josh is a disruptive, playmaking linebacker who finished the season with 134 total tackles, 40 solo stops, and an impressive 22.0 tackles for loss. He consistently attacks the line of scrimmage with speed and physicality, quickly diagnosing plays and taking the proper angles to penetrate the backfield. Josh excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and creating negative plays, making him a constant threat against the run. His combination of sideline-to-sideline range, instincts, and awareness allows him to make plays in coverage and force turnovers, giving his defense an edge on every snap. Josh is a true defensive difference-maker, capable of changing the momentum of a game with his presence and high-impact plays.      Kobin is a versatile, high-impact linebacker who finished the season with 131 tackles, 16 tackles for loss, 4 sacks, and 3 interceptions. He plays with a relentless motor, reading and diagnosing plays quickly to attack downhill with physicality and precision. Kobin excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and making disruptive plays in the backfield, while his instincts and awareness allow him to drop into coverage and create turnovers. His combination of speed, strength, and sideline-to-sideline range allows him to make plays across the field, whether it's stopping the run, pressuring the quarterback, or breaking on short passes. He demonstrates an ability to anticipate plays before they develop, put himself in the right position, and consistently put the offense on its heels. Kobin's toughness, awareness, and timing make him a disruptive force on every snap.      Lawson is a dynamic, all-around linebacker who totaled 130 tackles, averaging 10.8 per game, with 16 tackles for loss, 4 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, 1 interception, 1 sack, 8 pass deflections, and 10 quarterback pressures. He consistently plays with urgency and physicality, reading plays quickly and attacking downhill to disrupt the offense in the backfield. Lawson excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and creating negative plays, while his instincts in coverage allow him to break up passes and force turnovers. His sideline-to-sideline speed, awareness, and versatility make him a constant problem for opposing offenses, capable of impacting every facet of the game.      Elijah is a high-impact, aggressive linebacker who totaled 126 tackles with 18 tackles for loss, 6 sacks, and 6 quarterback hurries. He consistently attacks the line of scrimmage with speed and physicality, shedding blockers and finishing through contact to disrupt plays in the backfield. Elijah shows excellent instincts and timing, allowing him to anticipate plays, create negative yardage, and apply pressure in both the run and pass game. Beyond his backfield disruption, he demonstrates sideline-to-sideline range, closing on ball carriers and quarterbacks with precision, and can drop into coverage to break up passes or force turnovers. Elijah's toughness, awareness, and relentless motor make him a multi-dimensional threat who consistently forces offenses to account for him on every snap.    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/elijaheche44/status/2014410400238882851?s=20 </div></figure>    Kelle is a physical, high-effort linebacker who totaled 125 tackles, including 70 solo stops, along with 4 sacks, showing his ability to consistently make plays all over the field. He attacks downhill with speed and power, reads plays quickly, and takes the proper angles to arrive at the ball with force. Kelle excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and creating negative plays in both the run and pass game. His sideline-to-sideline range, instincts, and awareness allow him to make plays in coverage, pressure the quarterback, and force turnovers. Beyond his statistics, Kelle demonstrates leadership on the field, communicating adjustments, rallying teammates, and setting a physical and disciplined tone for the defense. He consistently shows the ability to anticipate offensive schemes, put himself in position to make pivotal stops, and capitalize on opportunities to swing momentum. Kelle's combination of toughness, motor, versatility, and football intelligence makes him a complete linebacker who can impact every aspect of the game.    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/K_John5/status/1996963518495498304?s=20 </div></figure>    Kelle is a hard-hitting linebacker who totaled 125 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, and 2 sacks, showing his ability to make plays all over the field. On the field, he is a natural play-recognizer who reads the offense quickly, fills his assigned gaps with urgency, and attacks downhill with force. He excels at shedding blocks at the point of attack, taking proper angles to meet ball carriers, and finishing through contact to create negative plays. Kelle's sideline-to-sideline range allows him to track down plays outside the box, and his awareness in coverage gives him the ability to disrupt passes or force turnovers. Beyond the physical aspect, he communicates effectively on the field, helping align teammates, call adjustments, and ensure the defense flows cohesively.      Tristan is a high-effort, versatile linebacker who consistently impacts the game with his physicality and instincts. He totaled impressive tackle numbers while showing an ability to read plays quickly and attack downhill with precision. Tristan excels at shedding blocks, filling gaps, and making stops in both the run and pass game. He demonstrates sideline-to-sideline range, allowing him to track ball carriers, disrupt screens, and make plays outside the box.    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/tristan_gav/status/2024696659695882299?s=20 </div></figure>    Briggs is a physical, impactful linebacker who totaled 123 tackles, consistently making his presence felt on every play. He attacks downhill with speed and power, quickly diagnosing offensive schemes and taking the correct angles to meet ball carriers at the point of attack. Briggs excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and creating negative plays in both the run and pass game. His sideline-to-sideline range allows him to track runners, close on screens, and pursue plays outside the box, while his awareness in coverage gives him the ability to disrupt passes and force turnovers. On the field, Briggs communicates effectively, helping align teammates and ensuring the defense flows cohesively. His relentless motor, toughness, and versatility make him a cornerstone of the defense, capable of setting the tone physically, making game-changing stops, and controlling the tempo for his unit.    <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BriggsW40/status/1988481566117601499?s=20 </div></figure>    Cameron is a versatile and physical linebacker drawing attention from programs like North Texas, Louisiana, New Mexico, and more, showing the high regard coaches have for his play. He consistently reads plays quickly, attacks downhill, and takes proper angles to make impactful stops in both the run and pass game. Cameron excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and creating negative plays in the backfield, showing a knack for making high-impact stops. His sideline-to-sideline range allows him to track ball carriers across the field, pursue screens, and make plays outside the box, while his awareness in coverage gives him the ability to break up passes and create turnovers. On the field, Cameron also demonstrates leadership, helping align teammates, communicate adjustments, and maintain defensive discipline. With his combination of toughness, instincts, speed, and football intelligence, Cameron is a complete linebacker capable of changing the momentum of a game and being a foundational piece for any defensive scheme.      Bo is a physical, contact-loving linebacker who thrives in the thick of the action. On film, he shows exceptional instincts, consistently diagnosing plays before they develop and taking the proper angles to meet ball carriers in the hole. He attacks downhill with aggression, shedding blockers and finishing with force, making plays behind the line of scrimmage and in the open field. Bo demonstrates sideline-to-sideline range, tracking runners, closing on screens, and breaking on short passes, while his awareness in coverage allows him to disrupt passing lanes and create turnovers. He consistently puts himself in position to make high-impact plays, showing a clear understanding of leverage, spacing, and timing that separates him from other defenders on tape.      Avion is a physical, instinctive linebacker who consistently makes plays all over the field. On film, he reads offenses quickly, taking proper angles to fill gaps and attack downhill with authority. He excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and creating negative plays in both the run and pass game. Avion's sideline-to-sideline range allows him to pursue ball carriers, close on screens, and disrupt plays outside the box, while his awareness in coverage gives him the ability to break up passes, force turnovers, and pressure the quarterback. His combination of toughness, instincts, and football intelligence makes him a reliable, multi-dimensional presence who impacts every snap.      Cam is a versatile and physical linebacker drawing offers from programs like Utah, Southern Miss, Arkansas State, and North Texas, reflecting the attention his play has earned. On the field, he consistently reads offenses quickly, diagnoses plays, and attacks downhill with force. Cam excels at shedding blockers, taking proper angles, and finishing through contact to make high-impact stops in both the run and pass game. He demonstrates sideline-to-sideline range, tracking ball carriers, closing on screens, and disrupting plays outside the box, while his awareness in coverage allows him to break up passes, create turnovers, and pressure the quarterback. Film shows a player who combines toughness, speed, and instincts, making Cam a dynamic presence capable of changing the flow of a game and anchoring a defense.      Rocco is a dynamic, game-changing linebacker who led his team in tackles and sacks, finishing the season with 15 total tackles, around 75 solo stops, 11 tackles for loss, 7 sacks, and a pick-six. On film, he shows exceptional instincts, diagnosing plays quickly and attacking downhill with aggression and precision. Rocco excels at shedding blockers, finishing through contact, and creating negative plays in the backfield, while his sideline-to-sideline range allows him to pursue runners and quarterbacks effectively. He also demonstrates playmaking ability in coverage, evidenced by his interception returned for a touchdown. Rocco's combination of physicality, awareness, and timing makes him a disruptive force who consistently impacts every facet of the game.      Linton is a decisive, attacking linebacker who plays with confidence and control in the middle of the defense. On film, he keys in on the offense quickly, trusts what he sees, and shoots gaps with purpose to disrupt plays early. He shows strong hands when engaging blockers, working off contact to stay clean and position himself to make stops. Linton moves well in space, flowing laterally to track runners and close down angles before they develop. He also shows awareness in coverage, keeping plays in front of him and reacting quickly to the ball. His ability to stay disciplined while still playing fast makes him a consistent presence snap after snap.

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