LaMarcus Thompson of Tennessee ~ 6.1/230
"A thin, undersized outside linebacker prospect who can be absolutely handled at the point of attack in the run game. Struggles to even take on tight ends on contact and is routinely driven down the field. Exhibits good read and diagnose skills inside and knows how to quickly find the football. However, he lacks ideal power as a tackler, will overrun plays and isn't a real consistent wrap-up guy inside.
Showcases above-average range in pursuit and can close quickly on the football from the backside. However, for his size, he isn't nearly as fluid in coverage as you would suspect and struggles to cleanly flip his hips and change directions in space.
Impression: An undersized 'backer who has some natural range, but because of his lack of power inside the box, he's going to have a real tough time making an NFL roster."
Showcases above-average range in pursuit and can close quickly on the football from the backside. However, for his size, he isn't nearly as fluid in coverage as you would suspect and struggles to cleanly flip his hips and change directions in space.
Impression: An undersized 'backer who has some natural range, but because of his lack of power inside the box, he's going to have a real tough time making an NFL roster."
"Bio: Two-year starter who finished with 60 tackles as a senior when he intercepted one pass and broke up four more. Junior numbers included 35 tackles.
Positive: Competitive yet undersized linebacker who goes hard sideline to sideline. Breaks down well, collapses laterally, and makes plays in space. Remains disciplined with assignments, has fluid footwork moving in every direction, and shows a burst of speed. Relatively strong for his size.
Negative: Marginally productive in college. Lacks bulk and struggles getting off blocks once engaged at the point.
Analysis: Thompson was a solid college linebacker and possesses enough skills to get consideration as a backup weak side defender in a conventional alignment."
Positive: Competitive yet undersized linebacker who goes hard sideline to sideline. Breaks down well, collapses laterally, and makes plays in space. Remains disciplined with assignments, has fluid footwork moving in every direction, and shows a burst of speed. Relatively strong for his size.
Negative: Marginally productive in college. Lacks bulk and struggles getting off blocks once engaged at the point.
Analysis: Thompson was a solid college linebacker and possesses enough skills to get consideration as a backup weak side defender in a conventional alignment."
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