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2017 NFL Draft big board: Top 10 linebacker prospects

By Dan Dahlke

Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Reuben Foster (10) celebrates after a play during the second quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2016 CFP National Championship at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Reuben Foster (10) celebrates after a play during the second quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2016 CFP National Championship at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports /
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Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Raekwon McMillan (5) against the Bowling Green Falcons at Ohio Stadium. Ohio State won the game 77-10. Mandatory Credit: Joe Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports
Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Raekwon McMillan (5) against the Bowling Green Falcons at Ohio Stadium. Ohio State won the game 77-10. Mandatory Credit: Joe Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Raekwon McMillan, Ohio State (6-2, 245) — Film Grade: 80.5

Quick Take: McMillan may not be the caliber athlete of Foster or Cunningham, but he’s a heady, instinctive linebacker who excels against the run. He plays with a strong base and does a nice job taking on blocks, holding the point of attack, and then shedding to make a play on the ball carrier. He also does a good job working through the trash and moving to the ball. The former Buckeye defensive captain is a solid prospect with few weaknesses, but isn’t necessarily an impact player on defense. He’s a solid Day 2 prospect.

Traits: 1. Athletic Ability (8/10)  2.Speed (7/10)  3. Mental Processing (9/10)  4. Strength (4.5/5)  5. Impact/Production (7/10)  6. Inside Run Defense (9/10)  7. Outside Run Defense (8/10)  8. Pass Coverage (8/10)  9. Pass Rush (3/5)  10. Block Shedding (4/5)  11. Motor (4/5)  12. Toughness/Physicality (4.5/5)  13. Tackling (4.5/5)

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