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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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Nov 5, 2016; Manhattan, KS, USA; Kansas State Wildcats linebacker Elijah Lee (9) celebrates a fumble recovery during a game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Bill Snyder Family Football Stadium. The Cowboys won the game, 43-37. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 5, 2016; Manhattan, KS, USA; Kansas State Wildcats linebacker Elijah Lee (9) celebrates a fumble recovery during a game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Bill Snyder Family Football Stadium. The Cowboys won the game, 43-37. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-USA TODAY Sports /

6. Elijah Lee, Kansas State (6-3, 228) — Film Grade: 78.0

Quick Take: Lee is a great athlete with good straight-line speed and ability in coverage. Against the run, he’ll make a living outside the tackle box making plays in pursuit. Lee’s size could be a concern for teams expecting him to stick his nose in the action and hold his own as an A-gap defender. Lee is best when he can drop and play in space. He’s a great fit as a nickel linebacker and third-down defender.

Traits: 1. Athletic Ability (9/10)  2.Speed (9/10)  3. Mental Processing (9/10)  4. Strength (3/5)  5. Impact/Production (8/10)  6. Inside Run Defense (6/10)  7. Outside Run Defense (9/10)  8. Pass Coverage (9/10)  9. Pass Rush (2/5)  10. Block Shedding (2.5/5)  11. Motor (4/5)  12. Toughness/Physicality (3.5/5)  13. Tackling (4/5)

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