NFL draft expert and SportsDay contributor Dane Brugler is back with another edition of his annual draft guide! Below is an excerpt from his scouting report of Boise State linebacker Leighton Vander Esch.
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Boise State LB Leighton Vander Esch
(6-4 1/4", 256 pounds)
BACKGROUND: A no-star linebacker recruit out of high school, Leighton Vander Esch grew up in Riggins, Idaho, (estimated population: 400) and was a three-sport star at Salmon River, helping lead the team to 1A Division-II state titles in both football and basketball his junior and senior years.