The linebacking core of the Detroit Lions roster could be the most underrated unit of the entire squad. In 2014, it was the defensive line that received a majority of the credit for the Lions No. 2 ranked defense. Now, with the big men in the middle of the d-line gone, and new talent brought it, 2015 may be the time to shine for this stout group of individuals.
When a kid thinks about what position they want to play on defense in football, it’s usually linebacker. Linebackers are the portrait of toughness and grit that epitomizes the game of football.