According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Indianapolis Colts’ Zaire Franklin received an “honorable mention” as one of the NFL’s best off-ball linebackers ahead of the 2024 season:
Zaire Franklin, Indianapolis Colts
“Really disruptive. The way Gus [Bradley] plays him, he can fly around and cause turnovers.” — AFC coordinator
It’s regarding an annual ESPN league survey conducted among league executives, coaches, and scouts alike.
Despite finishing 1st in the AFC in total tackles (179) [*and 2nd most in the NFL] this past season, Franklin failed to crack the Top 10 among the NFL’s best 2024 off-ball linebackers in league circles—but he’s getting ever-closer.