Athleticism is something that’s become more and more coveted at the linebacker position in the NFL Draft as the league is centered around the passing game. The Las Vegas Raiders are in the market for a backer and Arkansas’ Drew Sanders, who was the No. 1 ranked athlete coming out of high school, could be exactly what they’re looking for.
Sanders originally went to Alabama and lined up as an edge rusher before transferring and switching positions for the Razorbacks. That decision ended up being fruitful as he was a finalist for the Butkus Award and received the second-highest PFF grade (79.