Former LSU linebacker Duke Riley is receiving high praise leading up to the 2017 NFL draft.
According to NFL.com‘s Bucky Brooks, scouts have anticipated big things from LSU linebackers based on the recent success of fellow former Tigers Kwon Alexander and Deion Jones. While Kendell Beckwith was the name many expected to generate draft buzz in the fall, Riley has since grabbed scouts’ attention after a strong combine performance.
The senior, who led LSU with 93 tackles, led all linebackers in the 40-yard dash (4.58 seconds), three-cone drill (6.89) and 20-yard shuttle (4.21). He also recorded a 34.