Linebacker play could be on the verge of returning to it’s old level of importance in the NFL.
The surge in defenses running two-high coverage shells to counter explosive passing offenses has allowed for a resurgence in running games league-wide. Considering that the base defense is now a nickel look, that places even more importance on finding versatile linebackers.
Alabama’s Jihaad Campbell brings near DB-like movement skills as well as the ability to defend the run and rush the passer.
The Giants’ linebackers have improved significantly over the last couple years, but could Campbell be a curveball to push them over the top?