2020 NFL Draft: 5 LBs for Bills to consider in second round

Here are five linebackers that could be on the board when the Bills make their pick on April 24th. 

Texas Tech linebacker Jordyn Brooks. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Jordyn Brooks | Texas Tech

Brooks was another tackling machine in this group, culminating with 108 total tackles during his senior year. He’s aggressive, as he finished this past year with 20 tackles for loss. Aside from a solid tackler, Brooks moves into the point of attack well, taking good angles of pursuit. He’ll have to develop his coverage a bit more as he moves into the next level. Brooks displayed at the scouting combine that he’s got speed to his game, notching a 4.54 second 40-yard dash time, the seventh-best among linebackers. 

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Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Malik Harrison. Credit: Joe Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports

Malik Harrison | Ohio State

Harrison is an aggressive player. On tape, he attacked downhill very well, limiting opponents’ running games. He moves well in space; Harrison can also change directions easily. Harrison’s skill set lends well to playing multiple positions. His coverage skills will need to be expanded at the professional level. He recorded 75 total tackles and 4.5 sacks last year. Harrison showed at the scouting combine that he’s an athlete, too. His vertical jump of 36 inches was the sixth-best among linebackers which his 6.38 3-cone drill was the position group’s best.