Texas is home to one of the best linebackers in college football.
Fourth-year linebacker Jaylan Ford was named a third-team All-American by the Associated Press last season, totaling a career-high 119 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, two sacks, three forced fumbles and four interceptions.
Max Chadwick of Pro Football Focus (PFF) recently included Ford among his top 10 returning linebackers in college football. The Texas star landed at No. 7, trailing players such as Ohio State’s Tommy Eichenberg and LSU’s Harold Perkins.
Here’s a look at Chadwick’s rankings and why he believes each player is among the best in the country.