high-volume, high-intensity linebacker who turns instincts into production
Franklin is a tone-setting linebacker whose game is built on relentless tackling, leadership, and durability, with Syracuse showing he could handle the middle of a defense and the NFL proving he can pile up production when trusted as an every-down starter. He stands out less for flashy traits than for football IQ, pursuit, and motor—qualities that make him a strong fit for teams that want a dependable linebacker who diagnoses quickly, plays with edge, and raises the standard of the defense.
