LSU’s Fast-Rising, Playmaking Linebacker with NFL Traits
Jacob Phillips brings the kind of downhill violence and field range that translates fast at linebacker: at LSU, he was a trusted run stopper with NFL-caliber closing speed, strong tackling instincts, and the versatility to play in space or attack the backfield. His biggest differentiators are his urgency, physicality, and ability to diagnose plays quickly—traits that made him a plug-and-play defender and a fit for aggressive schemes. If you want a linebacker who can help set the tone and add toughness, he’s the real deal.