Charlie Christopher’s a high-motor, productive Ohio linebacker with early-impact traits
Christopher profiles as an **active, physical LB** who already produced for Ohio in 2025, appearing in all 13 games and posting **63 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, two pass breakups, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery**.[4][1] The appeal is his all-around defensive footprint: he can finish plays, create disruption, and stay on the field, which fits a staff looking for reliability and toughness. His high school résumé also points to a proven tackler and leader, and EA’s 2026 ratings highlight strong **pursuit, tackling, awareness, and block-shedding** traits.[4][6]
