Joel Skotte brings size, toughness, and proven linebacker instincts
Skotte’s profile is built around **physical run support**, **sound tackling technique**, and **speed to the ball**—traits that made him a highly regarded Oregon prep recruit and a two-time team captain at Mountain View. He started the first four games in 2013 and was named to Pac-12 All-Academic honorable mention, but his progress was interrupted by **neck surgery after the 2013 season**, so durability and recovery history matter when evaluating him. If you want a linebacker with leadership traits and a downhill mentality, he fits that mold well, though his long-term value depends on health and return to form.[3][6]
