
Brian Reddy’s a promising, physical linebacker with early-career upside at Lafayette
In the 2006 season, Brian Reddy was competing for a starting linebacker role at Lafayette and had already earned notice as a good-looking athlete with size and versatility, though a dislocated elbow in spring practice briefly slowed his progress[1][4]. He entered college as a 6-4, 200-pound linebacker with multi-position prep experience, which suggests range, length, and adaptability—useful traits for a defense that values flexible front-seven pieces[2][7]. He looks like a fit for a team that wants developmental upside, toughness, and positional flexibility more than instant plug-and-play production[1][4].