Jimmy Marchese is a high-motor, special-teams-first linebacker with proven depth value
Marchese’s calling card is reliability: at Richmond, he played in all 12 games with two starts at linebacker while handling a major special-teams role, finishing with 18 tackles and a tackle for loss in the 2019 season.[1] He previously showed he could flash in bigger spots at Illinois, including a five-tackle performance against Nebraska and a 9-tackle career high versus Rutgers, which suggests he can contribute when called upon.[2][4] He’s a fit for teams needing a physical, assignment-sound linebacker who brings effort, experience, and roster flexibility more than headline-grabbing production.[1][2]
