Nick Horne brings reliable linebacker production and downhill edge to Eastern Illinois
Nick Horne profiles as a sturdy, assignment-sound linebacker with proven tackling production; in the 2017 season for Eastern Illinois, he finished with 38 solo tackles and 11.5 tackles for loss, including a 12-tackle game at Tennessee State, showing he can make plays behind the line when he’s triggered downhill.[6] At 6'2" and 220 pounds, he has the frame to handle inside work and the experience to fit a defense that values physicality and consistency.[5][6] If your team needs a mature, gap-conscious LB who can disrupt run schemes more than pile up flashy stats, he’s worth attention.[5][6]
