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[QUOTE="RF2044, post: 4501356, member: 40"]
We had five linebackers who played a lot this year, after the Thompson injury.

I'm just going to assume that Wax returns. If he does, he anchors what was a terrific unit this year. Thompson returns, so there's our middle linebacker.  McDonald's started most of the year, missing some time due to injury.  And Lowry and Sparrow played a ton, and looked like difference makers intermittently. Either one of those guys could slide into the lineup ahead of McDonald.

But there's five experience guys right off the bat, which gives us experienced depth and position flexibility.

And we have some intriguing options in the pipeline.  Rice was rated as the #2 JUCO linebacker in the country.  Bailey has great bloodlines (NFL'er Boss Bailey's kid).  And Mason is an athletic specimen.

In addition to Rice, we also add a 240 pound frosh who is one of the best players in New York state and seems physically suited to take over for Wax or Thompson down the road.

All of which points to the linebacker core being one of the most talented units on next year's team, with improved depth.  Some of those guys might have to wait their turn, but should at minimum contribute on special teams. The future looks bright for LB.
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