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Saints eye linebacker depth at NFL Combine

Feb 27, 2025 | 2:00 PM

By Ross Jackson

INDIANAPOLIS – While the defensive line for the New Orleans Saints is sure to see the most change under new defensive coordinator Brandon Staley, the linebacker room will see some shakeups, as well. Beyond the team’s current needs, it’s essential to plan for the future at the position.

Behind starters Demario Davis and Pete Werner, the team has a lot of young and promising options. They could look to add to that group in this year’s draft.

Here are five of several linebackers to watch closely as workouts and on-field drills kick off at the NFL Scouting Combine, should they participate.

 

Georgia LB Jalon Walker

  • 6-foot-1
  • 243 pounds
  • Career stats: 89 tackles (19 for a loss), 12.5 sacks, 0 interceptions, 3 passes defended
  • 2024 snaps: 195 pass rush, 249 run defense, 178 coverage

Alabama LB Jihaad Campbell

  • 6-foot-2
  • 235 pounds
  • Career stats: 184 tackles (16 for a loss), 5.5 sacks, 2 interceptions, 5 passes defended
  • 2024 snaps: 99 pass rush, 351 run defense, 331 coverage

South Carolina LB Demetrius Knight II

  • 6-foot-2
  • 235 pounds
  • Career stats: 229 tackles (17 for a loss), 4.5 sacks, 0 interceptions, 7 passes defended
  • 2024 snaps: 30 pass rush, 253 run defense, 289 coverage

Ole Miss LB Chris Paul Jr.

  • 6-foot-1
  • 222 pounds
  • Career stats: 225 tackles (27 for a loss), 9.5 sacks, 1 interceptions, 0 passes defended
  • 2024 snaps: 75 pass rush, 268 run defense, 278 coverage

Oklahoma LB Danny Stutsman

  • 6-foot-3
  • 233 pounds
  • Career stats: 376 tackles (37 for a loss), 8 sacks, 3 interceptions, 8 passes defended
  • 2024 snaps: 73 pass rush, 326 run defense, 310 coverage