Buddy Johnson is an LB out of Texas A&M. The tier model reads him as a bust-risk — 5% elite, 9% starter.
Character
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Johnson developed into a highly respected team leader during his time with the Aggies.”
Production Context
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Blue-collar inside linebacker with good size and a forceful demeanor to stake his claim inside the box.”
Technique
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “He meets power with power when taking on blockers and does a nice job of playing off and finding his way toward the runner.”
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“…Blue-collar inside linebacker with good size and a forceful demeanor to stake his claim inside the box. Johnson developed into a highly respected team leader during his time with the Aggies. In just his second year at inside linebacker, Johnson showed great improvement in pursuit leverage and recognition of blocking schemes, but is still learning to recognize the best pathways to the football. He meets power with pow…”
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