This year's linebacker corps should be interesting for multiple reasons. First off, the new defensice coorinador John Chavis is known for his linebackers so him coming in will have a huge effect on this area of the defense. Second, when John Chavis came to LSU he converted the top tackler on last year's team, Harry Coleman, from safety to Sam Linebacker. At the depth chart he will back-up Kelvin Sheppard, but I am sure that he will get plenty of playing time. Sheppard plays both middle and strong side linebacker so he will be seen. Perry Riley is back at weakside and Jacob Cutrera at middle. Basically LSU returns 3 starters since Darry Beckwith was out with injuries last year, giving all the starters playing time. With Chavis taking the reins here, I see Linebackers becoming a star position at LSU.
Grade: B- LSU pretty much returns 3 starters at LB, but it will be interesting to see how these guys react to the new Chavis defense.
Real Deal: Harry Coleman, I bet alot of people didn't see this coming, but he is known as the hardest hitter on the team. The reason he had the most tackles last year is because he constant got beat on pass protection, but at linebacker, he will be able to cover that extra receiver, tight end, or running back with ease.
Starters: WLB Perry Riley, MLB Jacob Cutrera, SLB Kelvin Sheppard (this could change mid-season depending on the addjustment Coleman makes)
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