It is genuinely challenging to find pro-ready linebackers like Jack Campbell in the draft. He completely dominated at Iowa and subsequently won the Butkus Award for best Linebacker. That is an impressive feat, and his film was quite pleasant to watch as well. Recently at the combine, he put up impressive numbers for being such a large player. While his upside may not be what you’re looking for, he has a safe floor you can rely on.
Two all-22 games and two Youtube games were evaluated. This scouting report includes grades on all relevant traits based on his film. His scouting report also factored in stats and analytics, such as PFF grades. Use promo code TREYSCHNEIDER on Underdog Fantasy to match your deposit up to $100. Please gamble responsibly and leave your feedback on Twitter @FBIntellect.
| Profile |
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| 1st LB / 2nd RD | 6’5 / 249 | Class – SR | College – Iowa |
| Pro Comparison |
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| C.J. Moseley |
| Scheme |
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| Mike |
2022:
REC – 39
TGT – 42
INT – 2
FF – 1
TKL – 125
TFL – 5.5
2021:
REC – 26
TGT – 39
INT – 2
FF – 1
TKL – 140
TFL – 3.5
In this clip above, Campbell quickly identifies the run and triggers on the ball before it is even-handed off. He then made the tackle in the backfield.
In this one, he gets a very impressive pick on C.J. Stroud. He is in zone, appearing to be playing a 3 REC hook zone. He simply reads the eyes of the QB and intercepts the passing lane Stroud was looking towards.
Here he makes another great read and gets himself a run stop. He quickly triggered on the ball and aggressively pursued the HB.
Each trait/attribute is graded 1-7.
| Traits | Immediate | Potential |
| SPD | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| ACC | 5.6 | 5.6 |
| AGI | 5.6 | 5.8 |
| STR | 5.6 | 5.8 |
| SIZ | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| IQ | 4.8 | 6.2 |
| MAN | 3.8 | 4.8 |
| ZCV | 4.8 | 5.8 |
| INS | 5 | 6.4 |
| BKS | 4.5 | 5.4 |
| PUR | 4.5 | 5.4 |
| TAC | 4.8 | 5.8 |
| PRM | 3.6 | 4.8 |
| LB Key | LB Key Cont. |
|---|---|
| SPD – Speed ACC – Acceleration AGI – Agility STR – Strength SIZ – Size/ Length IQ – Football IQ/ Awareness MAN – Man Coverage | ZCV – Zone Coverage INS – Instincts BKS – Block Shedding PUR – Pursuit TAC – Tackling PRM – Pass Rush Moves |
Pros
Cons
Final Conclusion
Jack Campbell is a safe bet to be a quality starter bringing him excellent value. You just want to see world-class athleticism to be a first-round guy – something he doesn’t have. Though in a world where quality starters at LB are rare, he’d be a fabulous addition in the mid-second round.
Combine
40 yd: 4.65
10 yd: 1.59
Shuttle: 4.24
3 cone: 6.74
Broad: 128
Vertical: 37.5
Bench:
Arm Length: 31 7/8
Hand Size: 10 1/4
Grading Key
POT – Potential: players’ highest upside
IMP – Impact: player’s immediate impact
| Draft Grade Formula | |
| Age: 21-22: | POT=(28%) IMP=(72%) |
| Age: 23-24: | POT=(26%) IMP=(74%) |
| Age:-25+: | POT=(24%) IMP=(76%) |
| Good/ bad character: | POT=(+2%/-2%) IMP=(-2%/+2%) |
| Injury: | POT=(-1%) in increments |
| OVR Grade Weight: |
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| Coverage=35% Run Defense=35% Hybrid=30% |
| Individual trait scale (1-7): |
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| 7 – Rare world-class skill; best in the league and no room for improvement | 6 – Great-elite skill; one of the best at that given trait but still has some room to improve | 5 – Very good; above average and has potential to be elite | 4 – Average; able to suffice but, not ideal long-term | 3 – Below average; able to suffice at college level | 2 – Poor; hinders overall play and is a liability to the team | 1 – Awful; not good enough to play given position at any level above D2 | Note: Consistency plays a large factor. |
| Overall Draft grade scale (15-100, realistically: 50-86): |
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| 85 – Perfect prospect | 83 – Perennial all-pro | 81 – Bluechip prospect | 80 – Likely all-pro | 79 – Day one quality starter or superstar potential | 78 – Day one starter w/ all-pro upside | 77 – Day one starter w/ high-end upside | 76 – Day One Starter | 75 – Boom or bust | 74 – Will become quality starter within 2-3 years | 73 – Boom or bust (high risk) | 72 – Will become starter within 2-3 years | 71 – Day-one backup with starter upside |
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