So as the draft approaches, while Cardinals fans will pay special attention to the defensive linemen and edge guys, linebacker is worth paying attention to. Draft Wire's Curt Popejoy updated his defensive prospect rankings recently.

In the first installment of our 11-part series, we reveal the strength of the off-ball linebacker class, led by Alabama's Jihaad Campbell.

Here is a collection of linebacker prospects the Lions could draft in every round of the 2025 draft. Campbell is a versatile player who could play a number of different roles within an NFL defense. He's a fluid athlete with the ability to run down the field in coverage and can also put heat on opposing passers as a blitzer.