Bucky Brooks' Top 5: Outside Linebackers

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Penn State defensive end Abdul Carter (11) runs around the edge during an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, in Los Angeles. Penn State defeated USC in overtime, 33-30. (Ryan Kang via AP)

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Tennessee defensive lineman James Pearce Jr. (27) during the pre game warm up of an NCAA college football game Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Scott Kinser)

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National team defensive lineman Mike Green of Marshall (15) runs through drills during practice for the Senior Bowl NCAA college football game, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, in Mobile, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

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Georgia defensive lineman Mykel Williams (13) follows a play against Florida during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

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Boston College's Donovan Ezeiruaku sacks Sayracuse quarterback Garrett Shrader during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, in Boston. (AP Photo/Mark Stockwell)

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Bucky Brooks' Top 5: Wide Receivers

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Bucky Brooks' Top 5: Linebackers

Versatile defenders with pass-rush potential. NFL.com's Bucky Brooks ranks his top five linebacker prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Bucky Brooks' Top 5: Tight Ends

Part blocker, part receiver. NFL.com's Bucky Brooks ranks his top five tight end prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Bucky Brooks' Top 5: Defensive Ends

As we edge closer to the draft, NFL.com's Bucky Brooks ranks his top five defensive end prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Bucky Brooks' Top 5: Running Backs

The countdown to the draft continues, coming out of the backfield. NFL.com's Bucky Brooks ranks his top five running back prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Bucky Brooks' Top 5: Safeties

The countdown continues with the last line of defense. NFL.com's Bucky Brooks ranks his top five safety prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Bucky Brooks' Top 5: Nickelbacks

Counting down to the draft continues with lockdown mode. NFL.com's Bucky Brooks ranks his top five nickelback prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Bucky Brooks' Top 5: Offensive Tackles

Edge protectors report in. NFL.com's Bucky Brooks ranks his top five offensive tackle prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Bucky Brooks' Top 5: Cornerbacks

They've got you covered. NFL.com's Bucky Brooks ranks his top five cornerback prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Bucky Brooks' Top 5: Interior Offensive Line

It starts in the trenches. NFL.com's Bucky Brooks ranks his top five interior offensive line prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Bucky Brooks' Top 5: Defensive Tackles

As we count down to the draft, NFL.com's Bucky Brooks reveals his top five prospects at each position in this year's draft, kicking things off on the defensive side of the ball with his top five defensive tackle prospects.