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Summary

Teddye Buchanan is a big, sleek and twitchy off-ball linebacker with a high-motor and an energetic style. His range is a clear strength, aided by impressive burst and the ability to sustain speed in pursuit. While his length is adequate, his quick reactions and plus athleticism compensate. Buchanan’s blitzing ability stands out with his explosion, closing speed and fearless approach, although edge rushing won’t likely be a major part of his NFL game.

In coverage, Buchanan shows solid instincts, spatial awareness and ball skills. He processes route concepts well but has room to refine his techniques. His block-defeating skills are functional, often slipping past blockers rather than engaging directly. A reliable tackler with a quick recovery ability, his aggressive style can sometimes lead him to bite on play-action or misdirection. As an older prospect, Buchanan's developmental upside may be slightly limited, but his athleticism, versatility and competitive edge make him an intriguing sleeper at linebacker.

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2024: First-team All-ACC (team-high 114 tackles and 12.0 tackles for loss)
2023 (at Cal-Davis); Second-team All-Big Sky

Strengths

Plays with urgency and an energetic, high-motor style
Impressive burst and range, with strong blitzing and pursuit skills
Reliable tackler with a solid base of coverage skills and spatial awareness

Weaknesses

Tends to bite on misdirection and play action, losing his assignment
Needs to improve ball skills and overall coverage instincts
Lacks refinement as a blocker and can be overwhelmed by stronger offensive linemen