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The Good, the Bad, the Ugly: Linebackers
- Jaxton Eck is viewed as the Mountain West’s top returning linebacker with a strong supporting cast.
- New Mexico’s linebacker group is highlighted for its impact on run and pass defense.
- Boise State faces concerns due to the loss of a key leader and a drafting of new faces.
- Utah State’s front seven shows potential in pass rush despite run-stopping gaps.
- Northern Illinois is projected to struggle with the switch to the Mountain West due to front-seven gaps.
- UTEP’s linebackers must offset weak run defense with improved personnel and scheme.
- North Dakota State is praised for athletic front seven capable of immediate impact in the Mountain West.
- The article emphasizes depth, athleticism, and leadership as critical for defense this fall.
- There is an expectation of significant improvement with portal additions at linebacker for some teams.
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