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NFL Draft 2016: Pro comparisons for top 10 prospects

By Gabe Encinas

Jan 10, 2015; Frisco, TX, USA; North Dakota State Bison quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass during pre game warmups against the Illinois State Redbirds at Pizza Hut Park. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 10, 2015; Frisco, TX, USA; North Dakota State Bison quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass during pre game warmups against the Illinois State Redbirds at Pizza Hut Park. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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September 5, 2015; Pasadena, CA, USA; Virginia Cavaliers running back Olamide Zaccheaus (33) runs the ball against the defense of UCLA Bruins linebacker Myles Jack (30) during the first half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
September 5, 2015; Pasadena, CA, USA; Virginia Cavaliers running back Olamide Zaccheaus (33) runs the ball against the defense of UCLA Bruins linebacker Myles Jack (30) during the first half at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports /

Myles Jack is such an odd specimen. He’s been worked out as a running back, safety and linebacker by NFL teams and whether he’s a better linebacker or safety, I’m not sure. This hybrid position is something that is starting to catch on with defenses, with the Mark Barron and Deone Bucannon being two prime suspects.

Whoever drafts Jack, presumably in the top five, seems likely to move him to linebacker as a hybrid. Because of that, it’s easy to slap the Barron or Bucannon label on him. But I’m going to go with a guy like NaVarro Bowman, who has been his typical comparison.

I don’t think you really can find a true pro comparison, Jack has too many physical attributes to match him up to just one player. He can play in coverage, attack the quarterback, anything a coordinator wants him to. His knee is going to be a concern for some teams, but when he is a fully healthy, Jack has the potential to be one of the best linebackers.

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