Whit Weeks LB LSU | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Whit Weeks LB LSU
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| PLAY STYLE: MULI-ROLE LB | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 05/21/2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.60 seconds (79%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 20.4 DOB: 01/07/2005 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| PLAY STYLE: MULI-ROLE LB | |
| Last Updated: 05/21/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2026 | |
| 40 time: 4.60 seconds (79%*) | |
| Age: 20.4 DOB: 01/07/2005 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 85.2 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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79% |
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| Tackling: |
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84% |
| Pass Rush: |
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87% |
| Run Defense: |
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86% |
| Coverage: |
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62% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
3rd
Overall Rank:
#73
Position rank:
#7
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| College Games: 22 College Snaps: 1006 | ||
ESPN RATING: 81/100
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247 RATING: 95/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.8 (95%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Carson Schwesinger - UCLA |
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87% |
| Chris Paul Jr. - Ole Miss |
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85% |
| Edgerrin Cooper - Texas A&M |
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84% |
Draft Profile: Bio
The blonde-haired force of nature they call "Sunshine" has been carving a path of destruction through the SEC for two seasons now. At 6'2", 228 pounds, Whit Weeks arrived at LSU as a high-pedigree recruit with football in his bloodlines, the son of former Georgia offensive lineman David Weeks. What started as a promising freshman campaign in 2023 evolved into an absolute breakout sophomore season where Weeks established himself as one of the most productive defenders in all of college football.Weeks' journey from Oconee County High School in Georgia to becoming the heartbeat of LSU's defense has been nothing short of remarkable. A versatile athlete who dominated on both sides of the ball in high school, Weeks brought that same multi-dimensional skill set to Baton Rouge. His sophomore campaign was historically significant - amassing 125 tackles (8th highest single-season total in LSU history), 10 tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks, and creating havoc with 2 forced fumbles and an interception. His presence was most felt in the biggest moments, delivering monster 17+ tackle performances against both Alabama and Oklahoma, earning SEC Defensive Player of the Week honors twice.
The third-year linebacker enters the 2025 season with a unique family dynamic, playing alongside both his older brother West and younger brother Zach - the first time all three siblings will share a roster. After appearing in 24 career games with 14 starts, accumulating 174 tackles and 13.5 TFLs, Weeks has firmly established himself as an ascending talent that NFL teams are already eyeing for the 2026 draft. His trajectory was only briefly interrupted by a late-season lower-leg injury in the Texas Bowl against Baylor, but all signs point to a full recovery for what could be his final collegiate campaign.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Possesses rare sideline-to-sideline range with explosive trigger and closing burst that allows him to chase down ball carriers others simply can't reach.
- Film shows advanced diagnostic skills and processing speed—consistently identifies plays pre-snap and reacts with zero hesitation, often moving before offensive linemen can reach their landmarks.
- Plays with controlled violence as a tackler, striking through his target with excellent form and finishing ability that translates to his outstanding tackle production.
- Brings surprising juice as a blitzer, converting speed to power with natural timing that generated 19 pressures (3rd among SEC linebackers) despite limited rush opportunities.
- Shows advanced stack-and-shed technique against climbing linemen, using quick hands and leverage to slip blocks despite giving up significant weight in most matchups.
- Demonstrates natural feel in zone coverage with fluid hip transitions and spatial awareness, leading SEC linebackers with four pass breakups and two batted passes.
- Brings consistent nasty demeanor between the whistles—forced a momentum-shifting fumble against Ole Miss with under a minute in the half and later sacked QB on final regulation play.
- Football intelligence jumps off the tape with his command of defensive adjustments and ability to communicate shifts pre-snap, functioning as the defense's on-field coordinator.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Frame is concerning at just 228 pounds, creating occasional issues when directly taking on power blockers in the interior run game.
- Sometimes plays with excessive aggression that leaves him vulnerable to misdirection—Arkansas and Alabama both exploited his downhill tendencies with counter plays.
- Man coverage skills remain a work in progress, particularly against more nuanced route runners who can manipulate his aggressive positioning with double moves.
- Will occasionally trust his athleticism over technique in space, leading to compromised leverage and missed opportunities to properly funnel runners to help.
- Durability concerns emerged after suffering the lower-leg injury in bowl game—medical evaluations at the Combine will be crucial for his draft stock.
Scouting Report: Summary
At the next level, we're looking at a true three-down linebacker who brings immediate impact potential in multiple defensive schemes. The tape shows a defender with exceptional range and diagnostic ability who consistently plays faster than his timed speed. While his frame will cause some teams to hesitate, particularly those who prefer bigger-bodied traditional linebackers, his play strength and technique largely compensate for size limitations.The most intriguing aspect of Weeks' game is the balance between his instinctive run defense and his developing coverage skills. He's already advanced in zone concepts where his processing speed shines, though he'll need technical refinement against NFL-caliber route runners in man coverage situations. His blitz timing and finishing ability jump off the film, suggesting significant untapped potential as a pressure player despite limited volume in college. The occasional overaggression and susceptibility to misdirection will need addressing through coaching and experience.
Looking beyond the measurables, Weeks' consistent production against elite SEC competition speaks louder than any workout numbers. His performance in pivotal games shows a player wired for big moments. With continued physical development and technical refinement in coverage, there's legitimate first-round value here. The injury concerns will require thorough medical evaluation, but assuming a clean bill of health, his ceiling remains tremendously high as a defensive cornerstone who can thrive in today's speed-oriented NFL landscape.
How other scouting services rate Whit Weeks (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
76.3
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
9.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.