With the 2020 NFL draft a day away, it’s time to look at some of the late-round gems in this draft. One of them is Wyoming LB Logan Wilson. Wilson is a linebacker who can make an impact on any team. He’s 6’2″ and 241 pounds, ideal for a big middle linebacker. I doubt Wilson will be a useful pass rush threat as there are some block shedding issues in his game, but he could be a linebacker tantamount to Green Bay’s Blake Martinez. He is fast to plug up gaps in the run game and he would be an excellent spy or Tampa 2 linebacker as he has good instincts and dextrous hands. He finished with 105 tackles and 4 interceptions as a senior last year.
Wilson ran a 4.63 40 yard dash, which is decent for his size. If he slims down and gets a bit quicker, he could maybe even play as a safety in the league. Wilson could be a top tier backup and special teams player right away, and in two to three years, he could be a regular starter for any team. I would be surprised if he doesn’t get selected before the 5th round.
