2015 NFL Draft: Top 25 Final Big Board

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Sep 20, 2014; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs linebacker Benardrick McKinney (50) tackles LSU Tigers running back Terrence Magee (18) during the second half of a game at Tiger Stadium. Mississippi State defeated LSU 34-29. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

15. Benardrick McKinney, LB (Miss St)

This is one of my favorite players in this draft class. McKinney is a speedy linebacker who goes and finds the football. He can make plays all over the football field and often meets running backs in the backfield.

McKinney is a 6-4 246 pound headhunter on the football field. He is an exceptional blitzer. McKinney is an instinctive player with a high football IQ. He has the strength to fight off blocks and the speed and intelligence to take angles that avoid blocks.

McKinney is an exceptional defender in space. He is not a liability in coverage and he can stay on the field in sub packages. This is an every down middle linebacker, with sideline to sideline speed.

McKinney is the most athletic interior linebacker in this draft class. He could be a really special playmaker for the team he is drafted by.

Next: 14. Marcus Peters, CB (Washington)