#30 OverallLBRound 1 Prospect
Danny Stutsman
Oklahoma
Height6'4"
Weight241 lbs
Draft Status2026 Eligible
NFL CompJack Campbell
Scouting Report & Film Evaluation
The heartbeat and vocal commander of Oklahoma's defense. Stutsman is a classic throwback thumper who fills interior gaps with authority, sheds lead blockers, and provides reliable hook-curl zone coverage drops.
Key Strengths
- Old-School Physicality
- Gap Identification
- Vocal Defensive Leadership
- Tackling Reliability
Areas for Development
- Speed match vs dynamic running backs in space
- Hip turn acceleration
Draft Projection & Valuation
Projected RoundRound 1
Draft WindowPick 26-36
Positional ValueTier 2 (High)
NFL Scheme & Roster Fit
Danny Stutsman projects as an impactful LB at the NFL level with immediate starter upside. Organizations drafting in the first round that run modern, scheme-versatile setups will covet his combination of film execution and athletic traits.
The pro comparison to Jack Campbell underscores his ceiling: high football IQ, reliable technical consistency, and game-changing playmaking when the contest is on the line.
Offensive architects looking for versatile playmakers will scheme creative touches in space and red-zone opportunities.
