Duke Johnson II

Physical Profile

Listed at 6-1, 233 lbs. Taller than 21% and heavier than 89% of 2025 Linebacker prospects in the SEC Scouts database (136 with a listed size).

Play Style

Projects as an athletic, rangy linebacker who can cover ground sideline-to-sideline. His ability to earn Alabama's attention from a small program suggests he's a disruptive playmaker with excellent football IQ and closing burst to the football.

Strengths

• Elite closing speed and pursuit angles based on his high composite rating despite limited exposure
• Instinctive playmaker with natural feel for the position - rare for Alabama to prioritize a prospect with minimal recruiting buzz
• Exceptional upside potential given his rating from a small Georgia program where he likely dominated competition

Areas to Improve

• Technique refinement and fundamentals coaching that comes with elite-level instruction
• Strength and conditioning development to handle SEC physicality and size

College Projection

Redshirt candidate in Year 1 with potential to contribute on special teams. Could develop into a 2-3 year starter with proper development in Alabama's system, likely seeing meaningful snaps by sophomore season.

NFL Outlook

Has the composite rating profile of a potential mid-to-late round NFL Draft selection if he develops properly at Alabama and maximizes his athletic tools over 3-4 years

Best Fit

Perfect fit for Alabama's linebacker development system under Nick Saban, where raw athletic tools are refined into NFL-caliber players. Would also thrive in programs that emphasize linebacker versatility and coverage skills.