Alabama linebacker Reggie Ragland has reportedly turned himself into a coveted NFL prospect this season, according to Charlie Campbell of Walter Football.
Sources from multiple teams have taken a notice in Ragland, and he has proven to be a really good football player, according to Campbell. While some think that Ragland is not a special athlete, his instincts and toughness are bringing him up draft boards.
Ragland has already been named as a semifinalist for three major college awards, including the Lombardi Award, the Butkus Award, and the Chuck Bednarik Award. The Alabama linebacker is consistently around the ball during games, and scouts will likely be watching him heavily on Saturday. The Crimson Tide face an undefeated LSU team this weekend, and scouts will probably keep a close eye on how Ragland performs against college football's top running back Leonard Fournette.
The Houston Texans reportedly sent scouts to watch Alabama's practice this past Wednesday, and they were keeping a close eye on Ragland. The senior linebacker already has 71 combined tackles this season, with five tackles for loss and two sacks. Ragland is listed at 6-foot-2, 252 pounds and is a physical linebacker against the run.
Ragland has shown that he can cover tight ends and stop the run this season, and many NFL teams will be interested in the Alabama linebacker. Ragland can help his status this season, as more attention will be brought if Alabama continues to win. Scouts will keep a close eye on Ragland this week, as he is likely one of the most improved prospects this season.
