Ferocious, instinctive, athletic and disruptive. These adjectives apply to many of the nation's premier linebacker prospects who have commanded continuous collegiate interest throughout the 2015 recruiting cycle.

Seasons of high school game film and standout performances at showcase events like The Opening—an annual invite-only July camp in Beaverton, Oregon—have provided a strong sample size for several top-tier defenders. Recent recruiting-service rating alterations continue to alter the landscape when it comes to establishing a pecking order for playmakers at the position.

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