stay on it for too long, thereby eliminating themselves from the chance to make the play behind or near the line.

The rapid stack-and-shed from Hodge was impressive.

Though this play was a little slower to develop for Hodge, he once again showcased his willingness to find the football even after being contacted. He attacked one of the "A" gaps, which forced the running back to bounce to the other inside lane, but Hodge was aware, athletic, and strong enough to spin off the block to help with the tackle.

That's a mastery-level play from the linebacker and one I don't see often from prospects.

On this play, Hodge flashed his quickness and combined it with a fine display of his hand use to swim over the incoming blocker who looked completelynot only beat the right guard to the spot but dip under him and help with the tackle as the Temple running back tried to jump inside.

Even if the backside defensive tackle didn't scrape down the line of scrimmage as well as he did on this play, Hodge would've been in position to at least get his hands on the ball-carrier.

Lastly, in the run-game wins department against Temple, Hodge put his refined block-defeating ability against power on film too. As he attacked downhill, he was met by a pulling left guard with a full head of steam. As the block approached, Hodge leaned to the inside toward the running back, held his ground, and assisted on the tackle with his free arm.

For a linebacker on the smaller side,