File LB-209 · National rank 1612 · 2027 class
T.J. Capers
6'2"Height
225 lbWeight
RepresentationNo agency on file
My Grade
5.1/10
UDFA
Current · UDFA Territory
4.1 Floor
range 1.8
Ceiling 5.9
5.9/10
Priority UDFA
Ceiling · +0.8
4.1/10
Long Shot
Floor · −1.0
Ceiling: Projected 2026 starter (LB1) — real opportunity to climb; close to ceiling (+0.8) · up-year team · ACC draft-temper · LB lower-value.
Floor: Proven starter — high, stable floor · returning-starter role secures it; downside −1.0.
Grade not yet reviewed
8.9+
Round 1 Caliber
7.8+
Day 2 Caliber
6.7+
Day 3 Caliber
5.6+
Priority UDFA
4.4+
UDFA
3.3+
Long Shot
2.2+
Raw Prospect
1.1+
Deep Project
0.0+
Non-Prospect
Grade History
5.1
2025
Re-graded after each season · 2025 is the beta baseline.
Scouting Notes
A former top-130 recruit growing into a starting role (46 tackles and an interception in 2025); a rangy, ascending linebacker with developmental draft upside if he takes the leap.
Draft Projection & Mocks
Scouting Reports & Mentions
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Sports Illustrated Apr 11, 2024Louisville's T.J. Capers Taking the Necessary Steps Forward Following Critical Comments - Sports Illustrated